of Conway, AR
October 20, 1934 - November 16, 2011
William McCoy Beck, 77 of Conway passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011. Born in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, on May 20, 1934, he was a son to the late Arthur Dunlap and Thelma Marie McCoy Beck. William attended the University of Georgia, Duquesne University and graduated from Robert Morris University. He also received a certificate in Executive Growth from Eartham College. He began his career at Jones and Laughlan Steel Corp. in Pittsburgh, PA and retired from Robertson Ceco Corporation in Sheridan, AR. William was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. A brother, Jim Beck also preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife JoAnn Shields Beck; son, Dr. William A. Beck and wife Laura of Springdale, AR; daughter Beth Anne Nabholz and husband Tommy of Conway; grandchildren: Mac and Patrick Nabholz, Murphy O'Connel and William Brady Beck, and Haylee Matthews; a brother, Robert Beck; a sister-in-law, Mary Ann Beck and several nieces and nephews.
The family expresses their gratitude to all the wonderful nurses at Arkansas Hospice Care. A special thanks to Ola McGee, Chantal Hendrix and Steve Harper. Also to Chuck and Marie Kessler for their loving care given to William, and Pam for always making time for him on her day off.
Services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, November 18, 2011 in the chapel of St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Father James Melnick as celebrant. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway. The Rosary will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, November 17, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with visitation following. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice Care or St. Joseph Endowment Fund.
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8 Condolence(s)
Barbara Ross-Bovalino
Sunday, November 20, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
John & Anna Marie OConnor
Friday, November 18, 2011
I will always have fond memories of Bill and you.
Pat Walsh
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Accept our condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Pat and Tom Walsh
susan nabholz denys
Thursday, November 17, 2011
We have been honored to know and love a great man. Papa Beck was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He was such as inspiration to all as the loving family man that he was. He has truly earned his heavenly reward. God Bless the entire family for their support and care during his long illness.
Chad and Tonia Odom
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Mrs. Joann and family, We wanted to let you all know that you are in our prayers. Mr Bill will forever be in our hearts. Chad still tells stories about Mr. Bill, He taught Chad so much in the years he was his supervisor. Chad has never forgotten it. He had his way of things and Chad will forever be greatful to him for taking the time with him. We will always remember the Halloweens we would bring the girls to your house and all the christmas cards to let us know you were thinking of us. We will continue to pray for you and yours. Love, Chad Tonia, Holly and Kylie Odom
Deb McIlwain
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Thinking of you,
George Parrault
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
It was a priveledge and a pleasure to get to know and work with Mr. Bill. He was a good manager who led by example and cared for those who worked under his supervision. I am glad to know he was a family man---We need more men like him. Our prayers are with you and God bless!!
CENTRIA
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
So sorry for your loss.
Your CENTRIA Family