of Benton, AR
May 31, 1940 - June 19, 2016
Harold E. Beckwith, 76, of Benton passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016 at Saline Memorial Hospital. He was born May 31, 1940 in Gillham, AR to the late Roy Edward and Iva Evelyn Wilson Beckwith. Mr. Beckwith was a Microwave Communication Engineer with AT&T for 37 years and a member of West Bauxite Missionary Baptist Church.
Harold, above all else, was a man of unyielding, unapologetic, and absolute faith; F. (Father & Friend) A. (Admired & Adored) I. (Integrity & Intelligent) T. (Teacher & Thoughtful) H. (Husband & Hero). His life could be best measured not by what he had, but by what he gave and the legacy he left behind.
In addition to his parents, sister, Nona Faye Garibay, brother, Ronald Wilson Beckwith, granddaughter, Erica Nicole Russell, and two brother-in-laws, Josh Chapman and Abe Von Hatten also preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Betty Jo Kerr Beckwith; three sons, David Russell and wife Mary, and Kelly Joe Russell and wife Shauna of Benton and Shawn Beckwith and wife Tonya of Rogers, AR; two sisters, Betty Chapman and Lamona Sue Von Hatten of Alvarado, TX; one brother, Kenneth Carrol Beckwith and wife Lil of Bryant, AR; three sister-in-laws, Frances Smith and husband Don, Sue Acklen and husband James, and Janet Sebourn and husband Randy; five grandchildren, Robert Russell and wife Brooke, Kolbe and Sydnee Russell, and Lilee and Dylan Beckwith, and one great grandchild, Phoenix Russell.
Funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at West Bauxite Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Melvin Burris and Randy Ward officiating. An interment service will follow at Gillham First Baptist Church at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Serving as pallbearers are David Russell, Kelly Russell, Shawn Beckwith, Don Smith, Kenneth Acklen, and Les Chapman. Interment will follow in Valley Cemetery in Gillham. Honorary pallbearers are Glynn McCallister, Eric Bloomquist, Dennis Bryant, Jerry Tackett, and Ralph Warren.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening, June 21st at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047).
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13 Condolence(s)
john ordunez
Friday, July 22, 2022
Harold was my first Cousin . I talked to him on the phone. For many years. I live in Soledad Calif. My Mother was his Fathers Sister. Harold was fun to talk to.We shared a lot of. Family History over the phone.Hes one Cousin ill never forget. John Henry Ordunez
Judy Young
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Betty & Kelly,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Robert, Judy & Sarah Young
Tracy Manning
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Betty,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.
Tracy, Sandy and family
Randy Streitenberger
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Harold was a really good person to work with. He helped me learn a lot about radio. He was always there to give you a hand when you needed it. I'll miss him a lot.
Jack & June Beckwith
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Our sympathies to the family.
Judy and Robert Smith
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
love you big sis and all the family.....I will miss him...Prayers for u all...
Carol Hargrove
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Betty Jo: We are so saddened at the passing of Harold. We just didn't know him long enough! But, what we knew of him was beautifully stated in the obituary: F.A.I.T.H. !! May God comfort you in the days/weeks/months to come, and rest in the knowledge that Harold is rejoicing in Heaven with the Father and his loved ones!
Love, Carol & Harvey Hargrove
Russell Henthorne
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Betty, I'm so sorry to hear about Harold . I loved that man and love you. I have fond memories of both of you. Hey it just hit me, he still owes me a steak dinner........I'm smiling as I write this and I'm sure he is smiling as well. My prayers are with you.
Kelly Williams
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Condolences Kelly Joe and David... I will always remember the kindness your Dad showed me and he obviously did a great job setting the example for you two. May God give you and your family peace.
Mathiot
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
I present all my condolences to the family and especially to Mr.Kenneth Beckwith
Koa Buckle
Monday, June 20, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to family and friends during this time.
Linda Westbrook
Monday, June 20, 2016
Betty Jo & Family, So sorry for your loss. He was a dear man. Love and Prayers, Linda Westbrook
Wilton and Carol Tabor
Monday, June 20, 2016
Betty & Family,
So sorry to learn of the passing of your loved one. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May our Father in Heaven help you through this time and give you strength in the days ahead.