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Richard Beck Obituary
Mr. Beck passed away quietly on March 29, 2007 after an extended illness. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly.
Mr. Beck, the oldest of the four sons of Janice Y. Beck and the late Richard U. Beck, was born on January 2, 1952.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brothers, John Sheppard Beck and his wife Pam; Bryon Reid Beck and his wife, Marianne; and Ned Thaxton Beck; niece, Miranda Avery Beck; nephew, Jacob Aaron Beck; aunt, Rosemary Beck Watkins and numerous cousins.
Richard grew up in Winston Salem, Raleigh, Wilmington, and Atlanta GA. As a youth he was active in sports, Boy Scouts, camping, and music. He played the viola in the school orchestra.
Richard finished North Fulton High School in Atlanta, GA. where he was an active member of the Army ROTC and the Drill Team. In 1974 Richard graduated from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC with a degree in Geoscience.
He loved music, working with wood and was an expert craftsman. Richard's lifelong pleasure was in learning, and throughout his life he developed a deep spiritual awareness. He had a joyous presence and a unique personality. He was a friend to all and was an enemy to no man.
Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at Providence Baptist Church with the Reverend Dr. Alton Cadenhead and the Reverend Dr. David Jordon officiating. The family will receive friends afterwards at the church.
Burial will be on April 7, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the cemetery in Gerton, NC, where the family has a summer home. Richard will be put to rest next to his father. The Reverend Bobby Dees will officiate and a luncheon will follow at the community center.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region, 1420 East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28204, or to Providence Baptist Church-Imagine Campaign, 4912 Randolph Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington, Dilworth Chapel, 1111 East Blvd. Online at www.hankinsandwhittington.com.
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mary nelson
April 6, 2007
My memories of Rick are rich and varied. A constant reminder of him will be my sturdy mailbox which he built years ago. He was a skilled
carpenter among his other talents.
We will miss him. He walked bravely forward into his future even after he had been told there was no earthly cure for him.
Mary Nelson
Jim Carter
April 6, 2007
Richard was my friend. He touch my life with his amiable persona. In 1984 we made a weekend tour of Washington, DC. He will be missed and remembered. “Did you want that a bag or a sack?”
Ronald A. Carter
April 4, 2007
Dear Jan, John, Brian, and Ned,
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard understood your uniqueness and valued each and everyone of you. Try to remember the wonderful lessons that he taught us and and how much richer we are having known him. He added fullness and flavor to our lives in so many countless ways. I'm sorry I cannot be with you to share your grief and rejoice in his life.
With deepest condolences,
Ron Carter
Vivianne Carey
April 4, 2007
Rick will be missed. He was such a delightful passionate person, a great lover of the earth, music, art, and wood craft and was just such an interesting guy. My prayers are with you.
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Mitch and Leslie Allison
April 3, 2007
Bryon and Marianne: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Katie/Bruce (Yates) Hovermale
April 3, 2007
To say that Rick had no enemies could possibly be an understatement. He was and always will be on my list of kindest people I have ever known. Whenever I hear John Lennon sing or see a picture of him, I "imagine" Rick, because I think that is exactly the world he wished for as well. My best memories of Rick are from long ago, an easier time and probably the best ones to have. Our deepest sympathies go to his family.
KB Home
April 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathy.
David & Rose Ann Douglas
April 1, 2007
Our acquaintance with Rick was short but it left delightful memories for us. Our thoughts go out to those who were privileged to know him better
Don & Nydia Glander
April 1, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Our love,
Lynda Hartwell
April 1, 2007
As we heard of Rick's passing, we felt a great pain in our hearts. He was a very sweet individual and will be missed, especially by his family who loved him dearly.
You will be in our prayers during this week, please let us know if we can help in any way. We would like to attend the service in Gerton if you would like us there.
Sincerely,
The Hartwell's of Gerton
Billy Moore
April 1, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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