Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Terrence Joseph Beck
1932 - 2022
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Linda Walsh lit a candle
Thursday, June 30, 2022
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So many memories. We'll miss your music.
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Gwyneth Storr uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, May 15, 2022
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Rebecca, thank you so much for sending these beautiful flowers. This bouquet was just stunning. I took them home and they are cheering me up immensely. I was able to split them into three bouquets. I’ll take them to the grave site on Tuesday, I think they’ll still be OK as they seem to love it outside on the patio.
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Gwyneth Storr uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, May 14, 2022
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Gwyneth Storr uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, May 14, 2022
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Terry Beck, my friend and stepfather in law.
Terry was a man who spoke softly and carried within him, a big heart. I’m not surprised he thought seriously about becoming a priest. He had many of the required qualities. He was generous, helpful, strong in his beliefs and even stronger in his convictions, but above all, he was kind.
He was like a breath of fresh air. Within a short time he had not only won the heart and affection of his future bride, JOSEPHINE WALSH, but of the whole family. A good example of the man he was, was his decision to have family Sunday dinners. He invited all of us over - you didn’t have to come, but they were preparing dinner anyway.
At first only a few of us attended, but before too long most of the family would be there on a regular basis - a good example of “cook it and they will come.” He enjoyed having family together after dinner to play cards: hearts or cribbage, and we had some rousing good games.
It reminded me of the Waltons. Sunday dinner was a centrepiece of our family culture - nothing spectacular but something very special. This was Terry’s style.
This tradition didn’t just go on for weeks or months, it went on for years.
JOSEPHINE loved having the family together too, and she worked hard alongside Terry to make it happen. Things evolved as they aged, and in recent years, we would all bring food to cook on the barbecue or a prepared meal, so we could still have meals together, with good feelings, community and some great memories. Thanks Terry.
Terry was also mischievous. He would wear funny and outlandish combinations of clothes just to get noticed. He loved his birthday cake hat, his Irish-inspired all green clothes, and assorted plaids and Argyles. I often think that was why he liked golf so much. He could wear wild clothes and fit right in.
Jo and Terry started spending winters in Florida, and would invite family to stay. Once when Gwyneth and I visited, Terry decided that he and I were going golfing. He set up a tee-off time and paid the fees, then announced to me we were going golfing. I was flummoxed. I told him I didn’t bring any clubs. He replied: “I have a set for you.” I told him I had only tried golf two or three times and that he should save his money. The Lexington was an expensive course. He told me he’d enjoy having my company and besides when you play golf you play against yourself. He said it’s all arranged.
We had a wonderful time; the rain stopped about 30 minutes before we were scheduled to tee off. Terry won a charity event at the ninth hole. Gwyneth and Jo and Jo’s sister, Anne , joined us for lunch at the clubhouse. The sun came out and we watched several groups finish their 10th hole while we had lunch. A memorable day.
In another example of Terry as a family man, he hosted a birthday party with his twin sister every year for all the Becks and Walshes. We are talking about a lot of people indeed. Whenever family came together, that’s when Terry was happiest.
Terry loved music and would often break out in song, or play his mouth organ. He’d tell corny jokes or anything to have fun. He always felt duty-bound to get everyone a drink to make them feel welcome and comfortable. He introduced me to gin and tonic - A nice summer drink he would say.
Terry was very generous. He joined the Knights of Columbus and did a lot of charity work, giving generously of his time. He donated to so many charities, we lost count. He wanted to contribute to making this world a better place.
We miss you already Terry. You were an anchor for so many people. You showed us the world is a wonderful place. Thank you for your love and all you have done to inspire us. I can imagine you now, singing with the angels, and wearing your birthday cake hat so we can find you in the chorus. Our loss is heaven’s gain.
