1978

jvacura@lvklaw.com

Rebecca Louise Vacura Lessley ’78 died peacefully in her home in Tucson, Arizona, on Aug. 8, 2016, with her husband, Michael Clayton Lessley, at her side. At only 60 years old, her illness was unexpected but blessedly swift. Becky was born January 22, 1956, and raised in Fairbanks Alaska by her parents Helen and Albert Vacura, along with nine siblings. She attended Santa Clara University with her two little sisters, Patty Vacura Hollands ’79 (Glen Hollands ’78) and Julie Vacura ’81. She graduated in 1978 and went home to Fairbanks to marry the love of her life, Mike. She went on to get her Master’s Degree in education and became a teacher, eventually settling on kindergarten as the class she loved the most. She finished her teaching career with the honor of being named British Petroleum Teacher of Excellence. The Lessley home was the gathering place for all things family. Becky’s ready smile, infectious laughter, generosity, and open door made everyone feel welcome and special. Becky leaves behind her husband, Mike, daughter Kelly, sons Christopher and Ryan, grandchildren Taliyah and Lawrence, seven brothers and sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends. Please say special prayers for all the people whose lives Becky enriched and whose hearts are not yet mending.

 

08 Nov 2018