Dr. Mark Beckerman
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

"Dear Barb, Holly and Sara,He was our friend, neighbor, physician and just a great guy. He always made time for everyone and had a special gift for insight, humor and kindness. We will miss him. Deepest sympathy for your loss, The Spradley's "

"Dr. Beckerman was our family doctor for more than 20 years. He was competent and caring, and in the end courageous and cheerful. An amazing man who will be missed."

"It was with great sadness when I read the news about Dr. Beckerman. I am a nurse at Carmel Care Center and would observe his genuine compassion and care for the patients that he had there. Despite being in a wheelchair he was always helpful, pleasant , and patient whenever we had to call on him. He will be missed."

" Dear Barbara, Dear Holly and Dear Sarah,We, all three, would like to be with you in those were difficult moments. We remember Mark as a good man, a good father and a good doctor. I, personnally, remember the time I was in US, when Mark, despite his wheelchair came other lockfield gardens to pick me up for spending some time with your family. If, we can help you just tell us what to do.We are going to be with you (in spirit), especially on monday the 12th. We will miss him."

"In January of 1989 my 1 month old daughter had a rash that would not go away, so she made an appointment to see Dr Beckerman (since our regular doctor was not available) While wating to see the doctor our daughter had a siezure and turned blue. Dr. Beckerman applied CPR and attended to her until the ambulance arrived to take her to the hospital. I do not know if he ever told anyone about this because when we tried to thank him he acted like it was not a big deal. Well let me assure you it was a big deal. Our daughter is a healthy happy college student today. The Lord must have needed a great doctor, becuase he sure has one now."

"One of my most favorite memories is when you opened your home to me and my daughter for the Passover dinner. We speak of the experience to this day. I also loved the way Mark expressed his undying love to you, Barb, by the wonderful surprise 50th Birthday Party he threw for you at "Something Different". I felt so honored to be included. Barb, if you or your girls ever need me you know where I am. With much love and prayerful thoughts, Dian"

"We met Mark and Barb when they first moved into the neighborhood. Not long after that my Dr. retired, so we began seeing Mark. What a great move that was. Mark and his great staff, have been responsible for me still being alive in more than one instance. His diagnosis on several instances were right on. He made it easy to discuss your problems, whether they be about your health or family. I know that Marcia, Scott and Jody along with myself will miss Mark, for not just being the best Dr. we ever had, but also a great neighbor and friend.Our thoughts and Prayers are with Barb and the girls."

"One bad winter...Mark was still in the Army, I'll never forget seeing the big *MASH* ambulance pull up across the street so Mark could get to work. There are also countless stories of Mark stitching up either his dog Abe or a nieghborhood kid. Me included. "

"Dr. B. was one the kindest and gentle men I have ever known. He diagnosed and cured my brother of Legionnaire's disease when he was 17 years old. He was not our doctor at the time but after that he became our "family" doctor because he has treated almost every member of my family. He and his staff were there for all of us after we lost my Mother in a car accident. Dr. B. always had a smile and he talked with you and he listened to you. I know I've been blessed because Dr. B. was a part of my life. Mrs. Beckerman, Holly and Sarah THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER WITH US. I AM PRAYING THE LORD COMFORTS ALL OF YOU!!! "

"Dear Barb, Holly, and Sarah,I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. He was gentle, and kind. When my husband Norman Glanzman M.D. was also ill, he would stop in the hospital and listen attentively. He was so optimistic, and heroic about his situation. My husband admired and respected him to the inth degree. When you lose someone you love, please always remember to celebrate their life, and remember the words of Abraham Linoln "Live a good life, and in the end, it's not the years in a life, but the life in the years." Those words helped me tremendously. His life was not long enough, but had tremendous meaning, and he filled it with good.I am sorry for the loss of your husband, and dad.Marlene Glanzman Jacobs"

"We have been Dr. Beckerman's patients since we first moved here in 1991. He made such an impression on us the first time we met him and he never ceased to amaze us. We had such confidence in him. He was a very caring, kind, and gentle person and the best doctor we have ever had. We don't think he really knew what an impression he was leaving with every footstep he took. He was more than a doctor, he was truly every patients friend. He will surely be missed and no one will ever be able to fill his shoes. Our deepest sympathy at this time to you and your family. Take consolation in knowing what he meant to so many and what a legacy he is leaving here on earth. There are no words that can truly express how we felt about him. Dr. Beckerman, we will miss you and we will never forget you. Thank you for all you did for us. May you rest in peace."

