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Jason Beck Obituary
Waterbury - Jason Curtis Beck, 33, of Norwich, who tragically passed away on January 18, 2020.
Jason was born on March 15, 1986 in Waterbury, CT, to the joy of his father, Kurt Beck of Oakville and mother, Jeanette (Showah) Kenney of Norwich. A graduate of Watertown High School with the Class of 2004, he attended Western Connecticut State University. Jason was blessed with a high I.Q. and was fascinated with all aspects of how the brain functions, especially neurobiology. His dream was to continue his studies to pursue a degree in psychology as a neuropsychologist.
Jason was truly a gentle soul with a loving heart. He was always helpful to family and friends and would offer help to strangers in need, making new friends in the process. He had a warm smile that would light a room and kind eyes that drew people towards him. Jason had a wonderful and witty sense of humor. Our hearts are shattered by his untimely passing and he will be truly missed by all his family and friends.
Jason is survived in addition to his parents by his stepdad Edward Kenney, his Aunt Aura Showah, Uncle Russell Peterkin, Uncle Gunnar Kallstrom, Uncle Lou and Aunt Harriet Beck. He is also survived by cousins, Jesse and Ashmi Peterkin, Nate Peterkin, Jon and Melissa Wilson, Jennifer Beck and David Beck. He is also by his second cousins Lily, Miles, and God -daughter Shea Wilson.
A Celebration of Jason's Life and visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 29th, 2020, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9-11 Granville Ave., Danbury followed by a gathering at Widow Brown's Restaurant, 128 Federal Rd., Danbury.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to Safe Futures, 16 Jay Street, New London, CT 06320 would be greatly appreciated to honor Jason's memory.
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Justin
July 26, 2025
I miss u jason so much ...
Sara C
April 8, 2023
Thinking of Jason and how kind and devoted he was. Sending you light and love during the hard times. And Jason wherever you are please continue to shine your light on us all.
Bonnie and
February 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of your dear son's passing. We will keep u and your family in our prayers.
Sara C
February 7, 2020
Dear Jason's familywhile I never met any of you in person I remember hearing find stories of you all during my time of knowing Jason in college. I will always remember his bright demeanor, inquisitive nature and caring devoted soul. I am so sorry to have learned of this tragedy and send you and yours hope strength and faith during these challenging days. Love always, Sara
Tom Michael
February 1, 2020
Dear Kurt & Jeanette
I was so sorry to read of your Son's passing and that I was not able to attend the visitation service. May joyful memories be of some comfort to you and your family at this sad time.
Betsey Sarris
January 29, 2020
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Although I've only known Jason for a few years, i knew right away that he was a sweet, sensitive and gentle soul. My heart breaks for you and to all those that loved him. I'm thankful to have known him.
Candy
January 28, 2020
Jeanette I am so sorry to hear if your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and sending you much love and many hugs. I remember when you spoke of him thinking he sounds like such a wonderful man who touched many lives with his love. May those memories help you through your loss. Always, Candy P.
Greg
January 27, 2020
Words escape me, my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Jason will always be remembered as a good person and a great friend. I will never forget his wonderful sense of humor. A very smart young man. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Mary Webb
January 27, 2020
Curt, Jeanette, Edward and family, Please know that I am keeping you all in my prayers and sending you all good energy to ease you through the days ahead.
Guy Rosato
January 27, 2020
Jeanette, Aura, and extended family
Thinking of you
PEACE
Guy Rosato
January 27, 2020
Jeanette, Aura and extended family, Thinking of you. PEACE
Nora Bardo
January 26, 2020
Dear Curt, Jeanette and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss of your beloved Jason. What a beautiful boy he is. There is no greater grief than the loss of one's child, and our hearts bleed for you. There are no words.
Nora and Brian Bardo
Lorraine Stimpson
January 25, 2020
For Jason and Family
Lorraine Stimpson
January 25, 2020
Dear Jeanette and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I never met Jason in person but feel as though I knew him through his mom Jeanette she adored him, and oh yes I think I said hello to Jason on FaceTime a few times. May Jason find peace and one thing I know for certain Jason will live forever in his family's hearts and memories
Mary Olivieri
January 25, 2020
Jason, you were your mother's shining joy. She loved you so much. It is so heartbreaking to have lost you this way. Jeanette, Ed and all of Jason's family and close friends, my deepest condolences on the loss of Jason. With Love to you all.
tara travisano
January 25, 2020
I love and miss you Jason.
Linda Burmeister
January 25, 2020
I am heartbroken to hear this tragic news I was Jason's School Nurse at Watertown High and he was a classmate of our sons. He really did brighten up the room with his beautiful smile Rest In Peace sweet Jason
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