George Washington Beck b. 8 Aug 1847 Montgomery County, Ohio, United States d. 19 Mar 1919 Monroe Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States: Tangled Roots

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Name	George Washington Beck
Born	8 Aug 1847	Montgomery County, Ohio, United States [1, 2]
Gender	Male
Census	1850	Dinsmore Township, Shelby County, Ohio, United States [3]
	as G. W. Beck, in the household of Francis H. Beck
Census	1860	Butler Township, Montgomery County, Ohio, United States [4]
	as George W. Beck, in the household of Frank Beck
Census	1870	Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States [5]
	as George W. Beck, working of farm, in the household of Francis H. Beck
Census	1880	Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States [6]
	as George W. Beck, farmer, head of household
Census	1900	Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States [7]
	as George W. Beck, teacher, head of household
Census	1910	Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States [8]
	as George W. Beck, father-in-law, widow. in the household of Roy E. Hale
Died	19 Mar 1919	Monroe Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States [9]
Buried	21 Mar 1919	Nashville, Miami County, Ohio, United States [10]
	Address: Wheelock Cemetery
Person ID	I2028	TangledRoots
Last Modified	22 Oct 2021

Father	Rev. Francis Hugh Beck, b. 21 Apr 1827, Butler Township, Montgomery County, Ohio, United States , d. 21 Mar 1904, Kessler, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 76 years)
Mother	Amelia Cress, b. 2 Dec 1822, Montgomery County, Ohio, United States , d. 26 Mar 1899, Kessler, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 76 years)
Married	8 Nov 1846	Montgomery County, Ohio, United States
Family ID	F1060	Group Sheet \| Family Chart

Family 1 Mary Florence Miller, b. Abt 1855, d. 30 Mar 1906, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 51 years)

Married 4 Aug 1874 Miami County, Ohio, United States [11]

Children

	1. Bertha May Beck, b. 16 May 1875, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States , d. 11 Mar 1961, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 85 years)
	2. Mattie Beck, b. Abt 28 Dec 1876, West Milton, Miami County, Ohio, United States , d. 29 Dec 1876, West Milton, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 0 years)
	3. Clara Estella Beck, b. 22 Aug 1880, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States , d. 4 May 1957, West Milton, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 76 years)
	4. Minnie Ethel Beck, b. 10 Oct 1883, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States , d. 2 Apr 1919, Union Township, Miami County, Ohio, United States (Age 35 years)

Last Modified 16 Jan 2022

Family ID F1063 Group Sheet | Family Chart

Family 2	Mary Long, b. 1845, Miami County, Ohio, United States , d. 1916 (Age 71 years)
Married	14 Dec 1912	Miami County, Ohio, United States [12, 13]
Last Modified	16 Jan 2022
Family ID	F1064	Group Sheet \| Family Chart

Notes

OBITUARY
George W. Beck
...Soon after the evening shadows had gathered on Wednesday, March 19, 1919, the earthly career of George W. Beck came to a close, and the heart that had palpitated with life for 71 years and more was now still forever in death. He was the oldest son of Rev. Francis H. and Amelia Beck whose family consisted of 7 children, 3 of whom died in early childhood. Of the four, who lived to manhood and womanhood years, George is the first to be called. He was born in Montgomery county, Ohio, August 8, 1847, but in his early childhood his parents moved to Shelby county. Within a few years they returned to Montgomery county and after tarrying there a few brief years they purchased for themselves a home where Kessler now stands in 1869 and that became their permanent residence.
...In that same year George began his long career as a school teacher and he continued to prosecute his school work for forty-three years in succession. His rectitude of character and lofty ideals were powerful factors in the success he achieved in his long tenure of service. Not only did he train the youthful minds of his pupils, but what noble impulses be awakened in the hearts of the children entrusted to his care! By word and deed he sought to guide their young feet aright. He gave encouragement and kindly assistance to many as they left the school room to begin their careers in life. Many are the parents who have great reason for genuine gratitude to the deceased for the faithful service he rendered to their boy or their girl. In his honest, rugged face there was reflected the spirit of friendly interest as he came in contact with them whether in the school-room, or on the play ground. And a genial, whole-hearted greeting was accorded them as he met them along the highway of life.
...Nor were his public activities confined to his chosen field of teaching in the public schools. In 1866, while yet in his teens, he became a member of the Sugar Grove Christian church near Fidelity under the labors of Rev. William Jay. More than thirty years ago he transferred his membership to the West Union Christian church and continued in its fellowship until the end came. He served as a trustee of the church for many years and where he could no longer attend to the duties of the office on account of failing health he was made trustee emeritus. During those years he was active in the Sunday School work and was the faithful teacher of the young mens class for many years.
...He became a member of the I. O. O. F. At West Milton in April 189_ and at his own request the lodge rendered its impressive burial service over his remains. He became a member, also, of the Masonic Fraternity at West Milton and was raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason in 1902.
...On August 4, 1874, the deceased was united in marriage with Mary Florence Miller who stood by his side for 31 years and more as the inspiration of his life. Compelled to be absent from home much of his time by his chosen profession she bravely assumed the cares and duties of the home and by her faithfulness and industry and devotion, she rendered possible the success he achieved as a public school teacher. Her home was the throne of her power. For it she lived and planned and wrought. Four little tiny girls came into their home, May, Mattie, Clara and Minni. Mattie died in infancy. The other three grew to womanhood years and survive the father. May became the wife of Arthur Patty, Clara was wedded to Roy hale, and Minnie has been the bright light in the home of Theodore Macy as the companion of his life. The mother passed away March 30, 1906.
...In December, 1912 Mr. Beck was again joined in marriage with Mrs. Mary McCool who died in 1916 and he was again left to journey alone upon life's highway. But he was comforted with the love and companionship of his children with whom he found a congenial home. They cared for him, ministered to him during his long affliction and at last, on March 19, 1919, he passed away from the home of his daughter May, at the age of 71 years, 7 months and 11 days.
...Besides his children he leaves eight grandchildren, two brothers J. Warren and Albert, and one sister Mary Jane Beck, to whom his departure brings a sense of loss and sorrow not to be expressed in words.
...Funeral was held Friday at 2:30 p. m., at the West Union Christian church, Roy O. P. Furnas officiating. (Source: Troy-Hayner Genealogy and History Center, Troy, Ohio, copy in file)

