Richard W. Beck II

September 13, 1952 - September 12, 2017

Richard William Beck, II peacefully passed from this world on September 12, 2017 surrounded by loved ones, including his beloved canine companion, Scotty who kept vigil at his master’s feet for two days and two nights. Richard is survived by his wife Karen, his son, Richard Beck and daughter-in-law Erica, granddaughters Braylee and Jamie Hightower, his twin brother, Robert and his wife, Launa, all of Oklahoma City, Yukon and Edmond. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Louise Haas and husband John from Lake Isabella, MI, step-daughter Kathryn Elliot and granddaughter Paige of Dallas, and stepson Matt Howard of Oklahoma City; nieces and nephews include Dr. Robert Haas, M.D., Alec Haas Med. 3, Ryan Beck and wife Kandace, Ryker and Liam, Aubrey Patton, Harmony and Chance, Blankarosa Benke and Andre, Lakoda and Taylor and great-nephew Noah Cade. Finally, his best canine buddies, Scotty and Max. Richard was a successful painting contractor of Richard Beck Painting, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother. Richard was deeply loved and will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to A New Leash on Life, 1309 24th Ave SW, Norman, OK 73072 newleashinc.org or the American Lung Association Oklahoma Chapter, 730 W Wilshire Blvd Suite 105, Oklahoma City, OK 73120. “Now cracks a noble heart, Goodnight sweet Prince, may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.” Hamlet Act 5 A service celebrating the life of Richard will be held at Lakeside United Methodist Church, 2925 NW 66th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10:30 a.m.