Darlene M. Beck

I miss you my Hershey Kiss.  As your God mother I was so proud of you and all you did .God Bless your family & ,mother.  May the angels be with you always. LOVE forever   Aunt Lorraine & Uncle Bob

Bob,
I am so sorry to hear of Darlene's passing. She was such a sweet and caring person. I am praying for you and the boys. I wish I had the right words but know that I am praying for strength, comfort and that the love and support of family and friends will ease some of your sadness.

With Love,
Jane

Dear Wyatt and Connor,

This letter will be for you, only because I thought you could use some fun stories.  

I met your Mother when she was 16 years old and she had just moved all the way to Maine, during her junior year of high school, to learn more about horses. She was unafraid to move 8 hours away to pursue her passion of riding and horsemanship and she brought her horse with her!  She worked hard and played hard. There were snowball fights, or more accurately - ambushes, low flying military planes, hours of round robin lunge lessons, a horse named Piglet who liked to jump as high and go as fast as your Mom, late night trips to Friendly's for ice cream, tofu experiments, a diesel Volkswagen rabbit pulling bed springs in the arena, Cadbury chocolate care packages from your grandfather Carl ( but she gave up chocolate for Lent, then got sick on Easter when she could finally eat some!! ) We also shaved part of her head at one point for the latest 80's hairstyle, and spent almost all of our time in the barn or riding horses. 

She then started to travel the world, going to the Australian Outback, she saw Ayer Rock, lots of kangaroos, and met the Aborigine people. She also went to Italy, traveled all around the country  and saw the Vatican while she was there. She also traveled all over the United States for both horse stuff and just for fun. One day, in 1992,  she called me to see if I wanted to go to the Grand Canyon. She had extra frequent flier miles from all of her travels, and said I should pretend to be her and we could meet in Phoenix, AZ. We did it, although we almost got caught. We slept in a tent surrounded by snow on one night, then were down in the Canyon, sweating from the heat the next night. There were donkeys that passed us on their way down and back up before we even got halfway down, and squirrels that just about jumped in our backpacks trying to steal food. She hated those squirrels and did not think I was funny for laughing at them! We also almost ran out of gas in the desert when driving back to the airport because the only station around was closed! We were poor college students so we ate a lot of bagels with peanut butter on them during that trip. One summer during her college years she worked for a family on Mt. Desert Island in Maine and fell in love with a horse named Bob. No relation to your Dad. He was a big, beautiful draft horse. She also loved  the carriage roads and they became a special place for her. 

When she was in college in Boston, we would take the train all over the city and walked for miles and miles just enjoying the sights and sounds. She never got lost.  Of course, we always went to her favorite bakery in the North End. As you know, she loved museums and we spent lots of time in the Science Museum trying out anything we could. 

I'm so, so sorry that she got sick. I know she loved you guys with all of her heart and that you will miss her terribly. She was one of the most wonderful people that I know and I loved her dearly too. As time goes by, if you want to hear any stories, I would be happy to share them with you. I also have lots of pictures! I believe there are even some of the kamikaze squirrels! 

Take care of each other. Your Dad will always be there for you too. I will pray for you all to find peace in your good memories and the love and support from all of your friends and family. 

I'm sending you all really bigs hugs from Maine for all of the people here who loved your Mom dearly. 

With All of My Love,

Linda Elliott

Sending my love to you all..... 

To the Beck Family

I met Darlene at Northeastern University in Boston while we were both attending college.  I remember your Wife and Mom as being one of the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met.  When I was having a bad day at school, Darlene would always have a smile on her face ready to take on the day and help me push through.  The minute I met her she earned my respect.  My life, while on campus, was truly made better and more enjoyable because of Darlene.  She is someone I will never forget and while I have not spoken to her in a number of years, have never met you Mr. Beck or your children, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.  I know you have met my daughter Katarina, and she has expressed to me how beautiful your family is. 

Doug Fiorentino—Northeastern University Class of 1996.

Dear Bob, Connor and Wyatt,

I was so sorry to hear this news. I was part of Darlene's "Maine family". She came to live with us in Maine to learn more about horses and to finish High School. Together, with Linda and the horses, we learned about hard work, dedication, loyalty, love and loss. Her drive to become successful was balanced out by her fun antics in the barn and home.

