Celebrating the life of
Gordon T. Beck
August 07, 1937 - May 24, 2011
CLEARWATER, FL - Gordon T. Beck, 73, of Clearwater, passed away peacefully at his home on May 24, 2011 under the care of Suncoast Hospice of Pinellas County.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Florence Elizabeth Beck and his son, Allen Elliott Beck. Prior to his retirement 2 years ago, he owned and operated the Seabreeze Lounge in Palm Harbor and the Seabreeze Lounge II in Clearwater for 15 years. Prior to going into the lounge business, he was an Advertising Executive for the Tampa Tribune for 25 years before taking early retirement in 1993.
He is survived by three aunts, Elsie H. Donaldson and Barbara M. Perry of Savannah, GA and Irene Perry of Sebastian, FL as well as many loving cousins and wonderful friends.
Visitation will be Sunday, May 29th, 2-5 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors Islands Chapel, 4605 Highway 80 East, Savannah, followed by a graveside service on Monday at the Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah beginning at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Suncoast Hospice or The American Cancer Society.
Gordon Beck was my Supervisor for 7 years at the Tampa Tribune.I admired and respected his ability and his fairness. He was the best 'Boss' I ever had the pleasure of working with.Rest in peace my friend. I am sure you are now selling ads in heaven. Thanks for all your kindness.I'll miss you.
- Andy Walzer, Valrico, FL
The Savannah American Cancer Society would like to express our deepest condolances on the passing of Mr. Beck. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
- The Savannah American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
Although I did not know Gordon for a long period of time, he had a special place in my heart. He adopted my son Allen and blessed his life on earth with him. I will be forever grateful to him. Allen loved him very much and because of that I became to love him as well. You are at home with our son, brother and uncle Allen,and you both will forever be missed and loved.
- Elaine G. Crowder, Spruce Pine, NC
Almost three years ago gordon beck came into my life unexpectedly. He became a very good friend to me and my family. When my brother was fifteen gordon adopted him and they began on a journey not near long enough. He gave allen a life and a relationship most would envy. Thank you gordon for your huge heart and all the memories. You will always be a very treasured memory for me and my family. Until we meet again... love always jason
- jason elliott, spruce pine, NC
Gordon Beck was my Supervisor for 7 years at the Tampa Tribune.I admired and respected his ability and his fairness. He was the best 'Boss' I ever had the pleasure of working with.Rest in peace my friend. I am sure you are now selling ads in heaven. Thanks for all your kindness.I'll miss you.
- Andy Walzer, Valrico, FL
The Savannah American Cancer Society would like to express our deepest condolances on the passing of Mr. Beck. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
- The Savannah American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
Although I did not know Gordon for a long period of time, he had a special place in my heart. He adopted my son Allen and blessed his life on earth with him. I will be forever grateful to him. Allen loved him very much and because of that I became to love him as well. You are at home with our son, brother and uncle Allen,and you both will forever be missed and loved.
- Elaine G. Crowder, Spruce Pine, NC
Almost three years ago gordon beck came into my life unexpectedly. He became a very good friend to me and my family. When my brother was fifteen gordon adopted him and they began on a journey not near long enough. He gave allen a life and a relationship most would envy. Thank you gordon for your huge heart and all the memories. You will always be a very treasured memory for me and my family. Until we meet again... love always jason
- jason elliott, spruce pine, NC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
