Peter Beck Obituary

I visited Folly Beach for the first time over the Easter weekend 2024. I took my grandchildren to Pirates Cove Park and saw the plaque dedicating the park to Peter Beck. I wanted to know more about him so I came to this site. His boys would be long since grown by now and I hope they bring their children to this lovely park that their grandfather had a hand in creating. It sounds like your community suffered a terrible loss.

I am very sorry to have read of this death. The Scholl family will keep you all in prayer. Family is so important to all of us I remember Peter's grandmother Eleanor Scholl Sinclair she was the sister of my father inlaw Lawrence Scholl

I only just learned of Peter's passing a few moments ago, when I opened up my just-delivered Gazette. I was shocked to see his name in the obituaries and express my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Peter was, indeed, a wonderfully good guy (I was a fellow Class of 1989 PENN classmate). If you have any additional information on Peter's most recent years, I would be grateful for learning more about him before you lost him earlier this year.

Sincerely,

Rob Nigro
MAJ, U.S. Army

My deepest condolences to Peter's family. Peter was our dear friend and leader in college. He was all class, and I cherish his memory.

Dear Laura,



I am a former law school classmate of Peter's.

I grew up and now live in Beaufort. Peter and I had much in common, including a love of the Lowcountry, the water and sports.



There are two things unique to Peter which I will always cherish: his wonderful smile and his sincere compassion for others.



I am also a father of two sons (Lawton and Luke, ages 10 and 7). We spend a lot of time on the Beaufort River. If you and the boys are ever in Beaufort, please look me up. I would love to get together, maybe go fishing, crabbing or just go for a boat ride.



Their Daddy (and your husband) was very, very special.



Our prayers are with you all.



Sincerely,



Frampton Harper

Dear Laura:



I am so sadden and shocked to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your boys. Peter had a beautiful spirit. I think of him often and will always remember his clever way with words, jaunty walk, and million watt smile.

Laura, I am so saddened about Peter and I have thought about him and you every day since I heard the news last week. I remember getting big hugs from yall at Hawke's memorial at Bert's when I was going through the shock and pain myself. That was my last hug from Peter and it was healing for me that you both were there. I know how much pain you must be in and send my love and my best hug awaits when I get the chance to see you again. Peter was one of my favorite people in high school and I remember him as a sensitive sweet soul who reached out to people with kindness. Know that so many others are grieving this loss with you. I will never forget him.

Laura: so deeply sorry for your loss and for the boys. Peter was one of my favorite people, I tried to emulate him at times, but he was just too unique. Peter picked me, out of a stack of resumes to work with him. I'll never forget that. He was brilliant and I enjoyed working with him - his mind always came up with the best ideas to solve a problem ... he was beautiful that way.

Laura - I'm another of Peter's high school classmates whom you haven't met. Like others who have written, I have fond memories of Peter as both a classmate and a soccer teammate - plus an enduring image of him walking around P-G wearing a bow tie with aplomb, something most of us didn't dare try. Although I left Charleston literally the day after our 1985 graduation and did not have a chance to continue the relationship, Peter will forever be a part of fond memories of growing up in the Lowcountry and going to P-G. You and your children are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan & Laura

We just heard - condolences to you in the loss of your brother and husband. Peter was my nephew as well. The Lord moves in mysterious ways and have faith, despite the pain now, that He has better plans for Peter as he joins my brother, Werner Peter Beck, MD. Have faith and best wishes

Aunt Ingrid

We are deeply saddened to hear of this enormous loss.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Love

Marjory and Peter Wentworth

I was a classmate and teammate of Peter's at Porter-Gaud. He was a good friend and a great sport, and I will miss him. My deepest sympathies to you and the children.

Peter was an outstanding man, a natural leader and a person to emulate. He will be missed by all.



