Beatrice Rybicki "Bea"

Beatrice Rybicki “Bea” (née Scimeca) , beloved wife of the late John Rybicki Sr., passed away surrounded by her loving family July 13, 2026. Daughter of the late Salvatore and Ida.

She was the devoted mother of Michael (Janice), John Jr. (Josephine), Joseph (Anne), Idamarie Gagliardi (Frank), and the late Thomas (Maria).

She is survived by her sister, Betty Kackley, and was predeceased by her sisters, Jean Moore, Mary DeFeo, Connie Gross, and Ida Riley, as well as her brothers, Phillip, Joseph, Frank, Thomas, and Nicholas Scimeca.

Beatrice was the proud grandmother of Amy Berster (Kristian), Christopher Gagliardi (Alyssa), Melissa Barnes, Erica Tabilio (Steve), Melanie Morris, Brittany Cavallaro (Michael), Joseph Rybicki Jr. (Jaclyn), Michael Rybicki, and Gabrielle Rybicki (Alex Hiznay).

She was also the cherished great-grandmother of Eddie, Victoria, Addison, Callen, Bella, Brandon, Paisley, Anna, Ava, Valentina, and Joseph, each of whom brought her immense pride and joy.

She is also survived by numerous loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Beatrice was a strong, selfless, and compassionate woman who dedicated her life to caring for others. Whether it was family, friends, or anyone in need, she always put everyone else before herself and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. She was also a devoted member of Our Lady of Hope parish. Her love for her family was unconditional, and she found her greatest happiness in spending time with those she loved most.

She also enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially trips to the casino, trying her luck with scratch-off tickets, and sharing laughs with family. Her strength, generosity, unwavering love, and caring spirit will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Beatrice’s legacy of love, sacrifice, and devotion to her family will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Tuesday 10 – 12 Our Lady of Hope Parish 701 Little Gloucester Rd. Blackwood, NJ 08012. Mass of Christian Burial will Follow 12 Noon. Entombment Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Beatrice’s name to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Please go to

chop.edu/giving to donate, and be sure to check the box, Dedicate my donation in honor of Beatrice Rybicki.