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John Andrew Beck

1922 - 2019

John Andrew Beck obituary, 1922-2019, Vancouver, WA

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1922

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2019

John Beck Obituary


JOHN A. BECK
August 29, 1922 ˜ February 16, 2019

John Andrew Beck was born in Lueders, TX. As a toddler, his family moved to the Vancouver, WA area, where he passed away in his 97th year with his active mind and firm handshake still intact.
“JB”, as he was known to most, went to Benson Boys Polytech. After serving in the Army in WWII, he attended Reed College and graduated with a degree in Physics.
In his varied career, he worked as a FDA inspector, pharmaceutical rep, residential developer/builder, city plans examiner and was a regular family croquet champion.
JB was an avid reader and close follower of current events. He enjoyed target shooting, playing cards, dancing and taking road trips.
JB was married to his bride, Helen Wright, for 57 years, until her death in 2004. He loved his family and was so appreciative that everyone got along well. He was most proud of his “boys”, as he called his sons.
JB is survived by those sons, Alan (Anita) and Eric (Daphne); grandchildren, Kyle, Connor, Sydney and Carly; great-granddaughters, Elin and Quinn; niece, Linda; and dear companion of 14 years, Virginia.
JB was a man of integrity and humor, and will be missed greatly by all of us.
In remembrance of JB, please contribute to your favorite local charity, stand up tall and be kind.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Apr. 7, 2019.
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I really miss our Monday morning coffee and doughnut get togethers, he was a great friend for so many years. I truly miss him. Jerry Burgess

April 13, 2019

Alan & Eric: All the Herrick are standing tall for your Dad. The time we spent with your family is remembered with fondness.

Kathy Herrick

April 9, 2019

So sorry to hear about John, I think of him often and would wonder how he was, he will be missed by many just like Helen has been
Donna and Diane Gatter

Diane Gatter

April 7, 2019

Eric & Alan: We were former neighbors on 94th street. Your parents were good friends to us all...The Pedersons and the Crockers. We have fond memories of the Becks. God Bless , karan Crocker

karan Crocker

April 7, 2019

Alan & Eric: Your father was a wonderful man as you both know. Fred and I were friends with both your parents for many years. We sure enjoyed our time spent together. Your Dad could eat more fried clams than anyone I knew.
My blessings to all his family.

Lois Swanstrom

April 7, 2019

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