Search by Name

Search by Name

John Joseph Beck

1927 - 2019

John Joseph Beck obituary, 1927-2019, Bristol, PA

BORN

1927

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service

133 Otter St

Bristol, Pennsylvania

John Beck Obituary

John Joseph Beck, his father called him Sonny, was born to Joseph and Margaret Beck in Croydon, Pa. on Dec. 7, 1927, and he passed away Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019.

John served in the U.S. Army during the end of World War II. His enlisted time was spent in Korea working with Morse Code and communication.

A graduate of East Stroudsburg University, John completed a teaching degree after his military service. John taught 5th grade at the Thomas Jefferson School in Bristol Township. He developed a radio station (W3CNN) at the school with many of his 5th grade students participating.

John had spent the last three years at Greenleaf Nursing Home in Doylestown, Pa. His computer "handle" was [email protected].

Survivors include his cousins, Mr. Alan Gamble, Mr. John Gamble, Mr. George Gamble, and Mr. Harry Gamble.

The Joseph A. Schumacher Post 1597 will host a remembrance service and dinner on Saturday, Sept. 14, beginning at about 1 p.m. with a gathering and social time followed by the service at 2 p.m. and dinner to follow at 3 p.m. The Post is located at 901 Bellevue Ave., Croydon, Pa. All are welcome. Please phone cousin Harry at 215-493-6819 for more info.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Zion Lutheran Church, 301 Jefferson Ave., Bristol, PA 19007, to help fund Zion's Outreach Program OR to the Joseph A. Schumacher Post 1597 Veteran Program.

Molden Funeral Chapel.

Bristol

www.moldenfuneralchapel.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Bucks County Courier Times on Sep. 10, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for John Beck

Sponsored by Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service.

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in John Beck's name

Memorial Events
for John Beck

Sep

14

Memorial Gathering

1:00 p.m.

Joseph A. Schumacher Post 1597

901 Bellevue Ave., Croydon, PA

Sep

14

Service

2:00 p.m.

Joseph A. Schumacher Post 1597

901 Bellevue Ave., Croydon, PA

Funeral services provided by:

Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service

133 Otter St, Bristol, PA 19007

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Beck's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more