"Dear Mrs. Beckerman, Holly and Sarah,Dr. Beckerman was our son, Gregory Clifford's doctor for 14 years. Greg had MS and Mark was a wonderful, caring, remarkable doctor. His care, his practical approach to Greg's care and our participation in it trulymade the ordeal of Greg's illness bearable for all of us.He treated Greg as an individual (even thou he could no longer talk), not as a patient or a disease. We loved him dearly. How often we talked or joked around Greg's hospital bed with him. We were so sad to see his healthdecline and often prayed for him. He was very special."

"Dear Mrs. Beckerman, Holly, and SarahPlease let me add my deepest condolences on the loss of your Husband and Father. He was an exemplary man and a supremely caring physician.I first met Mark when he was a Dr. at FBH. He told me he was going to practice in Carmel, and my wife Alice and I became his patients until 2003. He was skillful in his treatment practices and was caring and compassionate. He helped Alice greatly in her cancer fight even though he was also afflicted. It was a great pleasure knowing and being treated by Mark- a true gentleman and superb medical practioner.May time, fond rememberances, and the promise in John 3:16 bring you comfort at this trying time and in the future."

"A good man, a good doctor"

"Mark was a trusted physician and I'd like to think, friend. He treated his patients with respect and true concern. His heart was much bigger than his circumstances. I never saw him down, he was always picking others up. He was a very special person and I will miss him."

"Dear Barb, Holly, and Sarah,I have very fond memories of the Thanksgiving's spent at Bill and Pam's house with all of you. How wonderful that because of those times, all of us over here - now have great memories of Mark's smile, his positive outlook, and the wonderful sound of his laughter. When I think of him, I can't help but remember how much he loved the chocolate pie from Der Dutchman! What a blessing to have spent those holidays together with all of you. God Bless you Barb & girls. We be praying for all of you and thinking of you in the coming days. "

"I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Beckerman a few months ago while visiting my Aunt in Indianapolis. My Aunt was a patient of his for many years and I felt hononored to meet this brave and wonderful man who she thought so much of. My prayers are with his family. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. He is now with our wonderful savior and you shall one day see him again. God bless you all."

"Dr. Beckerman was a uniquely qualified and gifted physician and a rare human being.We shall miss his smile and his ability to communicate with and to dispense sage medical advice to his grateful patients.We feel extremely fortunate to have known him and to have been part of his practice since his days with Dr. Nolan"

"Dear Barb, Holly, and Sarah,We were so sad to hear of Mark"

"Dr. Beckerman was a great person and an exceptional doctor. He was our family doctor since the early 90's and always went out of his way for his patients even as he battled his own health issues. He was a friend to our family and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. "

"I was a patient of Dr. Beckermans from the time he took over Dr. Nolans practice until I moved 2 years ago. In fact, my husband, 3 kids and my dad were all his patients. In that time he not only was an excellent doctor but a friend as well. He was definitely a one of a kind doctor who was kind, caring, funny and just all around a great person. I am so thankful to have known him for the many years that I did. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Beckerman will be greatly missed by all!! "

"Mark cared our family so kindly when we were in US. We all will miss him."

"Dear Beckerman Family:While we only met Mark once or twice throughout the years, we were always aware of what a kind and loving person he was and how courageous he had been throught his difficult struggle. Our sincere condolences in this time of grief."

"Dr. Beckerman was a joy to work with and watch in action. We will miss him greatly.Love, Steve, Daryl, Laura, and Crystal Farrington"

"Dr. Beckerman was the best doctor in the whole world. He was the only doctor who had the touch of magic to make you well again. I hope that I can be half as good of a doctor as he was. We will miss him soooooooooooo much. Sincerely,The Duca Family"

"to a true friend and wonderful Doc."

"To the Beckerman Family,You will be in out thoughts and prayers."

