Beckett Daniel “Beck” Gimm-Bergh
Age 48, of Holt and Lansing, MI, passed away January 18, 2021, in Lansing. He was born March 25, 1972, in Oscoda, Michigan, to Ruth and Daniel Bergh.
Beck was the Transportation Supervisor for Waverly Schools, where he was also an advocate for LGBTQ+ students. He was a very active member at Holt United Methodist Church where he was the Praise Team Leader and formerly the Bell Choir Director. Beck was an avid Packers fan and loved to travel. Above all else, he was an exceptionally devoted family man.
Beck is survived by his wife Dani Gimm-Bergh; children: Adrian, Jessie, and Uriah; his mother, Ruth Bergh; a brother, Erik (Kathy) Bergh; sisters: Kristine (Mike) Ounan, and DiAnne (Steve) Warfield; mother and father-in-law, Linda and Arthur Gimm; sister-in-law, Liberty (Derek) Irwin; brother-in-law, Aaron (Bethany) Gimm; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, an abundance of close friends, and beloved pets.
He was preceded in death by his father Daniel Bergh.
Once covid restrictions have been lifted, there will be memorial service held at the Holt United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Holt United Methodist Church at 2321 N. Aurelius Road, P.O. Box 168, Holt, MI 48842, or the Ingham County Animal Shelter at P.O. Box 238, Mason, MI 48854. Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel.
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Jacqueline Mulvihill Smith
January 22, 2021 at 7:23 amMy heart is with your whole family with this loss of your dear loved one Beck.
Bonnie Baker
January 22, 2021 at 9:03 pmPerry Public Schools was blessed to have him on our staff. He made a difference in our kids lives. God bless all of you left to mourn.
Gina Anderson
January 22, 2021 at 9:04 pmI have always though of Dani and Beck as 2 of the top ten kindest people I have had the privilege to know. It’s so hard to think of them being apart. They had a love that doesn’t come around too often. God bless his whole family who are all so special to us. Mike, Gina, Ryan, Marc and Tyler Anderson
Deb Bishop
January 22, 2021 at 10:37 pmI am profoundly saddened by the loss of such a tremendous educator. His time at Perry Public Schools and his contributions to our music department were tremendous.
Condolences to his family.
Edwina Riddle
January 22, 2021 at 11:35 pmOur heartfelt condolences to the family. We will continue to lift you up in our prayers and pray for wholeness, healing, and comfort.
We shared so many laughs in the halls of Colt School. You will truly be missed.
All our love to Dani, your beautiful children, Ruth, DiAnne, Anna,,, (and Magoo and Sterling),
Edwina Riddle and Family
We love you
Tammy Waller
January 24, 2021 at 9:38 amTruly an inspiration, A lover of music, funny and full of life.
Tammy Waller
January 24, 2021 at 9:44 amHe was an inspiration to so many! So grateful that my sons had a chance to benefit from his love of music!
Jen (Burnham) Langfeldt
January 24, 2021 at 10:59 amSincere condolences to his family. Beck will be remembered as someone who was so kind, caring, and accepting. I had the privilege of learning from him while in the Perry music program. Praying for comfort during this difficult time.
Dannica Donnell
January 24, 2021 at 12:44 pmMy deepest condolences to his family and friends. I was so lucky to have him as an instructor for many years at Perry. As well as being a wonderful teacher, Beck also provided comfort and laughs in times that seemed tremendously hard. He will be remembered so fondly.
Sasha Jones
January 24, 2021 at 12:50 pmUnfortunately, I didn’t know Beckett but he was a Waverly Community Schools staff member and so am I so I just wanted to send my condolences to his family. May each day get a-little more easier and may God continue to show you understanding and help you all heal during this terrible time.
Kayla Seger
January 24, 2021 at 8:24 pmBeckett was an amazing teacher with a passion for music and making it fun. I can recall one concert where he came out dress in a clown costume to conduct the band. I will remember him with fondness. Praying for his family and friends and everyone his life touched. God bless
Dave and Jan Baker
January 25, 2021 at 10:48 amOur Prayers are with all of those who loved him. My heart cries for Ruth….
Cathy Daniels
January 26, 2021 at 10:54 amI am just so sorry to hear of his passing. Blessings to his family.
Kim Berry-Smokoski
January 30, 2021 at 8:15 pmBeck and I were sub bus drivers together almost ten years ago. When several drivers retired we both took routes, and when our then supervisor took a position with another district Beckett got talked into applying for and becoming the supervisor for Holt Public Schools Transpotation. At the time we had 17 drivers for 21 routes. We scrambled every day to cover routes. But even though we were stressed Beck made coming to work fun. We laughed every day. Every day. Much of the time we laughed so hard we were in tears.
Beckett has the craziest (And often slightly inappropriate – but NEVER mean) sense of humor. Probably the wittiest person I’ve had the privilege of knowing. He understood people at their core. And saw the humor in almost any situation. Well any situation that didn’t involve the safety of the kids we transported. Beckett was deeply passionate in his commitment to the safety and well being of all the students on our buses.
In addition to having worked with Beckett, we are neighbors. Beckett, Dani and the kids are beloved members of our community.
My heart goes out to Dani, the kids and their extended family. Please know that we grieve with and for you.
And, in honor of my friend….Go Packers!
Stephanie Kittleson
February 13, 2021 at 6:34 pmDear Dani, Adrian, Jessie, and Uriah,
It was a joy to work with Beck at Perry Middle School. He lit up the room with his smile and wonderful sense of humor. He was an enthusiastic and gifted educator, that loved inspiring kids to experience the magic of music. He will be dearly missed, but live on in the memories and hearts of all that knew him.
I send you my deepest sympathy and prayers for your hearts to find peace and comfort together.
Brittany Nestell Dillman
April 11, 2021 at 12:24 amI am so deeply saddened to learn of Beck’s death. I, too, loved working with him at Perry Middle School “back in the day.” Always quick with a joke or support. One of my favorite memories was another colleague (Glenn) and I would chant “Ber-ger! Ber-ger!” when Beck walked by between classes (which turned into pictures of hamburgers taped on rulers). It seems a little weird to write down, but we all laughed at the time. My heart breaks with yours and I hope that you are finding comfort in friends and family during these hard times.
Jessie gimm bergh
December 13, 2021 at 7:48 ami love him he is my dad
Uriah Gimm-Bergh
October 8, 2023 at 8:53 amHe was my dad.