Bernard John Beck
November 17, 1956 - May 27, 2020
Bernard J. Beck, 63, died 5/27/2020 at Baptist East Hospital. He graduated from St. Barnabas Grade School and Jeffersontown High School. He was a talented artist and produced many paintings for family and friends. Once a week for the last five years he volunteered in the kitchen of the Central Presbyterian Church to help with the noon luncheon. Bernie found joy in Good food and cooking, family gatherings, hunting and fishing and producing various plants in his small garden. He especially loved Christmas season when he would spend several months gathering and wrapping gifts. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence E. Beck and Mary Mabel (O’Bryan) Beck. Left to cherish his memory: Sisters, Frances Reid (Charles), Libby Maraia (Pete), Mary Sue Haysley (Doug); Brothers, Clarence Beck and Joseph Beck. He was also loved by the many members of his extended family and his friends. The family is very grateful to the wonderful members of his support team who provided loving care to him for much of his life. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 2nd, from 9:00 to 10:30 am at Ratterman and Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road. Immediately following the visitation, the funeral mass will be at St. John Paul II Parish, 3521 Goldsmith Lane at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Memories and messages of support may be shared with the family at www.ratterman.com.
Bernard J. Beck, 63, died 5/27/2020 at Baptist East Hospital. He graduated from St. Barnabas Grade School and Jeffersontown High School. He was a talented artist and produced many paintings for family and friends. Once a week for the last five... View Obituary & Service Information