TKO



Jason Henthorne

LAURA, I JUST HEARD OF YOUR DIFFICULT LOSS AND CANNOT GET YOU, YOUR SONS AND FAMILIES OUT OF MY MIND. I KNEW PETER IN HIGH SCHOOL AND HE WAS SUCH A GEM. I CAN RELATE TO HOW YOU MIGHT BE FEELING AS I TOO LOST MY MOM SUDDENLY AND TRAGICALLY IN 1998. AS A MOTHER OF TWO SONS LIKE YOU, I AM PRAYING FOR YOU TO FIND PEACE WITH THEM. I KNOW YOU WILL HEAR IT A LOT BUT I CAN PROMISE YOU WITH TIME, LOVE AND FAITH, YOUR PAIN WILL DIMINISH GREATLY AT SOME POINT IN YOUR FUTURE. I KNOW YOU DON'T KNOW ME BUT IF YOU EVER NEED AN UNBIASED EAR TO LISTEN, TO GO HAVE A CUP OF COFFEE OR ANYTHING AT ALL, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL ME AT 814-6198. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL, CHRISTY

It is with great sadness that I learn of Peter's passing. Many of my fondest memories at Penn involve Peter and I feel fortunate to have know him. My deepest condolences to his family.

I was extremely saddened to hear of Peter's passing. I was fortunate enough to meet him when I participated in the Charleston Surfrider Foundation's Art Show over the summer at the Lost Dog. He was extremely friendly and I wish I could have got to know him alittle better. My thoughts are with his family.

Broad Street has lost it's brightest light!

I knew Peter while we were in highschool and will always remember his warm smile. I am so sorry for your loss. You continue to be in my prayers.

Laura,



I was deeply saddened to hear about Peter's passing earlier this month.

News of your fledgling family's loss hit me particularly hard, as it brought back memories from my own childhood, when my father suddenly passed away at the age of 35, leaving my mother alone with 3 boys, ages 5,4 & 1. The last time I saw you and Peter was at the The Black Baud Stadium during a Charleston Battery soccer game a few years ago. You were walking the perimeter of the field, arm in arm, and I could tell that you two were very much in love. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in your time of mourning & may God bless you and your children.

Peter was a good friend of mine at the University of Pennsylvania. He was a very special person. I wish his family and all his friends all the very best.

To Laura and the rest of Peter's family: I'm terribly sorry. I did not know Peter at all, but I learned of his death from a co-worker and I spent Sunday reading about his passion for surfing and the sea.



May you all find some peace as the pain subsides, however slowly. My heartfelt sympathy to your whole family.



Best,

John Hearn

Dear Laura,

You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily. God bless all of you at this time. Take care.



Caroline (Hairston) Watson

My deepest sympathy to Peter’s family. I had the pleasure of surfing with him in Hawaii. He had a lot of style in and out of the water. That is how I will remember him.

Family and friends: I regret that I didn't know Peter as an adult. But remembering all the circumstances, people and places that knit together my childhood, teen and early adult years, Peter was a thread of sweetness and goodness. So were you, Laura. And it is clear that he loved his life. I wish I could offer something useful or helpful. Until I find that thing, please know that you have my most sincere sympathy.

Dearest Jean, Laura,Vickie and Susan,please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. we are so sorry for the loss of our dear nephew Peter. Kathy and Bob

We were so sad to hear the news. Peter was the epitomy of kindness. He and Laura were so welcoming and supportive of us when we moved there and met through Surfrider. We feel so lucky to have had the chance to have known Peter. He truely made a positive change in our lives and we hope to pass that kind spirit on to others. We are thinking about you Laura, and sending our love to you and the kids from up north.

Dear Laura,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura,



Peter's genuine smile and the true warmth he always showed toward his family and freinds will not only live on with all of us in our memories, it remains in all of us as an actual feeling and emotional connection. It is one of the important legacies left behind by a wonderful person.



Peter's unique influence upon us and upon how we look at the world is permanent, and we are all grateful to him for it.

Family of Peter Beck,



We wish to send our love and prayer support for the family. We only knew Peter as a young boy and loved him so much. Our sons, Ron and Mitch, lived across the street from Beck Family in Summerville. Ron and Peter were good friends. We still have wonderful memories of Peter and the family.

Our sincere condolences,

Glenn Payne Family

Dear Laura:

Thingss happen that make no sense and leave us broken hearted. I am sory for your loss. Know that you are in my prayers.

