It is with great sadness that the family of Dick Beck announces his passing on March 28 from complications of Mantle Cell Lymphoma. A native of Monongahela, Pennsylvania, Dick was born on July 17, 1944, to Tony and Millie Beck. His professional career spanned 35 years with the National Imagery and Mapping Agency, now knownContinue Reading
It is with great sadness that the family of Dick Beck announces his passing on March 28 from complications of Mantle Cell Lymphoma.
A native of Monongahela, Pennsylvania, Dick was born on July 17, 1944, to Tony and Millie Beck. His professional career spanned 35 years with the National Imagery and Mapping Agency, now known as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, during which he helped map post-revolutionary Ethiopia, worked on the lunar landings, and earned the Meritorious Civilian Service Award. He enjoyed his later years in Swansboro, NC, Melbourne, FL, and Raleigh, NC. He was a lover of fast cars and Maryland crabs. He was an accomplished wood carver and loved building with his grandsons.
Dick is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marilyn Beall Beck; his son, Joel Ankney (Jennifer); his daughter, Claudia Cooper (Murray); his grandsons, Joshua (Caitlin), Joseph, Jacob, and Jesse Ankney, and William and Henry Cooper; and his sister, Janet McCutcheon (Jeff). He was preceded in death by his parents.
A celebration of his life will be held on April 1 at 2:00 pm, at Hudson Funeral Home. A private committal will be held at a later date.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Spiritos and the nurses and staff at Duke Raleigh Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
sharon Gamble
left a message on May 29, 2018:
Marilyn- I am so sorry to hear of Dicks passing. I had no idea. I was looking up the name Beck online for someone else and his obituary showed up. The only person I have contact with back here in PA is Lillian and really dont ever see her. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
Michaael and Carol Mullins
left a message on April 25, 2016:
Marilyn, We were so saddened to her the news about Dick's passing. He was was a great guy. Michael met him on their first day at the Army Map Service, and liked him immediately. He had a big smile and friendliness that was contagious. We know how much you and the family loved him, and hope the fond memories of your happy times together will bring you comfort.
Sorry this is so late, but we tried to send a card and it came back with a Post Office note saying it was undelivable as addressed.
Jim and Jean Jessee
left a message on April 1, 2016:
Marilyn, Jim and I were saddened to learn of Dicks passing. We have fond memories of the four of us spending time together. Richard was a truly positive force in our lives and we grieve his passing while we celebrate his life. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Fondly, Jim and Jean Jessee
Edward Noll
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn, with our deepest condolences to you and your family, at this saddest-of-times in your lives. Ed and Dee Noll.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter we send our deepest condolences to you and the family. Dick was a great friend to many of our members and a true professional. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of our friend.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter we send our deepest condolences to you and the family. Dick was a great friend to many of our members and a true professional. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of our friend.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter, we send our deepest condolences. Dick was a great friend to many and a true professional. You and your family are in all our thoughts and prayers.
Mario and Vicki Tristani
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn our sincere condolences on the loss of Dick. He will truly be missed.
Bev Fry
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, I'm so sorry. I hope you and your family can find some comfort in all your cherished memories.
Patty Waters-Heflin
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So, so sorry for your loss, Marilyn. Dick was a great person and so well liked.
Patty and John Waters-Heflin
Joe Steel
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn and family, my deep condolences to you. I worked for Dick back in the early 80s in the "techniques" shop and learned a lot from Dick. He was a stellar man you should all be proud of.
Tom Coghlan
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dick was a wonderful man and co-worker, and he will truly be missed. Tom & Barbara Coghlan
Irv Stephens
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the Passing of Dick way to young. I shall keep him , you and your family in my prayers. May he now Rest in Eternal Peace.
J.D and Pat Edwards
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Fahey
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So sorry to hear this very sad news. My sincere condolences.
jeannette Sturman
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dear Marilyn and Claudia and family..my heart and thoughts go out to all of you at this very sad time and soon, may just good memories fill the void you now feel.
R. Faust
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dear Mrs. Beck, Children and Family, I read about your loss and want to express my sympathy to all of you. May your many shared family memories bring you comfort during this special time. May your prayers bring you the peace of God with the promise to guard our hearts. Philippians 4:6,7 May sincere condolence to you.
Betty Lou Stump
left a message on March 30, 2016:
I am deeply sorry for the lose of your friend and eternal companion. Your journey through these next days will be shared with all who loved him and your family. May you have peace in knowing that he is likely having a great adventure beyond. He made such a difference in so many lives.
Dennis Drum
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dick was one of my bosses when I first came to NIMA HQ and I was on a steep learning curve. He was very helpful and eased my transition into my new career. A great person and our prayers go out to his family and friends.
Bill Hogan
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So, So, So sorry for you great loss, Mailyn. Dick was a true treasure to the agency and a great friend to me over the span of us working together. He was a true "sparkler", and will standout in my mind until I see him again. God bless you and your family.
Judy & Larry Bowles
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, Larry and I send our deepest condolence for your loss. I know Dick has been putting up a good fight for a long time, now he is at peace. I know you will miss him terribly. I worked for him for a short time during my tenure at HTC, he was so nice and kind to me as I was a "green horn" so to speak, and I will never forget that about him. You have many happy memories, so when sadness over comes you pull those "happy thoughts" out and smile. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Unfortunately we cannot be with you but you are certainly in our thoughts. May god bless and be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Rose King
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So sorry - love & prayers to each of you
Paul Mich
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Enjoyed working with Dick years ago. Sorry for your loss.
