of Millington, TN

November 12, 1941 - April 23, 2025

Freddie J Beckham, 83, of Millington, TN, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025. Freddie was born in Savannah, TN., to Katherine and James Beckham on November 12, 1941. Freddie was one of 8 children; he had 7 siblings- 3 brothers and 4 sisters. He went to school at Jeter School where he dropped out in the 6th grade to help take care of his family working on the farm, he continued farming until 1996 when he left farming and went to work for Shelby County Road & Bridges where he retired in 2008.

Freddie was at a cookout at his neighbor's house in 1952 where he met his loving wife of 58 years, Carolyn LaComb Beckham. Freddie and Carolyn were married in Ripley, TN on July 14, 1966.

Throughout his time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, cookouts and spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed camping on the Mississippi River every weekend but especially enjoyed riding around with his loving wife, Carolyn.

Freddie is survived by his loving wife Carolyn Beckham (Millington TN), 3 children, Freddie (Bubba) Beckham, Rita Leopard, and Linda Taylor. 5 Grandchildren, Christopher Edge, Roy Duane Taylor, Joshua Edge, Rhonda (Taylor) Kidd, Justin Shurtz, and Joseph Shurtz. 5 Great Grandkids, Alyssa Taylor, Stella Shurtz, Anthony Edge, William Edge, and Eric Edge. 1 brother, Billy Joe Beckham. 2 Sisters, Brenda Oxyodine and Mary Cullum.

Freddie is preceded in death by his parents, James and Katherine Beckham, brothers, Jim Edward Beckham and Charles Beckham. 2 sisters, Doris Parlier and Martha High.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
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