Isabella passed away at the Royal Jubilee Hospital after an eighteen month illness (which she fought with grace and great courage) with her husband and six children holding her hand in a circle at her bedside. Isabella was pre-deceased by her parents Donald and Leita Ullman and her siblings Mary and Leslie, all of Kingston, Ontario. She is survived by her beloved husband, Dr. R. Peter Beck and their children; Kathleen Beck (Rob Hookes), Suzanne (Steve) Panteluk, Patricia (Dr. Alf) Conradi, Dr. Paul Beck (Wanda Dawson), Elizabeth (Marc) Dumaine, John (Christie) Beck and seventeen grand (and great) children, all from Alberta.
Isabella (Izi) was born in Kingston, Ontario where she graduated from Rideau Public School, K.C.V.I., and the Kingston General Hospital as an RN. She worked as a nurse in Kingston, Vancouver, and Montreal. As a youngster she was very active in sports as a player and later as a coach. She met Peter in 1951 and they married after his graduation from Queen’s Medical School in 1955. Peter’s post MD training and subsequent medical career took them to Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, Richmond VA, South Africa, Mexico, Argentina, and other places. In retirement they lived in Windermere and the last thirteen years in Victoria.
Izi was a very bright, dynamic, articulate, very hard working (busy Izi), charismatic, positive, upbeat person. She always treated everyone in a polite, respectful manner. She was forgiving and always tried to see the good in everyone. She was down to earth and took a genuine, caring interest in anyone with whom she came in contact. She loved gardening and reading but her main focus was making home a special place in every way for family and friends.
She was a very devoted, loving wife, mother and grand (great) mother. If you spent time with Izi you didn’t hear it nor smell it but you felt a love that made you a better person. She had a great sense of humour and we had plenty of laughter. Our family feels we have lost an icon. “Rest in peace my darling”
The family would like to, very gratefully, thank all those persons involved in giving Isabella excellent care. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Royal Jubilee Hospital, The Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
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To Kathy, Robert, Jonathan and all who knew and loved Izzy,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Izzy. She will be missed dearly and we are thinking of you all at this very sad time. We hope that you find comfort knowing that although she has gone from your lives, she will forever live on your memories.
Sincerely,
Brent, Julie (sister of Robert Hookes), Brandon and Brynn Lavery
Beck Family,
My condolences on the passing of Izy. Of course I haven’t seen you parents in a very long time but I do have have such great memories of been over at your home and chatting with both your mom & dad. Your mom was just a wonderful person and made everyone and anyone who came into your house feel right at home. I was fortunate to know her.
Again, my condolences and take care.
Uncle Peter and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Izi. Although I saw her only occasionally, I was very fond of her and have only lovely memories of her. I hope loving memories bring you peace and ease your sadness with time.
Love and condolences,
Kerri (Clarke) Davidson and family
To Pete and the entire Beck Family. I remember as a youngster visiting you and Izi when you resided in Montreal. Dad and I always stopped in to visit when we would go to a Montreal Canadians Hockey Game. We were always made to feel so welcome. Thinking of you and sending our sincere condolences. Tom and Bev Beck
Dear Trish,
Thank you for letting us know that your Mom had passed away. It sounds like you were able to be there at her bedside and that would have been some comfort to you especially in these circumstances.
From the description of your mother, it is evident that you share many of the same characteristics – certainly you demonstrated those in your interactions with our family.
We feel for your loss,
Love to you, Alf, Peter, Nick and Carl,
Lindsay, Bryan and Harrison.
To all the Becks
What a lovely remembrance of your mom. I have so many great memories of her from growing up in Edmonton and being in and around your family home. My overriding memory is of the warmth and kindness and the humour and patience that she shared with us all.
Sending all my condolences and lots of love.
Eve MacDonald
Dear Peter and family,
Susan and I were deeply saddened to read of Izzy’s passing, our sincere condolances,love and good thoughts are conveyed.
During our residence together at Mariners Landing we look back fondly at our chats, usually about family members and your summer vacations with the family.
Stay well and safe during these troubling time.
Richard and Susan Austin
To the Beck family: Our heartfelt condolences to all of you on the loss of your Wife and Mother. Even though I did not know her personally I have heard many stories about her and know that she was a loving, kind person to all she met. Trish, since I only really know you, I can see that your Mom has passed along many of her traits of love, cooking, and gardening. I hope you all continue to feel her presence in your hearts for the rest of your lives and that it gives you comfort knowing she is now at peace. She sure would have felt that love knowing you were all at her side when she took her last breaths. Sending you all hugs and strength over the coming days, weeks and months until your hearts have healed.
Love Cathy King and Bruce Saville
Dear Peter and all members of the family
It is with great sadness accompanied by wonderful memories that Heather and I learned of Izi’s death.
You Peter have been part of my life since the 1940s, and then with Izi from the early 1950s until the present.
She was a wonderful person and indeed we have all lost an icon. But what an extraordinary family legacy you created together. With our sympathy and love Don and Heather
To the entire Beck family, our sincerest wishes to you all for your loss.
Izzy is and always will be a beacon for us to embrace.
Love,
Jim and Jane Gibson