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Obituary for BECKHAM


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday December 16, 2009

Darl L. Beckham, 81, a resident of Socorro, NM since 1952, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2009 in Albuquerque,NM. He was born July 11,1928 to George S. and Maude Beckham in Ponder, MO. Darl was a member and past Master of the Masonic Lodge, Scotish Rife, past President of Socorro Rotary Club, patron of Eastern Star, member of the Presbyterian Church, and member of the Church of God. Darl served in the US Army as a Sergeant. He was a graduate of Anderson University and was a Certified Public Accountant for the last 54 years. Darl is survived by his sons, Clay Beckham of Bolder,CO, and Bruce Beckham of Las Cruces,NM; sisters- in- law, Una Mae Beckham of Potosi,MO, and Betty Jo Hanners of Silver Springs,MD; and grandchildren, Kelsey, Daniel, and Joseph. Darl was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Patricia "Pat" Beckham. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Socorro with Rev. Laura Kuster and Phil Preston officiating. The family asks that any donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church in Socorro or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM 87801, (575)835-1530.


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