William "Bill" Beck's Obituary
William “Bill” Beck, age 81, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023, in Rogers, Arkansas. He was born July 27, 1941, in Water Valley, Mississippi to Walter Franklin and Willie Mae (Brower) Beck Sr. He is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife of 32 years, Paula Edwards Beck, sister Luella Fair and brother Walter F. “Dub” Beck Jr.
Bill graduated from Water Valley High School in 1959 and started college at Northwest Mississippi Jr. College in Senatobia, Mississippi. He joined the National Guard where he served for several years while completing his college degree at Memphis State University. It was during this time when he met Paula. Bill and Paula married on July 27, 1968 and Leigh Anne came along a couple of years later. The three of them moved to Forrest City, Arkansas where Bill owned and operated the local Napa Auto Parts/Auto Care Center. After relocating to Bella Vista, Arkansas in 1997, Paula was called Home on November 29, 1999. Bill proceeded to get his real estate license and joined the Lindsey and Associates Rogers office family where many friendships were built. His circles of friends meant the world to him.
Duck hunting and bass fishing were Bill’s favorite outdoor passions. As he would say in the duck blind, “this is what it’s all about,” then proceed to call in the ducks. Bill was kind-hearted and always ready to lend a helping hand. He was also witty with one-liners and nicknames while smiling from ear-to-ear. He never met a stranger. He loved telling stories and listening to stories as well. Most of all, Bill cherished his family and friends and wonderful memories throughout his well-lived lifetime.
Bill is survived by his loving daughter and his pride and joy, Leigh Anne Beck (grandpups Henry and Cate) of Rogers, his sister Ida Browning, his brother Bob Beck and a host of extended family and friends.
There will be a celebration of life announced in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation by visiting https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ArkansasGameFishFoundation/memorial.html
To place an online tribute, please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com.
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