Kaye Mitchell Beck

Kaye Mitchell Beck, age 80 of Zebulon, N.C. , passed away Tuesday July 1, 2025. Kaye was born on October 17 th , 1944, in Statesville N.C. to Marlow B. Mitchell and Sybil D. Mitchell. Kaye grew up in Taylorsville NC in a home of love, kindness, and generosity. Kaye married the love of her life, Richard Dale Beck, and they moved to Zebulon, NC in 1969 where she lived until the time of her passing. Kaye was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jerry Mitchell and sister Diane M. Teague.

Kaye was a successful businessperson in Eastern Wake County in the Real Estate field. She owned her own business, Kaye Beck and Associates, for many years as well as working for other Real Estate Agencies in the area. She was always known as an honest and ethical businesswoman with an unwavering integrity and dedication to her clients and associates. Kaye also made significant contributions in serving as President of the Zebulon Chamber of Commerce and the Triangle East Board of Directors. Kaye was not only a visionary but also a mentor to many, always willing to share her knowledge and support.

Kaye’s biggest delight in life was her family. She loved her husband Dale (D) and was a wonderful and devoted wife for over 60 years. They always enjoyed each other’s company and spending time together whether at home or work. They loved each other deeply and always supported each other with love and kindness. She loved her boys Richard, Joe and Josh dearly, always encouraging them, supporting them in their endeavors, going to their games and being their biggest cheerleader. She always allowed them to be the people God called them to be. Kaye loved her daughters-in-law, Susan, Inga and Irene as her own daughters. Perhaps her greatest joy was her grandchildren Dyson, Keegan, Kam, Tai and Cullen. She was so proud of them all.

Kaye never met a stranger and upon meeting them they soon became friends. She cherished every moment spent with loved ones. Kaye’s family and friends remember her for warmth, compassion and an infectious smile that would always brighten their days. Her positive and encouraging words blessed all that knew her.

Beyond Kaye’s professional and familial duties, Kaye was a faithful member of Zebulon Baptist Church. She loved her Church and her Church family dearly. She served as a Deacon, Trustee and in many other capacities at Zebulon Baptist Church. She also served as President of Zebulon Junior Woman’s Club. She truly loved the town of Zebulon and the surrounding communities and was actively involved in making a positive impact on countless lives. Kaye had a heart full of love for her dogs and cats, as well as many other animals in her garden. She found great joy in cooking and gardening, a passion she passed on to her sons and grandchildren.

Kaye leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and inspiration. She is survived by her husband Richard Dale Beck; Sons Richard (Susan) Joe (Inga) of Zebulon and Josh (Irene) of Tuscola, Texas. Grandchildren; Dyson, Keegan and Cullen Beck of Zebulon; Kam and Tai Beck of Tuscola, Texas; brother Barry Mitchell of Harvey’s Lake Pennsylvania; Sisters in law; Barbera P. Mitchell of Taylorsville NC and Barbara W. Mitchell of Chesapeake Virginia; Brother in law Reggie Teague of Purlear NC. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that she all loved very much!

A celebration of Kaye’s life will be held at Zebulon Baptist Church on Friday, July 11, 2025 beginning at 11:00am. There will be a visitation from 9:30am to 10:45am prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Zebulon Baptist Church.

Kaye lived a life full of love, grace, elegance and class. She showed kindness to all of God’s children and creation. She was the true definition of a southern lady. Her love and legacy will live on in those that knew her. She will forever be in our hearts and her light will continue to shine in us all.