"Dear Barb, Holly & Sarah;During this time of grief and tears, I would like to be a voice of celebration. Mark truly was one of Jesus's workers with extra wit and spunk. Even though he & I were the same age, he would take on a big brother style with me. To say he was my doctor would minimize who he really was for me. He played many roles in my life. He had a wonderful sense of humor & acceptance of the challenges the Lord put before us. It was wonderful to be in the office with the kidding that went on among him, Linda & Nancy. I didn't forget I was ill but it sure helped to be in such good company. My daughter went to school with Holly starting together @ Carmel Elem. We all partook in activities night and would update each other on the successes and obstacles both our daughters went through. We are both parents of two girls. Needless to say, Mark demonstrated his devotion to you girls and also spoke about how you, Barb, were such an essential piece of his dealing with his cancer. He hung in there for all of you until the Lord demanded his presence with Him. In my last visit with Mark, with kindness and humor he stated, "we are just both gimps JoEllen and we will do the best we can." Now you may not think that was encouraging, but the truth is we both laughed about our reality and our decision to accept what the Lord had dealt us. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he is out of his wheelchair and standing in a GREAT place. Replay the fond memories until you reunite with him again. Rejoice in his life and cry at your lose, but always remember he is in a better place and it those of us left behind that are hurting. He is hurting no longer and can finally rest in the loving embrace of our Lord. God BlessJoEllen Kennedy "

"I loved Dr. Beckerman. He was my physician and friend for 20 years, he delivered my youngest daughter and never wavered in his support for me and my family. God blessed my life with this wonderful man, may God bless you in the your time of grief. My prayers will be with you in the days to come. "

"Dr. Beckerman and his staff took over the medical care for my mother (Blanche Kraus and my Aunt Dorothy Abraham). What a great comfort knowing their medical care was always the most caring, positive, professional and attentive by Dr. Beckerman. It was so nice to be able to just sit and speak freely regarding their medical concerns. His staff was like family. God Bless his family with loving memories of a Great Dr."

"Condolences to the Beckerman Family. Dr. Beckerman was more than just a Dr.--He gave time and showed compassion and truly cared about his patients. I will surely miss him, as no one can take his place. I am thankful for having known him."

"We were sharing our memories of Mark while @Connor prairie concerts. Our deepert sympathy to youand girls. "

"i WILL REALLY MISS DR. BECKERMAN. HE WAS A VERYKIND AND CARING DOCTOR. I WAS A PATIENT OF HISAFTER DR. NOLAN'S DEATH. HE WILL BE GREATLYMISSED. ALL MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND HIS COLLEAGUES."

"My mother was one of Dr. Beckerman's patient when he first came to Carmel. The last few years of her life were not very easy but Dr. Beckerman and his staff always were so kind and made her feel so special. I was so grateful for that. When our own family doctor retired, I knew immediatly who I wanted to treat my family. That was over seventeen years ago. We could not have had a better friend or doctor. In the last few years, many times we would be together in the office. He always seem to enjoy seeing us because he said we made him laugh.I will truly miss him.To his family, please know that he was such a great person and my prayers are with you all."

"Dr. Beckerman was my physician from the time of Dr. Nolin's death until he could no longer practice this fall. Even when he was suffering from cancer, he always thought of his patient's health first. Dr. Beckerman was a wonderful man, an excellent doctor and a good friend. He will certainly be missed by all his patients and friends. My deepest sympathy to his family. Sincerely,Neal Randall"

"Dear Beckerman Family,It's amazing how different times and events bring people together. We remember fondly all of you, your warmth, sincereity and friendship. Our ( my families) hearts and prayers will be with you now and in the future as you struggle through lifes down and ups. Love and payers are with you.Love Karen Duffy"

"To the Beckerman's,You are in our thoughts and prayers!! The city of Carmel has lost a wonderful doctor but Heaven has gained a wonderful angel!!! When Dr. Beckerman took over for Dr. Nolan we weren't sure if he would be able to fill his shoes, but he certainly did and then some!!!! Dr. Beckerman always asked how everyone was took as much time as we needed to answer all our questions and reassure us if we needed it. He took care of my brother, Bill, even when he knew he didn't have insurance. My mom's best memory of Dr Beckerman was when she went to see him for a followup after being released from the hospital after having a heart attack. He gave her a hard time (jokingly) about listening to him 2 years ago to get on high blood pressure medicine. He never made you feel like you weren't important. Everyone was made to feel like an extended part of his family.We will always be grateful for knowing him and to you, his family, for sharing him with all of us. He was WONDERFUL and is his family! God bless you!!!"

