Jon Howard Beck, 61, of Saint Albans, WV, passed away on November 27, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his family. He lived with ALS for eight years, embracing each moment and appreciating every day while exemplifying courage and acceptance in the face of difficult circumstances.

Jon was born December 16, 1962, and raised in Denver, CO, by his parents, Howard and Eleonor Beck. Jon attended Glendale Community College on a basketball scholarship and completed his undergraduate degree at Colorado State University. He furthered his education by earning his Master’s degree in Physical Therapy at Emory University, and enjoyed a fulfilling career at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

He was passionate about cycling, music, and sports, especially those his children participated in. He had an extensive network of friends who were as dear as family to him.

Jon was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Eleonor Beck. He is survived by his wife, Lisa; his children, Conner, Nathaniel, and Rachel; and his siblings, Pennie Nelson, Janet Lewis, Susann Ragsdale, Melanie Franey, and Chris Beck. He is also survived by many close cousins, nieces, and nephews.

His Celebration of Life will be held at Unity of Kanawha Valley on December 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. with a reception for family and friends immediately following the service. Those unable to attend may join in and watch live on Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/3043450021 (password:1111)
Or call 253-215-8782 and enter Meeting ID: 3043450021.

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to Hospice (https://www.hospicecarewv.org/make-a-donation/)  or the ALS Association of West Virginia (https://www.als.org/support/states/west-virginia).

Memories of Jon may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.