Frank & Sabrina Emerson
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Enjoyed many good times with Dick. He was a wonderful man who we all could look up to. He will be missed.
Rob Holeman
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Marilyn, we are deeply saddened to hear of this news. Please let us know if there is anything at all we can do for you. I am sure the next few days will be very busy and exhausting. We are praying for you and your family and the peace that you will receive for knowing that he is no longer suffering.
Rob, Cindy, and Nicholas
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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sharon Gamble
left a message on May 29, 2018:
Marilyn- I am so sorry to hear of Dicks passing. I had no idea. I was looking up the name Beck online for someone else and his obituary showed up. The only person I have contact with back here in PA is Lillian and really dont ever see her. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
Michaael and Carol Mullins
left a message on April 25, 2016:
Marilyn, We were so saddened to her the news about Dick's passing. He was was a great guy. Michael met him on their first day at the Army Map Service, and liked him immediately. He had a big smile and friendliness that was contagious. We know how much you and the family loved him, and hope the fond memories of your happy times together will bring you comfort.
Sorry this is so late, but we tried to send a card and it came back with a Post Office note saying it was undelivable as addressed.
Jim and Jean Jessee
left a message on April 1, 2016:
Marilyn, Jim and I were saddened to learn of Dicks passing. We have fond memories of the four of us spending time together. Richard was a truly positive force in our lives and we grieve his passing while we celebrate his life. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Fondly, Jim and Jean Jessee
Edward Noll
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn, with our deepest condolences to you and your family, at this saddest-of-times in your lives. Ed and Dee Noll.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter we send our deepest condolences to you and the family. Dick was a great friend to many of our members and a true professional. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of our friend.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter we send our deepest condolences to you and the family. Dick was a great friend to many of our members and a true professional. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of our friend.
Ange Meoli
left a message on March 31, 2016:
Marilyn,
On behalf of the members of the National Geospatial Intelligence Alumni Association - East Chapter, we send our deepest condolences. Dick was a great friend to many and a true professional. You and your family are in all our thoughts and prayers.
Mario and Vicki Tristani
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn our sincere condolences on the loss of Dick. He will truly be missed.
Bev Fry
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, I'm so sorry. I hope you and your family can find some comfort in all your cherished memories.
Patty Waters-Heflin
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So, so sorry for your loss, Marilyn. Dick was a great person and so well liked.
Patty and John Waters-Heflin
Joe Steel
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn and family, my deep condolences to you. I worked for Dick back in the early 80s in the "techniques" shop and learned a lot from Dick. He was a stellar man you should all be proud of.
Tom Coghlan
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dick was a wonderful man and co-worker, and he will truly be missed. Tom & Barbara Coghlan
Irv Stephens
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the Passing of Dick way to young. I shall keep him , you and your family in my prayers. May he now Rest in Eternal Peace.
J.D and Pat Edwards
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Fahey
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So sorry to hear this very sad news. My sincere condolences.
jeannette Sturman
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dear Marilyn and Claudia and family..my heart and thoughts go out to all of you at this very sad time and soon, may just good memories fill the void you now feel.
R. Faust
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dear Mrs. Beck, Children and Family, I read about your loss and want to express my sympathy to all of you. May your many shared family memories bring you comfort during this special time. May your prayers bring you the peace of God with the promise to guard our hearts. Philippians 4:6,7 May sincere condolence to you.
Betty Lou Stump
left a message on March 30, 2016:
I am deeply sorry for the lose of your friend and eternal companion. Your journey through these next days will be shared with all who loved him and your family. May you have peace in knowing that he is likely having a great adventure beyond. He made such a difference in so many lives.
Dennis Drum
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Dick was one of my bosses when I first came to NIMA HQ and I was on a steep learning curve. He was very helpful and eased my transition into my new career. A great person and our prayers go out to his family and friends.
Bill Hogan
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So, So, So sorry for you great loss, Mailyn. Dick was a true treasure to the agency and a great friend to me over the span of us working together. He was a true "sparkler", and will standout in my mind until I see him again. God bless you and your family.
Judy & Larry Bowles
left a message on March 30, 2016:
Marilyn, Larry and I send our deepest condolence for your loss. I know Dick has been putting up a good fight for a long time, now he is at peace. I know you will miss him terribly. I worked for him for a short time during my tenure at HTC, he was so nice and kind to me as I was a "green horn" so to speak, and I will never forget that about him. You have many happy memories, so when sadness over comes you pull those "happy thoughts" out and smile. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Unfortunately we cannot be with you but you are certainly in our thoughts. May god bless and be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Rose King
left a message on March 30, 2016:
So sorry - love & prayers to each of you
Paul Mich
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Enjoyed working with Dick years ago. Sorry for your loss.
Frank & Sabrina Emerson
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Enjoyed many good times with Dick. He was a wonderful man who we all could look up to. He will be missed.
Rob Holeman
left a message on March 29, 2016:
Marilyn, we are deeply saddened to hear of this news. Please let us know if there is anything at all we can do for you. I am sure the next few days will be very busy and exhausting. We are praying for you and your family and the peace that you will receive for knowing that he is no longer suffering.
Rob, Cindy, and Nicholas
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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