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James Beck Obituary
Greer
James Francis Beck, 76, husband of 54 years to Luanne Poster Beck, died peacefully March 17, 2015, in Greer, SC, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Jim was a son of the late Andrew and Cecelia Beck. He graduated from Pittsburgh Central Catholic HS, served in the US Navy and retired from Westinghouse after 37 years of service. He was known as a dedicated family man and avid golfer.
Survivors, in addition to his wife, include a son James G. Beck and wife Linda of Wixom, MI; a daughter Dana Anne Beck Wingert and husband Steve Wingert of Woodbine, MD; grandchildren, Alyssa Beck, Nathan Beck, Joshua Beck, Mitchell Wingert and Madison Wingert; and a brother Bill Beck and wife Isabel of Lancaster,PA. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Beck.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00AM on Monday, March 23, 2015, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2252 Woodruff Rd, Simpsonville SC 29681.
The family wishes to thank Interim Hospice for their care and support.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Interim HealthCare Hospice, 155 Deacon Tiller Court, Duncan, SC 29334.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel
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Hugh & Jane Holcomb
March 22, 2015
Luanne, we were sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We did know you had moved to Greer and that he was not well. We sure have missed seeing you at Pizza Inn. You will be in our prayers for the days to come.
Gail Leppla
March 20, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy for all of you. He was a kind gentle soul and will be missed.
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