"How appropriate that Mark is recalled by so many as a beloved doctor. I recall Mark"

"To the Beckerman family:It was with sad hearts that my mother (Emma Corabi) and I learned of Dr. Beckerman's passing. Dr. Beckerman was a deeply caring physician to my father Gabriel when he was living and continued to care for my mother until he recently gave up his practice. He will be remembered as a rare individual in his field and one who nourished the souls of his patients as well as tending to their medical needs. We feel blessed to have know Dr. Beckerman and extend our deepest sympathy to the family."

"Dear Barb, Holly, and Sarah,It has truly been a joy knowing Mark these past 20 years and more. From countless Rheumatology picnics to sightseeing in Norway to manning the grill at our wedding rehearsal dinner, from babysitting his girls to introducing him to our own little girl, we have been blessed to have so many wonderful memories of Mark. We shall always remember his smile, his sense of humor, his passion for medicine and all those he cared for, and above all, his tremendous love for the three of you. He was a great man, who will be sorely missed but never forgotten. Know that you remain in our thoughts and prayers, now and in the months to come."

"To the family of Dr. BeckermanMy sincere condolences to the family in the loss of your husband and father.I moved to Carmel 20+ years ago and found Dr. Beckerman. In that time, I grew to know him as a wonderful doctor, always friendly, concerned, caring and very thorough in my health needs. Shortly after I met Dr. Mark, I had an appendix attack. I called his office even though it was after hours. Shortly I received a call from him and he said to get to the emergency room. He met me there, got a surgeon that he said "he would have if it was him needing surgery", and stayed late into the night until I was out of surgery. What a wonderful doctor and friend he was. I will miss him greatly.My prayers will be with the family in the days to come.Donna Krueger"

"Dear Sarah, Holly, and Barb, I know that Mark was so devoted to you and that he loved you all deeply. What great family memories you have! Through this rough time of illness, you have each done your best to contribute to his comfort and peace. How fortunate we, too, are to have had him as our physician. He has brought us through many tough times as he used his highly developed skills combined with his marvelously developed art of healing. One time, our Elizabeth turned orange. When we took her to see Dr. Beckerman, he was a little puzzled and referred to a medical text. He took me out in the hall and showed me a couple of options, one of which was cancer. He knew me well enough to say, "

"I just learned of Mark's passing and was so moved by the many tributes written here. I went to school with Mark from elementary through high school back in Ohio and I remember him as a sweet boy with a kind and gentle soul. What a wonderful man he became and how beloved by so many. Please know that he touched so many lives, more than you can imagine. I am so sorry for your loss."

"Dr. Beckerman took care of us and my dad when Dr. Nolan passed. We loved him so much. He had such a passion for people - he listened and really wanted to know about your problems. He helped me through cancer in 2002. Then my dad was diagnosed with cancer in 2003 and passed away in 2004. Dr. Beckerman was really the only doctor my dad ever trusted and at my dad's funeral showing, I was not surprised to see Dr. Beckerman appear, wheelchair and all, with the help of one of his wonderful nurses. We will definitely miss him and know many, many other people are also broken hearted. My deepest sympathies go out to Mrs. Beckerman and his two daughters, whom he loved so much and were very proud of."

"Dr. Beckerman was my family doctor throughout my childhood. He was a helpful presence for me, my mother, my brother and my sister. I even had the chance to observe Barbara for several weeks one summer in high school in the lab. Even after my graduation and move to Denver, I could call Dr. Beckerman for a question or need when I didn't have a physician established. I knew Holly and Sarah in high school and my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.Rarely do we get to encounter such selfless, devoted and kind people in this world. He will be remembered with great affection."

"The children of the late Jack and Janet Edwards send best wishes, thoughts and prayers to the family of Mark Beckerman. He extended grace, humor, comfort and respect while serving as a good friend and physician to our parents. He had special qualities not only as a physician, but as a person. Mark Beckerman: a very nice, caring man."

