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E. Rose (Shoaf) Beck, 92, of Grayville, Illinois, died Thursday, January 13, 2022, at her home. She was born August 21, 1942, in Oatsville, Indiana, to Ira and Dorothy (Dooley) Shoaf. In 1969, she moved to LaPorte, Indiana, where she soon began employment at Whirlpool Parts Distribution. She also began her life-long dedication to the United Auto Workers Union and her undying loyalty to the Chicago Baseball Cubs and Notre Dame Basketball. While at Whirlpool, she served as union steward, served on the Union By-Laws Committee, and brought fire, determination, and commitment to the arbitration table and bargaining tables. She was well-known throughout the company and made many friends. Rose was always quick to play a prank, tell a joke, and stir the pot all in fun. Whirlpool is also where she met her Sister-in-Heart, Her Palsy, her very dearest friend, Marian Ross, who was sweet enough to share her sisters and family with Rose. Rose will be most fondly remembered by her children, grandchil