Sources

[S211] Bible: James and Margaret Beck, 977.101 SH4MA.
George Washington Beck was born August the 8th, 1847
[S563] Ohio: County Marriages, 1790-1950, Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah, FamilySearch, #27516 George W. Beck and Mary Long McCool,.
record title: Ohio, County Marriages, 1790-1950
name: George W. Beck
event: Marriage
event date: 14 Dec 1912
event place: Miami County, Ohio
age: 65
estimated birth year: 1847
father: Francis H. Beck
mother: Amelia Cress
spouse: Mary Mccool
spouse's age: 67
spouse's estimated birth year: 1845
spouse's father: Wm. Long
spouse's mother: Elizabeth Corpman
digital folder number: 4260995
[S91] 1850 Federal Census: Ohio, Shelby County, Dinsmore Township, pg. 420.
DW 64-64
...line 12 - Francis H. Beck, age 34, male, white, farmer, born Ohio
...line 13 - Amelia Beck, age 28, female, white, born Ohio
...line 14 - G. W. Beck, age 3, male, white, born Ohio
...line 15 - John H. Beck, age 1, male, white, born Ohio

DW 65-65
...line 16 - Joseph Elliott, age 33, male, white, farmer, born Ohio
...line 17 - Susan Elliott, age 38, female, white, born Ohio
...line 18 - Mary A. Elliott, age 9, female, white, born Ohio
...line 19 - Hanna S. Elliott?, age 7, female, white, born
...line 20 - G. F. Elliott, age 6, male, white, born Ohio
...line 21 - Eliza Elliott, age 4, female, white, born Ohio
...line 22 - Sarah Elliott, age 2, female, whtie, born Ohio
...line 23 - Martha Elliott, age 1, female, white, born Ohio

DW 68-68
...line 39 - James Kelly, age 35, male, white, farmer, born Ohio
...line 40 - Elizabeth Kelly, age 32, female, white, born Ohio
...line 41 - Johnathan Smiley, age 34, male, merchant, born Ohio
Dinsmore Township, Shelby County, Ohio p420
[S1293] 1860 Federal Census: Ohio, Montgomery County, p79 Butler Township.
DW 584-574
...line 2 - Frank Beck, age 33, male, farmer, born Ohio
...line 3 - Amelia Beck, wife, age 37, female, born Ohio
...line 4 - George W. Beck, age 13, male, born Ohio
...line 5 - Joseph W. Beck, age 5, male, born Ohio
...line 6 - Mary Jane, age 3, female, born Ohio
...line 7 - Ann Beck, age 2/12 female, born Ohio
...line 8 Rose Ann Ellis, age 17, female, housewife, born Ohio
...line 9 - E. N. Pearson, age 21, female, Com S. Teacher, born Ohio
Butler Township, Montgomery County, Ohio
p79
[S115] 1870 Federal Census: Ohio, Miami County, Union Township, p6.
DW 45-44
...line 20 - Francis H. Beck, age 43 male white, farm laborer, born Ohio
...line 21 - Amelia Beck, age 47 female white, keeping house, born Ohio
...line 22 - George W. Beck, age 22 male white, working on farm, born Ohio
...line 23 - Joseph W. Beck, age 15 male white, workin on farm, born Ohio
...line 24 - Mary J. Beck, age 13 female white, helps mother at home, born Ohio
...line 25 - Theodore Beck, age 4 male white, at home, born Ohio

DW 47-46
...line 30 - George Cress, age 52 male white, farmer, born Ohio
...line 31 - Ruth Cress, age 47 female white, keeping house, born Ohio
...line 32 - Mary J. Cress, age 18 female white, at home, born Ohio
...line 33 - Davis R. Cress, age 16 male white, working on farm, born Ohio
...line 34 - Henry R. Cress, age 13 male white, working on farm, born Ohio
...line 35 - Horatio G. Cress, age 11 male white, attending school, born Ohio

