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Cornelius J. Beck DDS Jr.

1952 - 2017

Cornelius J. Beck DDS Jr. obituary, 1952-2017, Pawleys Island, SC

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

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Wilds Funeral Home - Georgetown

130 N Merriman Rd.

Georgetown, South Carolina

Cornelius Beck Obituary

Dr. Cornelius Johnathan Beck, Jr. DDS passed away peacefully at home in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, on Sunday, October 21, 2017 where he was surrounded by many loved family members and friends.

Lovingly known as C.J., he was born in Atlanta, GA on September 29, 1952, the oldest of three sons from the union between Dr. Cornelius J. Beck, Sr. and Mrs. Esther Manigault Beck. His parents and a brother, Mark, preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Julianna Hines-Beck and two loving daughters, Ms. Cornelia J. Beck and Ms. Courtney J. Beck of Pawleys Island, SC; a brother, Kurt Beck of Atlantic Beach, SC; numerous other relatives, treasured friends, clients, and colleagues.

His memorial celebration will be held at Bethel A.M.E. Church located at 417 Broad Street, Georgetown, SC on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 12:00 noon. Arrangements are entrusted to Wilds Funeral Home, LLC.

Dr. Beck was a strong supporter of his Alma Mater, Meharry Medical School in Nashville, TN. The family wishes that in lieu of flowers donations may be made to Meharry Medical College 1005 Dr. D.B. Todd Jr. Blvd. Nashville, TN 37208

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Published by Georgetown Times on Oct. 25, 2017.

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Rick Wood

September 23, 2025

I had the pleasure of coaching Cornelius in basketball at Boylan-Haven-Mather Academy. He was a joy to coach. He is missed by many.

Ralph Williams

October 17, 2020

Cornelius Beck DDS, was the brother that everybody wanted to be like! I gladly acknowledge the caring heart that he possessed, may he rest in peace!

Gary Evans

March 9, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

JESSE WILLIAMS

October 18, 2019

We still miss you at the beach. Your vitality to our small section of the beachfront will never be forgotten by many of my family and medical buddies as we visited at my place over the past 15 years. Thanks for your fellowship.

Acquenetta Wheeler

October 30, 2017

I am so saddened to hear of CJs passing. We attended Fisk and Meharry together and our fathers was very close friends. My sincere condolences to the his family. I will honor his memory with a contribution to Meharry.

OCTAVIA WEATHERS

October 30, 2017

MY SINECERE SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO JULIE,CORNELIA,COURTNEY,KIRK AND THE ENTIRE BECK FAMILY. DR.BECK WAS THE FIRST DENTIST I WORKED FOR. HE TAUGHT ME EVERYTHING THAT I KNOW TODAY IN DENTISTRY. HE WILL BE MISSED....

Jesse F. Williams, MD, MPH

October 30, 2017

The Williams Family of 3107 South Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, SC offer our love and sympathy to the Beck Family. We will miss his bubbling personality as well as his mother and father's friendliness and hospitality as Beach neighbors. Our prayers are always with you as you celebrate C.J.'s life and legacy

Lynne Thomas

October 30, 2017

The Class of 1970 and Boylan Haven Mather Academy National Alumni, Camden, SC extend their sincere prayers and condolences to the Beck Family.

Rick Wood

October 30, 2017

My condolences to the Beck Family. Cornelius was one of my basketball players in high school at BHMA.

Gloria, Francine, & Azelyn Young

October 29, 2017

My family and will miss Dr. Beck so much. He was a kind and generous man. Prayers and thoughts for his family in this sad time.

Pansye Atkinson

October 29, 2017

To Cornelius' family - my deepest sympathy, with warm memories of long-past years.

Vinnie " Dabs" Dabney

October 29, 2017

I'd like to offer my deepest condolences and prayers to the family and loved ones of Cornelius "C.J. " Beck, my Frat brother, line brother and classmate from Eta Psi chapter Fisk University, Rest in Peace C.J........Vinnie " Dabs" Dabney

Dr. Vincent J. Price, DDS

October 29, 2017

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We send you thoughts of peace and courage. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about the loss of Dr. Cornelius J. Beck. Dr. Cornelius J. Beck was a dear friend and classmate at MeHarry Medical College School of Dentistry. Class of 1977.

