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Mary Beck Obituary

BECK MARY ELIZABETH O''DONNELL BECK (Age 70) Of Ocean View, DE, formerly of Olney, MD, died peacefully on Saturday. August 7, 2010 in her home, after a courageous fight with cancer. Born January 28, 1940 in Washington, DC., she was the daughter of the late William and Bridie O''Donnell. Mary enjoyed her retirement at the beach. She loved traveling and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Frank Beck; a daughter, Kathleen (Beck) Tolino and her husband Vince; a son, Kevin Beck and his wife Jenny; four grandchildren, whom she loved very much, Emily Kathleen Tolino, Ashley Marie Tolino, Lauren Elizabeth Beck and Michelle Olivia Beck. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, August 12 at 11 a.m. at St. Ann''s Catholic Church on Garfield Parkway in Bethany Beach. Friends may call on Wednesday, August 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bethany Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 38040 Muddy Neck Rd, Ocean View, DE. 19970. Interment will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Route 26, Dagsboro, DE on Friday, August 13 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE. 19963. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com .

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 10, 2010.

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August 13, 2010

At this very sad time, know that thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. Rosemary Claus Sullivan, Classmate, Holy Trinity High School.

Fr. John Mudd

August 13, 2010

On behalf of the Archbishop Carroll High School family, I want to extend my condolences to Frank and the entire Beck family at the death of Mary. May God give her eternal peace and comfort her loved once in their sorrow.

August 11, 2010

I am keeping the Beck family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Judi Burkert Kingsbury, classmate Holy Trinity High School.

August 11, 2010

Dear Beck family, I was a classmate of Mary's at Holy Trinity High School. I am very sorry to hear of her passing. Now she is at peace with the Lord at her side. My prayers are with all of the family.

Anne Marie Perna

Barbara Di Francis

August 10, 2010

Dear Beck Family and Friends, Mary and I were classmates at Trinity. I remember her smile and how she was always cheerful. She loved to play basketball. She was a friend to all and I know you will miss her. She has peace now. I wish the same for you. Barbara Di Francis

Anne Oyler

August 10, 2010

So sorry to here this. I was a classmate at Holy Trinity High. Mary and the family are in my prayers.

Shirl T

August 10, 2010

To the Beck family
My deepest condolence to you.
May God prove to be your legs when you cannot stand and your refuge during these stormy times.

Debbie Steves

August 10, 2010

God bless you and watch over you, Aunt Mary. May you rest in peace. I thank God for my earlier memories of sharing time with you and your family, and I treasure the memories and laughs we had together, which I will never forget. Life begins and ends with family. May your family find serenity with God our Father.

August 10, 2010

Mary, may the angels lead you to Paradise. May you rest in peace and
joy with God, Whom you loved and faithfully served here on earth.
Frank, may you and your lovely family find peace and comfort in knowing you courageously and lovingly cared for Mary, preparing her to return to her dear Lord.
My love and prayers for all, Sister Marie Dolores

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