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Norman L. Beck, 84, of Flora, IN was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday, January 10, 2021 at IU Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN. Norm was born to the late Virgil and Ruby Marie Cree Beck on April 20, 1936 in Deer Creek Township, Cass County, IN. Norm graduated from Young America High School in 1954, then studied electronics at DeVry Tech in Chicago and received an FCC License for Radar endorsement. On June 2, 1957, Norm married his high school sweetheart, Jane Harness, in Young America, IN. He started his first TV repair business in 1958 and in November of the same year he joined the Army National Guard. In 1960 Norm and Jane moved to Flora and over the next sixty years they grew their business, Beck’s Furniture and Appliances, to add floor and window coverings. Jane still owns and operates the business today with their son Gordon. Norm also worked as the service manager at Zinn Kitchens in Flora for many years and loved his Zinn’s family.
Norm’s life of service began at 21 when he joined the Young America Lions Club. One of his proudest achievements was being a founding member and the first President of the Flora Lions Club in 1967. He served as Zone Chairman and as Deputy to the District Governor. Norm was very active in starting the Lions’ milkshake trailer project and continued for many years as chief cook and bottle washer. He also served in many capacities during the annual Flora Hog Jog. When the Flora Lions Club celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2017, Norm was honored to serve as the Charter President and he received the Lions’ International President’s Certificate of Appreciation, the 4th highest honor a Lion can receive. Norm served in the Flora Community Club and was a charter member and president of the Senior Citizens Apartments Board. Always a proud American, Norm initiated the annual display of flags along Flora’s streets and maintained them for years.
Norm’s hobbies over the years included model trains, shopping for antiques with Jane, and hauling his entire family down the street behind his dad’s Ford Ferguson tractor in the Flora Christmas parade. He loved church hymns and sang tenor with his beloved sister and brothers in the Beck Family Quartet. Norm and Jane went everywhere together. They traveled the world and particularly enjoyed visiting U.S. Presidential libraries. On most weekends, Norm and Jane could be found cheering on children and grandchildren at sporting events and they vacationed with each of their children’s families.
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Norm attended Bringhurst United Methodist Church and, more recently, Crossroads Community Christian Church.
Norm’s Family invite friends to visit Friday, January 15, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Crossroads Community Christian Church, 3570 E. 200 S., Bringhurst, IN 46913. The Flora Lions Club will honor Norm at 7:00 PM. Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the church. Live broadcast will be available at https://webcasts.lifetributes.com/1113320. The family request that all visitors wear a face covering and practice social distancing while attending. Pastor Dan Butcher and Mark Good will officiate. Burial to follow at Maple Lawn Cemetery with Carroll County Honor Guard Burial Rites. The family asks that any memorial contributions be made to the Flora Lions Club, P.O. Box 46, Flora, IN, 46929. For online condolences visit www.wheelerfamilyfuneralhome.com or Wheeler Family Funeral Home Facebook Page.
The Wheeler Family is honored to serve the Beck Family.
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judy griffin
January 12, 2021 2:11 pm ·So sorry for your loss. Norm was a good man. My prayers are with your family
Judy (Hammond) Griffin
Cathy Stier
January 12, 2021 3:12 pm ·May your many wonderful memories bring comfort to all. Keeping you in my thoughts.
Beth Ellison
January 12, 2021 4:59 pm ·So sorry for your loss, will continue to lift all of you up on prayer.
Beth Williamson Ellison
Deb Weirick
January 12, 2021 5:14 pm ·So sorry for your loss but in awe of your family strengths. Sending prayers for healing your way.
'Mick' & Irma Cook
January 12, 2021 6:41 pm ·Sending prayers to all your family now and in the days to come.
Tami Sanderson Richardson
January 12, 2021 6:58 pm ·My thoughts and prayers to all of you. Norm was always such a nice guy and over all of my life, I don’t think my parents got their drapes or carpet from anyone but Norm and Jane. Their business is a staple in Flora and Carroll County. Norm was always so kind and loved helping others, he will be missed. Thinking of you all.
Sharon Wheeler
January 12, 2021 8:11 pm ·Norma and family please know that you are in our thoughts
I did not know your dad, but you and I have many times to remember.
Thinking of you and your brother and families.
Karen Brophy
January 12, 2021 8:28 pm ·So very sorry for your loss. What a great man he was.
Karen Mears
January 13, 2021 12:08 pm ·Heather/Jane-I am sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family.
Karen (Boston) Mears
Jeff Lesh
January 13, 2021 3:00 pm ·We are so sorry to hear of Norm’s passing. I have some great memories of him. What a great guy with a great family. You are all in our prayers. Jeff and Linda
Howard & Judy Klopfenstein
January 14, 2021 11:25 am ·So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy and Bill Harness
January 14, 2021 8:28 pm ·Janie. Bill and I are beyond saddened by this. Our Hearts are with you and your family. Please know we would be there but We are in Texas. Hugs and Prayers
Dee Pirtle Schlatter
January 15, 2021 10:06 am ·Jane and Family, our family sends heartfelt sympathies to you. Norm was always so kind and giving, especially as he helped Mom so many times after Dad’s passing – a true testament of “Love Thy Neighbor.”
Love and peace to you all.
Dee and Jim Schlatter
Robin Schlatter
Amanda (Schlatter), Brian and Riley Winterland
Anita Schaeffer
January 15, 2021 3:59 pm ·Norma and Dave and Jane, we are so
Very sorry about Norm. He was such a good man. I always enjoyed talking with him at church. Our deepest condolences. Byron and Anita Schaeffer.
Susan Keenan
January 15, 2021 4:49 pm ·Norma,David and kids,
So sorry for your loss. Take comfort in your happy memories. Praying for you all. Love, Sue and Tim
Mary C Boswell
January 16, 2021 2:34 pm ·A beautiful tribute to a life lived to the fullest. I knew Norm all my life, having been neighbors, friends, gone to church together, so many wonderful memories of the Beck family. Graduated with Jane and she has always been a treasured friend of mine. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God’s richest blessings to you all.
Alice Fawley
January 16, 2021 2:36 pm ·What a wonderful celebration of life for a outstanding man, with his beautiful family.
And yes Cole, you do look like your grandfather.
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