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Ross & Nathalie Lynde posted a condolence
Friday, May 13, 2022
As I think about Uncle Terry I have nothing but fond memories. I was always excited when I knew he was coming over, for there would be laughter, music, and some kind of offering from his garden. Forever the jokester, he was always quick to mention that his twin, my Mom, was his ‘older’ sister. I am sure he played no small part in how my family always valued a funny prank, or a rousing song! He had a tender heart, and I’m confident we will never know the depths of his support both to his friends and family, but to those he worked with for so many years at the Catholic Children’s Aid Society, and all the organizations he was involved with. To hear that he had passed and within a week his partner of so many years Jo had followed him, it is bittersweet news indeed and I’m sure quite a shock to their immediate family. We are sorry to miss their joint funeral, but Nathalie and I are out of the country. We would like to offer our heartfelt condolences, and we will be making a donation to a Women’s Shelter here in Costa Rica in their honour.
With much love,
Ross & Nathalie Lynde
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Madeleine Harrington & Jeannine Beck pledged to donate to Covenant House
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
So very sorry for the loss of Uncle Terry and Aunt Josephine-Walsh-Beck.
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Dan and Diane Beck and family pledged to donate to Covenant House
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Terry and Aunt Josephine. Sending prayers. xo
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Rebecca Lambert (Cindys daughter) purchased flowers
Monday, May 9, 2022
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Dear Cousin Larry, some of my fondest memories are of the Beck/Lynde Pool Parties hosted by Great Uncle Terry and Jo. Thinking of you. Rebecca
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Madeleine Harrington posted a condolence
Monday, May 9, 2022
I have such fond memories of Uncle Terry!
He always made time to entertain us as kids and was the favourite uncle. Loved that he always had a beetle for a car!
Thinking back on all the swinging us around by the arms. We’d all get turns. I’m surprised he didn’t fall down from dizziness.
Missed out on a lot of years of happy years/times but was glad to reunite in our later years.
So happy for Terry when he and Auntie Jo found each other and were married. Jo was always so welcoming when I’d pop by for the odd visit.
May Uncle Terry and Aunt Jo Rest In Peace, together, for eternity.
Love xo
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Pamela Storr lit a candle
Monday, May 9, 2022
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I join with so many others in being lost for words at this time. Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of two people who were held in such high esteem by their family. Over the years, I had been invited into their home on a few occasions and it was clear they were living heaven on earth. Family, food and faith...there was never a shortage. I believe that the measure of a life well-lived is not how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but instead through the lives they touched and the sorrow, they leave behind. I trust that you will all find comfort together in the days ahead and remember all the good times. I know there were many.
Pamela Storr
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Mary Kay Lynde posted a condolence
Monday, May 9, 2022
My condolences. It's sad to see the last of the Beck elders pass on. Uncle Terry was my mom Mary's twin. "The younger twin" he would always add. I have fond memories of him, singing, laughing and telling jokes. He will be missed.
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Saturday, May 7, 2022
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Uncle Terry -we hope you are singing the Chicken Song in heaven with Larry ,Bill,andMary-Love from Cathie, Cindy,Chris,Terry and Tom Beck
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Margaret Bell posted a condolence
Saturday, May 7, 2022
I knew Terry in the 1950s. I’m eighty eight years old and remember him so well. He was my brother’s best friend. Terry was so full of energy and fun, always laughing, a wild and crazy guy.
I recall he came to our cottage one summer and he and my brother caught every frog on the island. They skinned those frogs and my mom cooked them……we thought those frog’s legs were delicious.
Terry took me to my first prom.
I don’t know how we lost track but life is like that.
Fond memories indeed.
His entire family were wonderful, loving people.
He surely is in a most happy place,
My sincere sympathy to all his loved ones.
Margaret Bell (nee Cunningham) .
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Gemma Nicholson and Michael MacIntyre posted a condolence
Saturday, May 7, 2022
Dear Josephine and family: Please accept my sympathy on the death of Terry. Over the years, since my time at the Catholic Children's Aid Society of Toronto, I have thought of Terry and always with a smile. He was the one and only "child abuse worker' when I started in 1970 and covered the City of Toronto on his own, until he was 'replaced' by an Abuse Specialist in every branch office. Terry could be depended upon to have the most recent joke which lightened the burden of CAS work. Since the pandemic started, Terry and I had a brief telephone conversation and he sounded upbeat and cheerful. For you, and your family, we pray that you will soon enjoy warm, happy memories of Terry, and may you feel the comfort and peace of our loving God as you mourn.
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The family of Terrence Joseph Beck uploaded a photo
Friday, May 6, 2022
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