ARCHBOLD WEATHER

Delmer Lee Beck


Delmer Lee Beck, age 94, of Archbold, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 28, 2021, at Defiance Area Hospice Center.

He was born at home in Williams County on April 23, 1927, to Earl and Clara Beck.

Delmer met Phyllis Wade on a blind date and were married on Oct. 29, 1961. She preceded him in death on July 22, 1999.

Helping his dad on the farm is where Delmer learned the value of hard work.

Delmer was employed at Sauder Woodworking, delivering furniture for a few years.

For over 40 years he worked at Miller Gas Company delivering propane to his valued customers.

Delmer and his family raised pullet chickens for 25 years.

He was a member of West Clinton Mennonite Church and served in W1 Service during the Korean War in Brattleboro, Vt. as an orderly.

After retiring in 1997, Delmer enjoyed drinking coffee with friends, woodworking, and spending time with family.

Delmer is survived by their two children, David (Nancy) Beck, Deanna (Tom) Rupp, and five grandchildren, Jessica (Ryan) Feeny, Jerry Erwin, Sarah Rupp, Emily Rupp, and Alex Rupp, and three greatgrandchildren, a twin sister Donna Sutter, brothers Marlin (Shirley) Beck and Roger (Jean) Beck, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother Ivan Beck, sister Evelyn Traeger, and beloved in-laws.

A private burial at Pettisville Cemetery on Monday, May 3, was followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at West Clinton Mennonite Church. For those unable to be present, a live stream was available.

Memorial contributions may be made to West Clinton Mennonite Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Short Funeral Home. www.ShortFu neralHome.com.