Laura, I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your children. I knew Peter while growing up in Charleston and lost contact after high school. He was such a great guy and I know he will be deeply missed by all. I will keep your family in my prayers.

I am a friend of Peter's uncle, Mendel Smoak, and a fellow Marylander. My condolences to your family. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Dear Laura, boys, Jean, Vickie, Suzie and families,



I was saddened to learn of Peter's death from the Schwerins. You all are holding a very special place in my thoughts and prayers. What a sad time for you all.



I have found memories of our families connection in Charleston and Cumberland. I'm sorry that I didn't know Peter as an adult, but I know he was very special and will be missed by everyone.



God bless you and know I hold you all close in my heart and prayers.



Much love,



Ann

My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.

Dear Laurie, The Becks, and the Dukes,

Only today did I hear about your tragic loss. I am praying that God will give you the strength you need to get through this very difficult time. I would have been there yesterday if I had known, but please know that I love you and am here if there is anything I can do to help you at this time.

Peter's family touched my family's life more than he ever knew. His father was a wonderful doctor to my grandmother and both of my parents. Over the years I would hear news of Peter through that roundabout connection. I remember him in high school as a kind and good young man. My family will have Peter and your whole family in our prayers.

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family. Peter was a great guy. He will be missed. Sincerely, Will and Lisa

Peter was a lawyer's lawyer, a gentleman and a gentle man. His life was a rare, exquisite combination of passion and compassion. Our hearts ache for Laura, for all of Peter's family and for his legion of devoted friends.

Laura,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Our hearts ache for Peter and his family. Peter was a great friend to our son Kevin. We did not know Peter well but we always enjoyed hearing Kevins wonderful stories of Peter. He was an inspiration to our son and will be sadly missed.

I'm sending my love and thoughts to Peter's family and friends. Peter was a wonderful soul. Please accept my sympathies for your loss.

My deepest sympathy to Peter's family in this time of sorrow. His incredible smile and his efforts here on earth will forever be remembered.

To the Beck family: I worked for several years with Peter at the Solicitor's Office. He was truly a kind soul and a good friend. His passing is everyone's loss. You are in my prayers.

I extend my prayers of strength and love to all of Peter's family and friends. I got to know Peter through the Surfrider foundation and he helped me while I prepared for the Habitat Paddle. I am paddling again this year in August and I will be dedicating my effort in Peter's memory. He will continue to be an inspiration in this world and his incredible smile will always be with us.

Dear Laura,



My deepest sympathies to you and your family. When I worked at Buist Moore, often I would see Peter walking on Broad Street. He always had a vibrant smile and kind things to say. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Deepest sympathies for your family's loss. Peter was a law school classmate and good friend during that time. We lost contact after school but I always tried to keep up with him through mutual friends and will remember the times we shared in school very fondly.

I want to extend to Peter's family my deepest sympathies. I only knew Peter through the Morris Island Coalition. But he was always an inspiration. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Peter's family and friends. Pat Luck

Much love to the Beck family for this great loss. Peter was a good friend to us and we will miss him dearly.

Our heartfelt sympathies to Laura, their sons, to Jean, Vickie and Susan and their families. Peter was a joy, a ray of sunshine, and gave us sweet memories. May God enfold you with his comfort. Love, Mike and Janet

Susie, Vickie, and Laura-

My deepest sympathy for you all in this time of shock and sadness. Peter's passion for fairness and the environment are a great legacy and inspiration to all whose lives he touched. May you all find peace.

With love- Kat

I am currently a second-year law student at the Charleston School of Law and also met Peter through the Surfrider Foundation. When I had my doubts early on in law school, I looked to Peter, although I did not know him particularly well, as an example of a life in balance. His positive energy, passion for surfing, love of the environment, and overall leadership was inspiring and represented the sort of life I desired to live in Charleston. It's amazing how one can come to learn so much about another's personality simply by seeing them smile... My thoughts go out to the Beck family, I hope your love for one another only grows stronger during these difficult times.

I will always remember Peter as a great childhood friend -- a warm and genuine soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys Laura, and with Peter's family. Peace to all of you.