Michael Elam

October 29, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family, frat, fellow Fiskites and friends that will miss my Line Brother CJ. He will forever remain an inspiration to us all.

Wallace E. Dinkins

October 27, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family. Beck, my classmate from BHMA.

Jennifer whitnauer

October 27, 2017

Love and prayers to the family!

Dr. W. Timothy Beckett, DDS

October 27, 2017

My sincere condolences go out to the family of Dr. C.J. Beck. C.J. was a golden son of Fisk University, my brother in Omega Psi Phi, and my mentor at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. My heartfelt prayers are with you.

Barbara Bara

October 27, 2017

Generous and compassionate, he cared about his fellow man. He will be sorely missed.

Ralph Williams

October 27, 2017

God Bless your soul,and your family for your kindness here on earth!RIP!

Cora Taylor

October 26, 2017

My sympathies to the family

October 26, 2017

Dr. Beck epitomized selfless giving. He truly put others before himself.

May his memory be eternal!

God's Peace!!!

J P McLean

Richard Williams

October 25, 2017

RIP Cousin

Christopher Lipscombe

October 25, 2017

CJ Beck

My condolences to CJ's family. CJ was a member of my Fisk Class of 1974 - we have very fond memories of CJ at Fisk - he was kind and goodhearted - we will miss him - love and peace.

Rahqiya P. Dorsey

October 25, 2017

My heart is saddened to hear this. Our family sends condolences and prayers. May God strengthen you all during this difficult time and days to come.

Alice Conboy

October 25, 2017

Dr Beck you were one of the kindest and caring doctors I have ever met. I will miss that awesome laugh you had. You promised you would not leave me until you finished working on my teeth but, I guess God needed you now. My condolences to your family and just know you were one of a kind and will be greatly missed. RIP

Michelle Meeker

October 25, 2017

Praying for the family and that your loving memories guide and strengthen you during this difficult time. God Bless.

Catherine Ford

October 25, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

George Cooper

October 24, 2017

Dr. C. J. Beck was one of the best of us. He lived a life of service. He cared for people in their times of pain and need. He was a good friend to have; fun and good times accompanied him wherever he went. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, fellow Fisk Alumni, and his Fraternity Brothers of Omega Psi Phi. We Omegas pledge hard and demand excellence. C.J. beck lived up to that 13-Eta Psi-71 is a Tall Tree in Omega's forrest that has fallen. Rest now with the Almighty Supreme Basileus of the Universe in your new home chapter, Omega!

Shirley Blake and Family

October 24, 2017

Your loss have sadden my heart I will truly miss you

Tank Winston

October 24, 2017

My heartfelt and sincere condolences to the daughters and family of my dear friend, frat brother and alum! May the Lord comfort and bless you! Amen

Harold Underwood

October 24, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Including one of my best friends Kurt.

Lucille Bone

October 24, 2017

So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for the family.

Lucille Bone

October 24, 2017

Dr. Beck was a wonderful person. He had a heart of gold. Always helping someone. Never expecting anything in return.
We should all strive to have the
heart that he had.
Prayers for his family.

Marcy Robb

October 24, 2017

Thank you for being a kind,generous and loving man, a second dad to my daughter . Your family always treated her with love and respect and I will always be thankful to you and your family. Rest easy, no more pain.

Yolanda Elmore

October 23, 2017

I'm sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Beck he was a very wonderful man an he will be missed. He has know my family for years ever since I was a little girl. He will be missed by my family tremendously may his soul rest in peace

Christy Yates

October 23, 2017

One of the best men I have every known. He would do for any and everyone and not expect anything in return. His death has left an emptiness I can't explain but I know he is in a better place and has found comfort. Love always Christy

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