Grant Leo Beck

Grant Beck Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Grant Leo Beck
Start: 2016-01-03T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Bellevue Club

Grant Leo Beck

Grant Leo Beck, 77 of Seattle, Washington passed away peacefully Saturday, October 31st at his home in Scottsdale, Arizona after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. To say Grant's life was both colorful and full would be an understatement. Grant met the love of his life Judy at the age of 14 in Seattle. They were married on January 18th, 1958, and their adventures began.

Grant described himself as a "Serial Entrepreneur" starting his first business by making pens in his basement at the age of 20. Over time he purchased or started many business ventures, primarily in printing...some good, some bad and some ugly. He was a leader and had great vision in finding and growing the companies he owned, the more challenging the better. His motto was "Go Big or Go Broke". In 1997 he purchased 3 Sigma Corporation in Ohio which continues to operate today under his legacy.

Grant lived life to the fullest and was a true connoisseur of the finest things: drinking & collecting fine wine, good food & fine dining, collecting both art as well as classic cars, and boats not to impress but because he enjoyed sharing these things with people he cared about. Grant loved fishing, traveling the world, time at his cabin on the Cowlitz River and wintering in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Family was always important to Grant and he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Dogs have always been a big part of their lives and Grant especially loved sneaking treats to them when Judy was not looking.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Judy Beck, brother Jeff Weiler (Margaret), children Sheri Harvey (Steve), Kim Gaussoin (Bret), Brad Beck (Jeni). Grant is also survived by his grandchildren, Aaron Harvey, Ryan Harvey (Dorina), Lindsey Harvey, Abbie Kinsey (Jason), Ian Gaussoin, Benjamin Beck and great grandchildren, Gracie & Courtney Harvey and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

A celebration of life will be held on January, 3rd 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Bellevue Club: 11200 SE 6th Street, Bellevue WA 98004.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer's Association, Desert Southwest Chapter, 1028 E McDowell Road, Phoenix AZ 85006 would be greatly appreciated. Please sign Grant's online Guestbook at www.Legacy.com.

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

Published by The Seattle Times on Nov. 8, 2015.

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Gerald Lloyd Wood

November 2, 2022

Always will remember Grant's passing on October 31st. He was a friend and fine man. He and his wife, Judy became good friends in Scottsdale. Good marriages can begin at 14 years of age as Judy and Grant's did. So did my mother and father who were married 62 years. When my mother saw my father for the first time at 14, she told her friend who was with her, " See that cute curly-headed boy over there, I'm going to marry him some day." She did at 18! Blessings to Judy and her beautiful family and for Judy's continuing friendship.

Carolyn Levinski

May 20, 2016

Dear Beck Family,
I am so sorry for this late note, but wanted to send my deepest sympathy. I am remembering going door to door when Grant was running for Mercer Island City council. And spending many nights at the Beck house.
May you find peace in the knowledge that you have a new angel watching over all of you.
Love,
Carolyn Levinski

James Allen

December 27, 2015

How do you sum up a man's life, so many memories of sales calls, riding horses, fishing, and losing at poker, and traveling together. We both had the bug of owning your own business. I think we fed on each other in that respect.

There is an old saying: "There are old ships, and there are new ships, but the best ships of all are FRIENDSHIPS". GRANT WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE my FRIEND.
Gone but not forgotten, ever.

December 10, 2015

I have no idea where to start. I have worked for the Beck family for 30 years. Most people change jobs every few years, but working for Grant I just never knew what was going to happen next.

Grant truly cared about people. I have a great deal of respect for him, and am grateful to have known him.

Mary Covington

Mark Dallmeier

November 11, 2015

Grant was a great man that loved his family, his businesses and his employees. I enjoyed the time we spent together working on his businesses and interacting with his wife and close friends. He will be missed.

Julie Krutzfeldt

November 11, 2015

Grant was one of the first "rebels" I had ever met and I thought he was awesome...just like the movies. I am his first cousin on the Beck side and Grant used to take his two redneck cousins from Montana on a joy ride in the big city of Seattle whenever we came to visit. He was 19 and I was 12 years old. Wow, what an impression he made on my sister and me. We always looked up to him and admired Grant for his courage and tenacity. We were proud to be family.

Our deep sympathy and love to all. We will be there in January.

Gerald and Linda Wood

November 11, 2015

It was our pleasure to know Grant, a true gentleman. He was clearly proud of his family and had many fascinating stories to tell about his travels and hobbies. We met at the Alzheimer's Association's Partners' Support Group in Scottsdale and attended an Alzheimer's educational seminar together with him and Judy where we became friends. Both Grant and Judy supported our project, Alzheimer's Art, "Art From the Heart," by donating art for fundraisers and purchasing art to benefit Alzheimer's disease research, support, advocacy and education for which we are grateful.

Our deepest sympathy to Judy and family at this time. His legacy of a long and successful marriage, loving family and lifetime of accomplishments live on.

Tony Rowley

November 10, 2015

I knew Grant as a great man, leader, and friend. He loved his family and living life to the fullest. It was a blessing and privilege to know him. He in many ways touched my life and made it better. Our thoughts and prayers go out Judy and family.

Max Jahnke

November 9, 2015

Grant was not only a great owner of our company, but also a great leader and friend who loved life, his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren his hobbies and his passions.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Judy and his family.
God Bless.

Susie Anderson

November 9, 2015

RIP Grant - you will be greatly missed. We are blessed to be a part of a company where the owners treat you like family. Judy, Brad, Jeni & Ben, Kim & all of the family - I will continue to lift you in prayer for peace &strength. What a legacy Grant has left!
Love & Hugs,

Susie A

Pierre & Gretchen Jolly

November 8, 2015

RIP you Garfield High School Bulldog. We remember well the Friday night event that you and Judy hosted before one of our class reunions in your Mercer Island home. It was a great evening.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

A leader of leaders!

Ole Carlson

November 8, 2015

Grant my friend, client, mentor and influencer-

You are missed. You are too big to fail and that is what I will always cherish and remember about you. It would take much more space then I am allowed to express my appreciation of the numerous contributions you made to me. Business-got it! Boating-got it! Fishing-got it! Special events-got it! Dinners-got it! Material for my books-got it! Friendship-got it! Great talks-got it! Cars-in my garage-got it! Generosity -got it!

Hey I'm just getting started!

Rest wherever you are. You will always be remembered!

I love you.

Ole

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