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ISAAC F. "IKE" BECK

FUNERAL HOME

Brezniak Funeral Directors - Newton

1251 Washington Street

West Newton, Massachusetts

ISAAC BECK Obituary

Name: Service for ISAAC F. "IKE" BECK
Start: 2014-07-03T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Beit Olam – East Cemetery,

Beck, Isaac F. "Ike" Of Weston, on July 1, 2014. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather. A self-made businessman and entrepreneur, he was a friend and benefactor of the artist community of Boston. Mr. Beck was a simple person who enjoyed cooking, gardening, animals, nature, and spending time fishing in Maine. Services at Beit Olam – East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Memorial observance will be private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of choice. Brezniak-Rodman Chapel www.brezniakrodman.com "Family owned"

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 1 to Jul. 2, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for ISAAC BECK

26 Entries

Roger L Hinds

June 28, 2022

A great human being that made a major contribution to the lives of many people. Eternal rest be granted.

Thomas Powers

June 25, 2022

Remembering Isaac brings to mind an article I read about lifestyle businesses where the idea is to enjoy what you do. Every business has a bottom line that can be difficult at times but all in all I think Isaac really enjoyed what he was doing. I really enjoyed talking to him.

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Roger Hinds

June 25, 2019

Mr Beck was a very rare human being that has really left his mark on this earth in so many memorable ways by his thoughtfulness and sense of purpose and foresight and his generosity to so many people in an abundance of ways over his lifetime. He will never be forgotten.

August 6, 2014

In thinking about Isaac during the 27 years that I knew him a few things stand out aside from his delightful unique sense of humor. Most importantly I think he found a way to live creatively that I know all his tenants on Wareham Street can
relate to. I know in 1993 when he rented us the space behind
our 400 square foot Retail Space that there was a change in his plans because of an unexpected visit from his Mortality.
" Just build a wall" he said. And when I finished building the wall and had a space carved out I knew he had given me something I really wanted. I think these buildings and his businesses were an expression of his creative way of living
and prolonged his life. He was doing what he wanted to do.
He was surrounded by creative people. "You can do anything
you want here, you can dance the Tarantella for all I care."
What a gift.

LEW 15c

August 2, 2014

White light ~ to and from

Jeff Smith

August 1, 2014

Mr. Beck was a good man. He was down to earth and a pillar in the Boston art community. I am sorry to see him go. My condolences to his family.

Marsha Odabashian

July 30, 2014

My condolences to Mr. Beck's family. He will always be remembered by the art community in Boston for his dedication and generosity towards artists. He was truly a unique thinker. I miss seeing him around the building and cherish the interesting conversations I've had with him. I will always be grateful to have been one of "his artists".

Marcia Davis

July 21, 2014

My sincerest and heartfelt condolences in this time of sorrow. With regards Marcia D.

Taylor Davis

July 15, 2014

Mr. Beck was an amazing independent minded man. I'll be forever grateful for the space he has provided for artists. He told me that when he found a box of oil paints in Wareham Street he said to himself, " If they can paint then so can I!' I loved when his studio was on the first floor and I could walk by and see what he was painting. My condolences.

Jenny Grassl

July 14, 2014

I always enjoyed the stories Mr. Beck shared when he opened and closed China Fair. He was a wonderful boss and we will miss him. My condolences to Mrs. Beck and the family.

Maria Malatesta

July 12, 2014

I will miss seeing and talking with Mr. Beck outside the studio building. He was a kind and generous man who gave his artists a wonderful place to do our work. Thank you to Mr. Beck.

Gerry Bergstein

July 12, 2014

Isaac was a unique and wonderful person. I loved being in his building, chatting with him, seeing his paintings and experiencing his generosity and integrity. I and others will miss him very much

Miroslav Antic

July 12, 2014

So sorry to hear about Mr. Beck passing. He was the best landlord in town. I remember how he didn't raise our studio rent for years and decades. He mostly cared that he liked his tenants as people AND artists, and he was a pretty good painter himself. I hope he is with artists up there.

Luanne Witkowski

July 11, 2014

Mr. Beck's kind and generous spirit benefitted so many of Boston's working studio artists... He will be sorely missed. I will always carry very fond and warm memories of many terrific conversations about art and life with him on Wareham St., and through the window of his big white van with his big white dog. I will miss him very much. Sincerest condolescences to his family. May he find the rest and reward his so rightly deserves. Rest in Peace, Mr. Beck.
~ Luanne E Witkowski

July 11, 2014

Mr. Beck was a kind and elegant gentleman who gave so many artists, designers and start-ups like us the chance to thrive in his buildings. We will always think of him and miss him very much. Our thoughts are with Mrs. Beck and the entire Beck family. N.Makowski

sam earle

July 11, 2014

"Isaac's vigorous, support, encouragement, backing of the artists as diverse and important part of several neighborhoods...."

Michael costello

July 11, 2014

Mr Beck was a true unsung hero to the Boston art community . His kindness and sweet spirit will be greatly missed as well as his wonderful stories.

Linda Olstein

July 11, 2014

Mr. Beck's kindness and generosity of spirit will always be remembered and deeply cherished by 'his' artists. His trust and gift of place made it possible for us to flourish. He will live on in our hearts and in our work. May his memory be a blessing to us all.

Roger Hinds

July 10, 2014

Mr.Beck would be surely missed, as he was a very unique and rare individual the likes that are rare in these times. He has certainly helped many people for several lifetimes. My condolences to Mrs. Beck and his entire family.

Mark Haley

July 10, 2014

Mr. Beck was always good to me. I rent one of his building in the South End and every time he came around to visit he would tell me a story and make me laugh. I found myself repeating his stories to my coworkers trying to imitate Mr. Becks laugh at the end. People can touch so many and choose to do so in many ways. His Touch was all good. I always kept my eye out for Mr. Beck in the neighborhood because I knew if I talked with him, I would be leaving with a smile. He will truly be missed.

Cheryl Lebenson

July 10, 2014

Our Showroom, genuineantiquelighting.net/Light Power has been housed in one of Isaac's buildings for decades. He always had his pups with him and you could see his affection for them. He was a great storyteller.

We will miss him. So sorry.

Frederique

July 8, 2014

I will miss the conversations we always had about his European upbringing; I have been working at the store for almost a year and a half!

July 8, 2014

May the God of peace and love be with you to comfort you day by day. Isaiah 65:21-25

July 2, 2014

I have lots of fond memories of working for Mr. Beck. He had a great sense of humor and a wonderful laugh. Best wishes to Mrs. Beck and the boys.
Mike Francis

July 2, 2014

So sorry to hear about Mr. Beck's passing. I worked for Mr. Beck from 1978 starting in High School and through my college years up to 1983. He taught all of us the value of a hard day's work.
May he rest in peace and deepest condolences to Mrs. Beck and the family.
Sincerely,
Dave Giancioppo

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