Service Details
In keeping with Peter’s wish a private service was held.
Peter H. Beck, 89, of Racine, passed away at Oak Creek Place on Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born in Racine on September 26, 1935, the son of the late Herbert and Lillian (nee: Jensen) Beck.
Peter was a graduate of St. Catherine’s high school, class of ‘53. He proudly served his country with the US Army and the Wisconsin National Guard. Peter was employed by the Wisconsin Electric Co., later WE Energies, where he retired in 1996 after 34 years of service.
On August 23, 1958, Peter married Jane Suzanne Rognsvoog and together they raised three children. Peter and Jane built a life of cherished memories including family, travel, and friendships. They enjoyed tennis, fishing, cross country skiing, travel, building their dream home together and spending time at Miller Lake.
After Jane‘s passing in 2000, Peter later married Maryann Roberts. Peter was a loving and supportive father and grandfather. He taught them the importance of showing up, doing your best and taking pride in a job well done. Peter was an incredibly talented woodworker and carver, leaving his loved ones with beautiful furniture and birds as a reminder of his gifts. He was proud to be one of two lifetime members of the Riverbend Carving Club.
Surviving are his children, Susan Beck–Riekkoff, of Racine, Peter (Norma) Beck, of Miami, FL, and James (Cindy) Beck, of Idaho Falls, ID; grandchildren, Benjamin(Katie) Beck of Princeton, Il, Lindsay Barber of Virginia Beach, VA, Michael (Courtney)Beck, of Fort Liberty, NC, Leo Felipe of Tampa, FL, and four great grandchildren, Lily, Charlotte, Addison, and Aivan. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. In addition to his parents, Peter was proceeded in death by Jane Rognsvoog Beck, his second wife, Maryann Roberts Beck, grandson, Jason Riekkoff, and brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Kit Beck. The family wishes to thank the staff at Oak Creek Place and St. Croix hospice for their loving care of Peter in his final months.
Laurie and Rick Hennig says
You were a great man Uncle Pete. A wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Extremely talented in woodworking and wood carving.
You will be deeply missed.
Sandra Miller Bitter says
Pete was such a nice, considerate and generous man. I had the privilege of meeting him during several family get-togethers with my sister, Cindy and my brother-in-law Jim Beck. Pete carved several adorable wooden birds for me that were so unique and I could tell they were made with such love and care. May you rest in peace Pete💙