How Did Greg Becks Die? Becks Florist Owner Cause of Death Explained
The fourth-generation owner of a long-standing local flower shop Gregory “Greg” V. Becks has passed away.
What Happened to Greg Becks?
Greg Becks passed away at the age of 67. Becks owned Becks Florist in East Peoria, according to the official obituary. He was preceded in death by his mother and his grandparents.
“Our family has been very blessed to do what we have done over the years,” says Greg’s younger brother Victor, who expresses appreciation for the staff for all they’ve done through it all. “There’s no doubt that Greg will be missed, but the fact that we have such an awesome team, things will continue on.”
In addition to his father, Bill Becks, Greg is survived by his soulmate and best friend, Mary Reynolds; daughter, Ash “Miss A” Reynolds; brother, Victor (Sue) Becks; and his cherished dog, Tala AKA Tally wacker. Greg also leaves behind his much-beloved staff.
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Greg Becks Cause of Death
On January 14, 2023, Gregory V. Becks, 67, of Pekin passed away at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
His cause of death has not been made public, but given that his passing was reported in the OSF St. Francis Medical Center Adult Heart Unit, he may have had cardiac problems.
A gathering of friends and family will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria. Memorial contributions may be made to OSF St. Francis Medical Center Adult Heart Unit.
Online condolences and tributes may be made at www.davison-fulton.com.
Greg Becks -Fourth-generation Florists
Greg was a fourth-generation florist and owner of Becks Florist, which has been in business since 1934. Through the business, he brought happiness and many smiles to others with his love of plants and flowers.
He graduated from Bradley University and was proud of his working relationship with them throughout the years. Greg was an integral part of the surrounding business community and treasured those relationships. He was kind and generous to many; his generosity often went unseen.
Greg enjoyed reading, building Legos, golfing, and spending time with his dog, Tala. He loved traveling with Mary and Ash and exploring the world as a family. Greg touched the lives of many, and his presence will be missed.
Becks about Busiest days of the year
Becks Florist owner Greg Becks says the holiday is one of their busiest single days of the year. Other busy holidays like Mother’s Day or Christmas span several days or weeks. On Friday, employees started working before 6 a.m. and preparations began to get flowers out the door and delivered across central Illinois.
“They can walk up to the door, there’s somebody there – ‘Is that for me?’ and that’s what it’s about,” said Becks. Many of the arrangements and orders have options for a variety of flowers with balloons, stuffed animals, or treats.
Adding to the rush of Valentine’s Day delivery was cold weather. It meant Becks had to add drivers to routes so they could alternate between being out in the cold. The weather also caused some districts to cancel school, which meant deliveries going to those schools needed a new drop-off location.