Peter Beck Obituary
Born in Barberton, where he was a life resident, Pete retired from PPG Industries with over 40 years of service. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Pete was a proud Marine Corps veteran having served during World War II.
Preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; son, Pete; and siblings, John, Jim, Mary Lou, Joanne and Bill; survivors include his children, David Beck of Norton, Donna Menendez of Uniontown, Sandra Kellar of Barberton and Paul Beck of Orrville; grandchildren Gregory (Julie) Menendez, Douglas (Katie) Menendez, Stephanie (Dave) Seccombe, Matthew Beck, Amber Beck; six great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Eleanor Beck; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give special thanks to Pete's Visiting Angels, Gina and Brenda; and Angie his health aide for the care given to their father.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 22, 2013, at 10 a.m. at SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling hours Friday, 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Uniontown Fire Department, 13055 Oakwood Ave. NW, Uniontown, OH 44685 or Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service, 400 Wabash Ave., Akron, OH 44307.
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Jean Ruble
June 24, 2013
Dear Sandra and Family,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your dear Father. We know that you will deeply miss him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your neighbors, Elsie, Alan, and Jean
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