Obituary of Ronald Beck

Mr. Ronald A. Beck, age 53, of Fultonville, died unexpectedly on July 26, 2021.

Ronald was born June 22, 1968 in Gloversville, the son of Ronald and Alice Beck. He graduated from Gloversville High School, and after school he worked in news media for most of his life, especially the Leader Herald, the Gazette, the Amsterdam Recorder, and the Saratogian. Ronald also  devoted his time through the years to other various mills and companies. When Ronald wasn't at work, he enjoyed watching the New York Giants and NASCAR, going go-cart racing, and the company of his wife, Shelley, whom he married on July 7, 2012.

Ronald is survived by his parents, Ronald D. and Alice E. (Young) Beck; his wife, Shelley A. (Gibson) Beck; four step-children, Shannon (Stephen) Broffitt, Michael (Stacey) Hume, Rachelle (Don Blood) Hume, and Brandon (Jazzmyn Fuller) Hume; nine beautiful grandchildren; Several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his fur baby, Tanner.

Ronald will be remembered as a loving husband, son, step-dad, and grandfather. His family meant everything to him.

Ronald's family will receive relatives and friends from 9:30AM to 10:30AM, Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, 51 Fremont Street, Gloversville immediately followed at 10:30AM by a Sharing of Memories.

Interment will take place immediately following Ronald's services at the Bleecker Cemetery, Co. Hwy. 125, Bleecker, NY 12191.

Memorial contributions may be made in Ronald’s memory to an animal shelter of your choice.

Walrath and Stewart Funeral Home is honored to be caring for Ronald's family during this difficult time.

Online condolences may be left for Ron's family at www.brbsfuneral.com