I was truly impressed by her hard work in  her degrees at UMaine and a Masters at Northeastern, and am certain that she was an excellent physical therapist. I was also impressed by her manner of work around the horses. They loved her and responded so well, that is why I was happy that my mother sent Imp and Regina to be with her. We knew they would be loved.

Take care of each other and remember the good times with your beautiful wife and mother. She was proud of her life and family the last time we spoke. It seems too long ago now, but I will keep the sound of her laughter in my heart forever.

Meg Harvie Coon

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  Darlene was such a thoughtful person.  From lego club to kids ministry at church.  Darlene, you are missed. 

To Darlene's loved ones,

We are so sorry for your loss, and will keep you in our prayers.  Darlene was a wonderful person who did everything she could for her family and friends.  We will miss her laugh and her smile, and will always remember her with heartfelt love.  May God bless you all.   

Mr.Robert Beck, Wyatt and Connor,

My heartfelt deepest condolences to your family.

Darlene is a close friend of mine and I worked weekends with her when I started working at Bryn Mawr Rehab. She is well liked by all of us at work and is very supportive of her friends. Darlene is always ready to lend a listening ear and a caring heart. She offered me great support during my rough times and gave me good parenting advise when I needed it most. I wish to have been there for her.

She loves talking about Wyatt and Connor and offered me advise on the best amusement parks around to take my son to. She also brought group tickets to Hershey’s park to share with colleagues at work. It is very sad to accept the reality that such a sweet friend is not with us anymore.

I am so sorry for your loss and pray God to give your family strength and comfort during these difficult times.

Asha.

Dear Connor and Wyatt,     

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Dad. I am so happy to have many amazing memories with you and your family when I came to visit  Pennsylvania during summer. I remember chasing you through trees in the field next to your house and watching your mom with your horses. I always looked forward to seeing you, watching how much you had grown since the last time I had seen you. Your mother was always so kind to me. She made me chocolate protein smoothies and we ate Rice Krispies mixed with chocolate and M and M's. Your mom was a light; always smiling and glowing and laughing. Connor when I was your age I sat at your kitchen counter and worked on a seventh grade English project about Maya Angelou, and your mom was so interested in what I was doing; she made me feel like what I had to say was important, that my ideas and opinions meant something to her, and that was such an amazing feeling. She cared about you boys so much; I remember thinking that if I was half the mother she was one day, I would be happy. I know I don't see you two often, but I am always so excited when I do.

Connor- playing legos with you when you were five and to hearing you talk animatedly about school and your Boy Scouts and trips to Hershey Park last year when you were twelve were some of the highlights of my trips. I loved hearing you talk because you are so passionate, so much like your mom. And I know she's so proud of you- proud of your compassion and your intelligence, proud of the young man you are becoming.

Wyatt- I remember holding you as a baby, and sitting next to you while you were in your car seat playing peek a boo as your mom helped out in the local youth recreation center. I loved watching you run around; you were always so energetic, and I know it's that fiery spirit in both you and your brother which helped you win all those tag games we used to play. You have such a warm smile, and I know Darlene loved it when you turned that smile towards her. 

Both of you meant so much to her, and in these difficult times I hope you can hold on to the love she had for you and your father. She will be greatly missed. We love you! 

~ Kat 

I am part of Darlene's BMR family and have known her since she started working here.   Although I haven't gotten to see her much lately, whenever we spoke, her love for her three men was always apparent.  Darlene had a great smile and laugh and was always extremely caring toward her patients and towards her co-workers.  I'm so sorry for your loss and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all three of you during this very difficult time.  While you will miss her, her spirit will be with you always! 

My deepest condolences to you and your family.  I had the privilege to work with Darlene for many years. I will always remember her for her kindness, passion, integrity and generosity.  I will miss her and her joyful laugh. I offer my prayers for Darlene and you, her family, in this difficult time.  May you feel her love and presence forever.

Darlene & I were fellow bass moms at Rainbow school. I was glad to swap stories with her about how our boys were doing at school. I will miss seeing her smile & laughing about our adventures being bass moms together.