On behalf of the members of the Morris Island Coalition, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Peter's family. Peter was a valued member of our organization, and as the Charleston Surfrider Foundation's representative, he played an important role in the fight to save Morris Island from development. His hard work was instrumental in the recent purchase of the island for preservation.



We will miss Peter, and we will forever remember his leadership, his enthusiasm, and the smile that lit up every room he entered.



Nora Kravec

Morris Island Coalition

I first became friends with Peter in about 6th grade. we remained friends through high school and lost touch over the college years. I always admired his bright smile and his quick wit. I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to his family.

Peter was a natural leader and trusted friend to his fraternity brethren. His gregariousness and awareness of others fostered an environment of respect and fun. We were enriched by his presence, and he shall forever figure prominently in our fondest recollections.

Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the families. Peter was a friend to all who knew him and a true credit to his profession. He will be sorely missed by those who knew and worked with him. Wishing you God's peace. Leon & Anne

On behalf of all involved with last summer’s Habitat Paddle to Build in South Carolina, I express my deepest sympathies to the Beck family and the Charleston Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. Peter’s willingness to open up his home and his heart in the name of a good cause is a model to follow.

Laura,

Please accept my deepest sympathy for you and your family with this terrible tragedy. My thoughts are with you.

-Celeste

Friends in high school-I will always think of Peter's big smile when remembering him. Laura, please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.

Laura and family,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Please let us know if you need anything at all. Peter will be missed.



The Prause family

Dear Laura,

You have my deepest sympathy. Please let me know if I may be of any assistance.

Laura, My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Richie

My deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. I met Peter through Surfrider and was lucky enough to become his friend. We will all miss him. We were all better for having known him.

My husband Bennett and I send our condolences. I first met Peter after he moved to Charleston. He was a great guy then and has clearly made a tremendous contribution to the community and a positive impact on those who knew him. With deepest sympathy-Becky & Bennett

i'll always remember his smile and friendliness to a newcomer to town.

a great guy,and a huge loss

to the community.

his boys can be proud, always.

Laura,

My wife and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers, and we pray that God will grant you and your family peace and comfort. We will all miss Peter.

Laura- My sympathies are with you and your family.

I wish to express my very deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Peter. Peter has always held a very special place in my heart and I cannot express how very sad I am. The world has lost a truly special soul. I remember the first time I ever saw him .... I can still see his handsome face smiling broadly in the teen nightclub we all frequented as teenagers. Red VW Karman Gias, Raymond Carver, The Clash, Cat Stevens, The Philadelphia Flyers, John Prine, Oyster parties, Dixie Chicken, Sullivan's Island ...... so many things bring smiles to my face and remind me of Peter. May his wife and children and the rest of his family know that he brought so much joy and happiness to so many others ...some that they may not ever know or see but that loved him just the same.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura and Family:



Our deepest sympathies on your loss, It was an honor to work with Peter over the last couple of years and I learned a great deal from him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Brian and Christie Cornwell

My prayers and thoughts are with you. I cannot express the sorrow that I feel, just know that God is there for you and will wrap you in his love and warmth. Love, Maudetta

Laura and Family,

I was most distressed to learn of Peter's death. I'm in Tennessee for my father's funeral. If I don't make it back for Peter's services, know that my thoughts are with you. I appreciate all he did with Surfrider and CCL.

My condolonces.

Katherine Lundy

Dear Laura,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences over your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I went to high school with Peter - had several classes with him and played soccer with him. I always appreciated his friendliness and positive attitude.

We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give. -- Winston Churchill

We will miss you Peter. That big smile was a joy to see. My prayers are with your family and friends.

Laura & Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Peter will be greatly missed by his friends, surfing buddies, and fellow members of the Charleston Bar. He was a kind and gentle person with a warm smile, as well as a great organizer and leader. I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to Laura and their boys, and to their entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. With love and best wishes to you, ~Matt Hamrick

Laura, my wife and I extend our deepest sympathy in your loss.

Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I first met Peter when we worked together at the Solicitor's Office and continued to enjoy his company in the water. He was a fine lawyer and a fine surfer. I am sure he was a wonderful husband and loving father and his absence diminishes us all.