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John BECKMAN Obituary


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BECKMAN, John JOHN CHARLES BECKMAN John Charles Beckman, 59, of Dunwoody, GA, passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Morgantown, WV and resided there until after his graduation from West Virginia University's Graduate School in 1977. He began a career in healthcare strategic planning that included the founding of Beckman & Associates in 1994 where he was currently employed, specializing in medical staff development planning. John was a hard working, dedicated husband and father who enjoyed his career, outdoor activities and Mountaineer sports. He is preceded in death by his parents L. Lee Beckman and Deane Martin Beckman. Survivors include his wife, Lisa Richardson Beckman, and his daughter, Jacquelyn, of Dunwoody, GA, his brother Jim Beckman and sister in-law Anita Beckman and family of Bridgewater, VA, his sister Jane Beckman Drumm and brother in-law Don Drumm and family of Signal Mountain, TN. John was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church, 5575 Peachtree Parkway, Norcross, GA 30092 where his memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 5 at 7pm. The family will receive friends following the service. In John's memory, donations may be made to any of the following: Christ the King Lutheran Church's Music Ministry, Halcyon Hospice 5411 Northland Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30342, or a blood donation to the American Red Cross to help with the critical blood shortage. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful ones." Psalm 116:15

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jul. 1, 2012.
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Lisa and Jackie, I just returned from a trip and am so sorry that I was not here to attend John's service. Both of you were so loving and faithful to John and I know you will be a big support to each other as well. Please know that your friends are praying for you and that we care. Love, Barbara Berryman

July 16, 2012

Lisa and Family, I was so saddened to hear about John. I know how terribly you will all miss him. Please know that I send you my sympathy, prayers and love during this difficult time. Your exercising friend, (And your friend at Ferrorl's)

Linda Bryson

July 11, 2012

Lisa & Jacque,
My heart aches for you both during this time of sorrow. My thoughts are with you.

Michelle Kanicki

July 6, 2012

Lisa and Jacque,
You are in my prayers. John knows that he had the most love and support from you during his struggle. We know he's at peace.

Anggie Pope

July 5, 2012

Dear Lisa and Jacque,

On behalf of my brothers, Lee and Jerry, we send our deepest sympathy to you and all of your families. John and his family were adopted relatives to us (the Roth family) and they were the greatest examples of Christian love in our church and throughout the community. We know that John followed that pattern throughout his life and that he was so proud of both of you. Know that he will watch over you throughout this journey and until you meet again. Our love and prayers are with you.

Mahlon and Joann Fiscel

July 5, 2012

Lisa, John was a dear friend and a Mountaineer fan of no equal.We had a lot of good times with John. We will cherish his memories and remember him for the good guy that he was. Jeff and Nancy Herholdt, Sissonville WV

July 5, 2012

Lisa and Jacque--I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could say something that would take away the pain. I am glad you two have each other and I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.

Gina Misticawi

July 4, 2012

Lisa and Jacque,

I am so sorry to hear about John's death. I had no idea that he had been sick until I received An email today from John Marsh. I am currently in SC and so will not be able to attend the memorial service. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sending my love to you both, janette

July 4, 2012

Lisa and Jacque, My prayers and thoughts are with you both as you transition into this new part of your lives. Many blessings.

Elissa MacLachlan

July 4, 2012

Lisa, our prayers are with you. John was a good friend in high school, just a great person. I will miss him more than you know.

Gordon Wishon

July 4, 2012

Dear Lisa and Jacque,
John has been taken from this world of darkness to a world of eternal light. Even in death he has brought meaning and purpose to al of us.

"...may his memory be a blessing. Amen"

Our love and prayers be with you and your family.
LuEllen and Lewis Feldman

LuEllen/Lewis Feldman

July 4, 2012

Lisa and Jacque, lifting ou up in prayer during this time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying that God will carry you both through this and only He can.

Maureen McCord

July 3, 2012

Lisa and family- You have been in our thoughts during this difficult time. May the wonderful memories you have of John sustain you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

Kathy and Fred Zmmerman

July 3, 2012

My thoughts are with the entire family of John. I know how hard it is to lose those who are dear to us. Please know that I along with others in our family are thinking of you and we will continue to hold you close in our thoughts through the coming days and weeks. May your wonderful memories of John sustain you in those days and weeks to come. With sincere sympathy, Nancy (Fint) Winters, a cousin.

July 2, 2012

Dear Lisa and Jackie,
Linda and I want to express our condolences in your time of sorrow and mourning. May John rest in peace in heaven.

Markus Wilms

July 2, 2012

Lisa and Jackie, I just want you to know how much I care and am holding you up in prayer. Sherry

Sherry Hufham

July 2, 2012

Dear Lisa and Family...our very deepest sympathy and thoughts for all of you at this very sad time. God bless you and please know you are in our prayers. In deepest sympathy, Randi Wesley and Beverly Gibbs Riccardi

July 2, 2012

God says some day He Himself will wipe away our tears from our eyes and there will be no more death, or sorrows, or crying or pain.Until then He gave us His Love & Hope to share with each other and you know you have mine...forever & whenever,Llisa

Llisa Jones

July 1, 2012

With deepest sympathy to the Beckman family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

July 1, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 1, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

G. Johnson

July 1, 2012

Lisa, I did another guest book entry before this one, but it appears to have been lost in "cyberspace." (If you get two entries, you'll understand). You had been on my mind for several days, and then while I was at the fitness center yesterday, I learned of John's home going. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and lifting you up to the Lord. I am praying that the Lord will sustain you--that He will hold you very close, as you grieve. I sent you an e-card to the Posture Perfect email address (which is all I had). You are and will be, in my heart and prayers. I am so very sorry for this great loss and for all you have been through during the past weeks and months. Dianne Otwell

Dianne Otwell

June 30, 2012

Lisa, you had been on my mind for several days, then I learned of John's home going yesterday while I was at the fitness center. Please know that you are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. May the Lord sustain you--may He hold you very close as you grieve. I am so sorry for this very great loss and for all that you have been through in the past months. Dianne Otwell

Dianne Otwell

June 30, 2012

Lisa and Jacque, we are heartbroken for you. John's battle was incredibly heroic, and you two showed the same courage standing right beside him for every step. What an honor it's been, as your friends, to witness the extraordinary loving bond that the three of you have always shared. We know your journey through this terrible loss has just begun, and we hope it's some comfort to know that John's at rest, free of pain and care. Both of you are in our prayers for strength and peaceful healing. With much love, Kathy, Kenny, Alex and Evan

Kathy, Ken, Alex & Evan Shapiro

June 29, 2012

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