On February 12th, 2026 Pastor Franklin Randolph Beck peacefully passed, whilst loved ones sung hymns at the Health Sciences Centre, after an unexpected struggle with heart failure at 80 years of age.
Born in Spencer’s Cove, Placentia Bay to Heber and Dorcas Beck on June 23rd, 1945, Frank still identified as a “West-Coast Man”. He soon moved to Corner Brook, where he spent most of his younger years before moving to St John’s as a young adult. In 1975, he felt a spiritual calling to study to work in the ministry full-time. He moved to Ontario to attend Eastern Pentecostal Bible College where he graduated in 1978. While there he met his soulmate, Diane. They married in 1979 after what he always described as love at first sight. Pastor Beck and his wife served 43 years in eight different communities across Newfoundland. He then retired to the beautiful town of Arnold’s Cove.
Having spent many of his younger days fishing, hiking and swimming – he loved every opportunity to be outside until his last days in this world. He was known for his curiosity about a range of topics, especially in relation to historical knowledge. While not a devoted fan of any particular team, or sport, he enjoyed following sports-related news and would be especially enthusiastic when discussing the intricacies of a soccer game. He loved the ocean. He loved reading. He loved making jokes. Always, he was the man who wanted to stop for a chat with anyone – and everyone; he will be cherished for his charisma, his sense of humour, and his genuine love of people.
Frank leaves behind his beloved wife, and best friend (Diane) as well as their only child (Lori), who are missing him terribly. One of his life’s favourite moments were times spent travelling to visit his daughter in England, where she resides with her husband Ben – Frank’s true favourite child – and their two children (Este and Onyx) whom he adored. In his last few days, he often expressed how much he wished that he could hug them one last time. Frank leaves behind many family and friends, all of whom will remember his gently energetic demeanour.
Visitation to take place from 7-9pm on the 14th of February 2026 at Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Arnold’s Cove. His funeral service will take place on the 15th of February, 2026 at 2pm – Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Arnold’s Cove. With interment to follow at the Interfaith Cemetery Arnold’s Cove.
Many thanks to the incredible staff at both G.B.Cross Memorial Hospital, as well as the Health Sciences Centre for providing not only the very best professional care, but doing so with so much compassion and empathy throughout this incredibly difficult time.
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