"Dear Barb, My deepest condolences to you, your daughters, and family members for the untimely death of Mark. I was so glad to see both of you at the Heights High School class of '72 reunion and enjoyed catching up with Mark both as a high school classmate and to share our CWRU Medical School stories. If I had been a "straight arrow" like him, entering med school immediately after finishing college I would never have met you, Barb, and for that I am a most fortunate and grateful for the friendship we shared during my year as a research assistant in the biochemistry department at CWRU and my subsequent years at the medical school. Mark will be missed as the many testimonials attest. Again, deepest sympathies and warmest regards, Steve"

"To Dr.B's family, and Office staff,I am very saddened to learn of Dr. B's death. I wish I had known about it at the time so I could have paid my respects to all of you. I have so much that I could say about him, but oh my goodness, it has all been said in all of the above comments. I share each and every one of those sentiments. I know first hand how much knowing how much he was cared for by everyone whose life he touched will help you deal with his passing in time to come. Both Dr. B and all of you were there for me in more ways than you can imagine when my Casey died and you have continued to be there for me even though I have moved and gone on with my life. It will be very difficult to find another Doctor who will be as wonderful as he was. You can all find comfort in knowing he is no longer struggling, which he did with courage, strength and even humor. Me and my family ( which he doctored most of them at one time or another) will miss him so much and you are in our thoughts and prayers. One thing to always remember, and this has helped me so much is that, " If God brings you to it, he will help get you thru it". With much love & prayers, Linda, & Familyhis death find another Doctor who will be as wonderful as he was. You can all find comfort in knowing he is no longer struggling, which he did with courage, strength and even humor. Mine and my family ( which he doctored most of them at one time or another) will miss him so much and you are in our thoughts and prayers. One thing to always remember, and this has helped me so much is that, " If God brings you to it, he will help get you thru it". With much love, prayers, Linda, & Family"

"Many years ago .about 30 I started going to see Dr Nolin.He passed away and I was told DR Beckerman would be taking over the practice.The first time any of us were seen for an illness,we felt that we were in the best care! Dr Beckerman never watched a clock to see if time was being taken up for another patient.He Listened to what his patients had concerns about.Never rushing to the door to leave any questions unanswered.He was the BEST.The medical profession will miss seeing his smile and his patients his compassion,a smile and a gentile touch on the shoulder to let them know all will be better.He will be smiling and cracking a joke or two with his new and past patients who are with him in his special office in heaven.Our thoughts are with the family.His office will always have his presence there. "

"To the Beckerman family,Your are in our thoughts and prayers. "

"Dear Beckerman Family, My husband Dan and I have been in Germany for three weeks and had a phone message from an old friend telling us of the doctor's passing-my friend even knew how special I thought the doctor was because I would tell her about him. He truly was an exceptional doctor who got me through some very tough years along with Nancy and Linda. He will always be a hero to me because he saved my life. We are heartbroken that we weren't in the country at the time but find solace that he is now in the Lord's hands and feels no pain. He truly was an inspiration and will be sorely missed. His legacy carries on in all our hearts.Sincerely,Connie & Dan McDermet"

"Dear Beckerman Family,We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Dr. Beckerman was our family physican for 20 years, and I cannot express how much we will miss him. Never was there a kinder, gentler, more caring doctor. Ever. Your family is in our prayers."

"Dear Barb,The testimonies written here are a wonderful tribute to Mark, you, Sarah and Holly. I hope that time will make things less painful for all of you."

"I sure do thank GOD for meeting this man. I am greatfull that he has been there fo my kids, wife and of corse me. Thank you for all you have done. Rest in peace Dr. Beckerman we sure do miss you."

"Dr. Beckerman was my doctor from when I was six years old 'til I went to college. I think I never realized what a wonderful doctor he was until I had to go to someone else...not only was he skilled & professional, but he also truly cared about his patients. He's the best doctor I ever had. My condolences on your loss...especially to Holly. We ran cross country together in high school, don't know if you'll remember me. I was a few years older than you and not nearly as good a runner. Hope you're doing okay."