Rebecca Suzanne Heath ,   “Becky”, passed away December 6, 2024,  two weeks short of her 74th Birthday at home in  Shell Beach CA, . In the arms of  her devoted wife,  Becky left this world with her famous “grin”.  Along side their devoted daughter, Bryannah holding her hand. All the time chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo.  Becky’s passing,  Due to   Rapid Progressive Dementia…, as a. result of   Neurological condition. Caused by COVID-19 Vaccine. Complicated by COVID-19 infection.  

Becky  was Born on December 22, 1950, in Saint Louis, Missouri, she  moved with her family as a toddler to Riverside, California. Graduated from Norte Vista High School-years -  during those high school years that she discovered her Buddhist faith  setting the stage as a  fearless, faith based life long mission.  Forming  friendships with Japanese 3 exchange students, she joined the Soka Gakkai International (SGI), a Nichiren Buddhist lay organization dedicated to peace and happiness. On February 7, 1969, she  embraced the practice, which profoundly shaped her entire adult life.  Becky moved to Japan to deepen her understanding of Buddhism and enrolled in Art Collage During this transformative time, she met her lifelong mentor, SGI President Daisaku Ikeda, and solidified her commitment to world peace.  Her decades of continues efforts in faith  was recognized in 2008  as a recipient  of The  Distinguished Pioneer Award.   Becky never stopped practicing Buddhism.

Becky had lived, worked and co-founded businesses in the Malibu /Santa Monica Area 1984 - 2022 .  For a short time she relocated with her wife to Hanford CA.   Eventually making her final move to Shell Beach CA. 

Beckys lifelong passion for music.  She was an accomplished, talented drummer and percussionist imitating while listening to the Beatles Ringo Starr.   In then70’s and 80’s  while promoting world peace,  performing in countless  SGI activities and parades around the country and Japan.   In the 90’s she found her niche and dream with  “The Dark” & “Fate's Hand," recording several records and playing at iconic venues like The Whisky a Go Go.  With bandmates. Gina Acuna, Ariel Penn and Marina Russell. 

Professionally, Becky excelled in technology and electronic sales for over 30 years with Force Electronics, earning top industry awards, recognition and achievements.   In 2007 she and wife  Nereida co-founded HSi, business development, and non-profit business consulting,  web and marketing services.  This led business their success as Entrepreneurs . They were known for their unique integrity, while Networking with friends and neighbors in the communities in and around Malibu.   Mailboxes Etc, MBSC Malibu. Celebrity Attic, Neural, Nerality  UMG,  along with dozens of other ventures. Philanthropic activities Hanford’s, Children’s storybook garden and museum, American Red Cross, doctors without boarders, while personally aiding and supporting international disaster relief from Haiti to Japan, ,  The couple was a pioneering as a team  continuing to promote Kosen Rufu and LGBT awareness.  

Becky cherished her little Fur babies. . Most Memorably, Chammy, Moxie, Boku, and most recently Shiba who passed shortly before Becky 2009-2024.

She is survived by her loving wife Nereida; their daughter Bryannah; son-in-law Sam; GrandDaughter  Dahli  (iDalliah) Grandsons Jayce and Keanu Heath;  Her Mother  Edith C. Heath; Brother William “Bill” Heath Jr. his wife Linda ; Neice  Dr. Jennifer Heath &. Partner  Rachel  (children Austin and Jenna); Nephew  David Heath his  wife Deanna and Ruby all of Arizona . .Neice  Cherisa McAlister, Tulare .  Sister (In law ) Josephine Eusebio of Kauai Hawaii.   Brother Charles Robin Heath of Florence Az.

Becky  was predeceased by her father, William W. Heath Sr In 2007. 

Becky marched to the beat to her own drum.  Kind, Gentle, full of life,  her heart always on her sleeve. Regardless of the obstacles, her faith brought beauty and happiness to every person met. Her legacy for Kosen Rufu ( World Peace) and to help others become happy  continues to shine in the smiles of the  lives she  touched..her daughter Bre says,   “ how fortunate and privileged we all are to have known her. Her wife stated, “  I am so Lucky,  she gave me the  rest of her life with me”.

A International Zoom Was held 3/29/2025 due to the devastating Palisades/Malibu Wildfires.

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