DW 49-48
...line 39 - Francis M. Fox, age 31, male, white, laborer farm, born Indiana
...line 40 - Margaret Fox, age 28, female, white, keeping house, born Ohio
Union Township, Miami County, Ohio p6
[S130] 1880 Federal Census: Ohio, Miami County, Union Township, p335B.
DW 55-58
...line 9 - Henry A. Cress, white, male, age 55, married, farmer, born Ohio, father born Virginia, mother born Virginia
...line 10 - Rebecca J. Cress, white, female, age 44, wife, keeping house, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 11 - James Cress, white, male, age 25, son, carpenter, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 12 - George A. Cress, white, male, age 22, son, carpenter, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 13 - Joseph Cress, white, male, age 15, son, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 14 - Susanah Cress, white, female, age 19, daughter-in-law, dress maker, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio

DW 60-63
...line 29 - George W. Beck, white, male, age 32, farmer, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 30 - Mary F. Beck, white, female, age 25, wife, married, keeping house, born Ohio, father born Va., mother born Ohio
...line 31 - Bertha May Beck, white, female, age 5, daughter, single, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 32 - Adam Smallenberger, white, male, age 21, work hand, single, farm hand, born Ohio, father born Germany, mother born Germany
Union Township, Miami County, Ohio p335B
[S145] 1900 Federal Census: Ohio, Miami County, Union Township, p 19B.
DW 415-430
...line 84 - George W. Beck, head, white, male, born Aug 1847, age 52, married 25 years, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio, teacher
... line 85 - Mary F. Beck, wife, white, female, born June 1845, age 45, married 25 years, 4 children born/3 living,born Ohio, father born Virginia, mother born Indiana
...line 86 - Clara E. Beck, daughter, white, female, born Aug 1880, age 20, single, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 87 - Minnie E. Beck, daughter, white, female, born Oct 1883, age 16, single, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 88 - Benson Daniels, servant, white, male, born June 1867, age 32, widowed, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
Union Township, Miami County, Ohio p19B
[S1404] 1910 Federal Census: Ohio, Miami County, Union Township, pg. 4A.
DW 46-46
...line 9 - Roy E. Hale, head, male, white, age 33, married 9 yrs, born Ohio, father born Maryland, mother born Ohio, farmer, general farm
...line 10 - Clara E. Hale, wife, female, white, age 29, married 9 yrs, children 2 born/2 living, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 11 - Marian T. Hale, daughter, female, white, age 8, single, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 12 - Thomas E. Hale, son, male, white, age 7, single, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
...line 13 - George W. Beck, father-in-law, male, white, age 62, widowed, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
Union Township, Miami County, Ohio
[S488] Ohio: Department of Health, Death Certificate 1908-1953, #21386 - George W. Beck.
George W. Beck
Place of Death: Ohio, Miami County, Monroe Township
male, white, widower
Wife: Flora Beck
Date of Birth: Aug 8 1847
Age: 71y 7m 11d
Birthplace: Ohio
Father: F. H. Beck, born Ohio
Mother: Amelia Cress, born Ohio
Death Date: Mar 19 1919
Cause of Death: Right Hemiplegia, arterio sclerosis
Burial: Wheelock Cemetery, Mar 21 1919
Additional Information Filed: Cerebral Hemorraghe due to Arterio Sclerosis
[S460] Burial: Wheelock Cemetery, Find A Grave Memorial# 42008712 - George W. Beck.
George W. Beck
Birth: unknown
Death: Mar. 19, 1919
Burial: Wheelock Cemetery
Troy, Miami County, Ohio, USA
Created by: Joe Reeser
Record added: Sep 15, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 42008712

Mary F. Beck
Birth: unknown
Death: Mar. 30, 1906
Burial: Wheelock Cemetery
Troy, Miami County, Ohio, USA
Created by: Joe Reeser
Record added: Sep 15, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 42008713
Nashville, Miami County, Ohio
George Beck 1847-1919
Mary Miller Beck 1855-1909
[S525] Ohio: Miami County, Probate Court, Marriages v. 1-2 1871-1885, vol 1, pg 160, #12947 - George W. Beck and Mary Florence Miller.
State of Ohio, Miami County
...Geo. W. Beck and Florence Miller, 4 Aug 1847, by William Jay, M. G.
Miami County, Ohio v1, p160
[S384] Obituary: George W. Beck.
[S563] Ohio: County Marriages, 1790-1950, Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah, FamilySearch, v11, p54 #27516 George W. Beck and Mary Long McCool,.
State of Ohio, Miami County
...George W. Beck, age 65 on Aug 8 1912, residence Union Tp., West Milton, Ohio, birthplace Butler Tp., Montgomery Co., O., occupation Teacher, father Francis H. Beck, mother Amelia Cress, married once previously.
...Mary McCool, age 67 on Dec. 28 1911, birthplace Miami Co., Oh, father, Wm Long, mother Elizabeth Coopman, married once previously, widowed name given above.
...Married 14 December 1912 by O. P. Furnas, Minister of the Gospel
Miami County, Ohio v11 p54-55