James Richard Beckham

James Richard Beckham, 80, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024. He enjoyed farming and was the former owner of Silo Conversion. Jim was an avid fan of NASCAR and current member of Greater Faith Church.

He was born on January 26, 1943 in Lexington, Kentucky to Henry and Lottie (Reynolds) Beckham. Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his siblings, Sid Beckham, Loretta Wainscott and Edna Palmer.

Jim is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Twilla (Fitzgerald) Beckham; children, Dedie Cooley (Bret), Shannon Beckham (Patty Hansel); brother, Dave Beckham; grandchildren, Morgan Thompson (David), Cherish Cooley, Hunter Cooley; and great-grandchildren, Skyler Dean and Everhett James.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany) with his funeral service taking place at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park in New Albany.

Contributions in his memory may be made to Hosparus - the Community Hospice of Southern Indiana (502 Hausfeldt Lane, New Albany).

Jim's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.

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