Bob, Connor & Wyatt, I first met your wife and mother at Bryn Mawr Rehab as an inpatient a few years ago. She did an initial evaluation on me then I had her again on a weekend. Although she wasn't my regular therapist I did get to know a bit about her. We soon realized we both attended Gateway church ... what a small world! After I told her I did equestrian therapy with a horse named Sadie she expressed to me how much she loved & adored her and wanted to adopt her once she was retired from therapy. I knew then we both shared a great love for animals. She also stopped by with some sweets one night on her way out and expressed she wanted to bring me a meal during my recovery time... Her kindness & thoughtfulness meant more to me then she will ever know. After that I saw her here & there at Bryn Mawr and at church. She always had a smile on her face and was such a gentle soul. I will never forget sweet Darlene. I've been praying that you find comfort and peace through your sorrow. Blessings Kelly Brown

Bob, Connor & Wyatt, 

I first met you wife and mother at Bryn  Mawr Rehab as an inpatient a few years ago. 

She did an initial all with me then I had her as my therapist one 

Darlene and my daughter Krista were friends in junior high school.  Darlene was always so positive, enthusiastic and ready for an adventure. She was such a sweet and kind girl.  I loved that she became a physical therapist and part of the medical field.  We shared that interest. Although I haven't seen Darlene in many years, I will always remember her as a compasionate and caring woman.

Molly Timko

Darlene was one of the most influential people of my adolescence and early adulthood. In those years she knew no limits but the completion of the dreams that she had. She was stong, determined and passionate in whatever she was working toward.  I remember the day I met her when she arrived at Morse High School. She was different (like me) not doing anything in a traditional way. Always really happy and proud that she was not conforming to society's norms. This is the person I knew, loved and respected as a friend. In Darlene's honor, follow your dreams and be passionate about what you care about.  I will continue to do this in her memory. Conner and Wyatt stay stong, express your feelings, be passionate and hold on to your mom's memory. Remember always, big dreams don't take no for an answer. I will miss you. May you rest in peace now.  Love, Chris Deans Reynolds

We got to know you all first when Bob and Darlene offered to give our daughter Rabia riding lessons in exchange for some babysitting. And later we got to know Darlene better when she came to give exercise lessons to my mom Zena, 91 years young: that’s when her lively spirit came out, and we saw how thoughtful and caring she was as well.  My mom loved the sessions they had together, sometimes I would join in, and we all enjoyed being together thoroughly. Michael is still driving the car that Darlene offered to sell us later, in which she drove many miles with those young boys; she often talked about the projects she was doing with them or plans for trips with them. We have all lost a lovely soul and will miss her.

Ruth, Zena, Michael, Rabia, Saaj, Mo and Aisha

Dear Bob, Wyatt and Connor,

My heart goes out to you during this time.  I know how much she loved her boys.  I will always cherish the memories I have of riding Gina, her horse, and Darlene's teaching me not only how to ride better, but how to take care of a horse.  The one day Gina got away and ran up the street while in my care, Darlene casually said (when I ran crying to the door) "What?  Did she run away?  Don't worry she likes carrots.  We'll get her."  Darlene was such a kind soul.  I will miss her infectious laugh and the snail mail letters she would send me, often with snippets about her boys.  I also appreciate Darlene for the passion she had for helping others, especially her patients.  What ever troubled her I wish I could have helped.  She will hold a special place in my heart.  My deepest sympathies, Christine Carr 

Darlene,

I am going to truly miss seeing your smiling face at work.  I want to thank you for always treating me like a human being and caring enough to ask me how I was doing.  I am going to miss working with you and exchanging stories about our growing boys.  You will always have a special place in my heart.

Love your friend always,

Yata

Please accept my most sincere condolences to the Beck, Sweet, and Anderson families.  I have been praying for you all, during this difficult time.  May God give you comfort and peace .          

Carol Zalutkozay   

To Darlene's family,

  I worked with Darlene  for many years at BMR, and always enjoyed her ready smile and laugh.  She was always fun to work with. She was very caring and compassionate with her patients and co-workers. She will be missed by everyone at BMR. My deepest sympathy at this difficult time. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Jill Meyers