A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Nowthen, MN for David A. Beckman, age 76, of Nowthen, MN who passed away at his home on February 12, 2026. Pastor Eric Voigt to officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior at the church. He will be laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery in Nowthen, MN. Luncheon to follow.
Dave loved to spend time on the farm, fishing for Sunnies off the dock at the cabin, and working with his hands. He loved to tinker with things. He modified all his equipment to have bonus features such as cup holders and toolboxes. He could make just about anything; he was a gifted woodworker, he enjoyed making clocks. He loved going on road trips with his wife Pam. They traveled to many beautiful places.
Dave was a skilled automotive mechanic, and for many years he worked for Greenberg’s Inc in Anoka. He loved to watch any show that had to do with fast or antique cars. He also worked for Plasti-Dip for many years. He had a large collection of toy tractors that he proudly displayed in his home. He enjoyed history and going to museums. He will be remembered for his kind, curious, witty, quiet, helpful, intelligent, and hardworking nature. Above all he deeply cherished the time spent with family and friends. He will be missed dearly.
He is survived by his brother-in-law’s and sister-in-law, Peggy (Jerry) Armstrong, Steve (Renee)Wirz, and Randy (Nikki) Wirz; cousin Halley (Patti) Skogquist, his dog Millie, and many nieces, nephews, friends, and family.
He is reunited in heaven with his loving wife of 31 years Pam and his parents.