Dr. Karl H. Beck, 97, died July 30, 2011, at Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach.
He was born in Detroit and lived in Vero Beach for 31 years, coming from Wisconsin.
Before retirement, he had a private practice in Wauwatosa, Wis., and was an associate clinical professor at Marquette Medical School in Milwaukee.
He was an Army veteran, serving as the regimental surgeon in the 136th Infantry Regiment 33rd Division.
He was awarded the Bronze Star and Medical Combat Medal as a Major in the South Pacific Islands.
He was discharged as a lieutenant colonel.
He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1939 with his residency at Milwaukee Children’s Hospital Milwaukee.
He was a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics Association and founded the Wisconsin Diabetic Association.
Survivors include four children, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marian Eloyce Martin.
Memorial contributions may be made to any charity.
A private service will be in Milwaukee.
Arrangements are by All County Funeral Home and Crematory Treasure Coast Chapel.
