James Michael Beck

Age 69, of Greencastle, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016.

He was born February 10, 1947 in Columbus, Indiana, and was the son of Patricia (Wertz)Thackery and Todd Beck. He graduated from Hauser High School in 1965, and graduated with honors from Indiana University in 1977 with a BSEd.

He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and received a U.S. Commendation medal of service. He was also a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He enjoyed running and was an avid marathon runner. He also enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, taking pictures, and spending time with his grandchildren. He devoted much of his career to working at Black’s Lumber.

He was a member of Big Walnut Baptist Church, Reelsville Indiana.

He was preceded in death by Brenda (Phillips) Beck.

He is survived by his sisters, Jennifer (Pat) Rafferty of Columbus, and Judith (Gary) Koors of Greensburg; his brother, John (Janet) Beck of South Bend; his daughters Rachel Beck, Jane (Brian) Beck Archer, Amy Hammond; a son, Michael (Joanne) Beck; 14 grandchildren, Alexis, Abigail, Ashli, Anthony, Maria, Veronica, Felicity, Joshua, Theodric, Elizabeth, Breanna, Kaylee, John, and Lucas; and 1 great-grandchild, Aubrianna.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 15th, from 3:00-5:00pm at Big Walnut Baptist Church, Reelsville Indiana.