Honor Mission
CPO James Ellis Beckwith, Retired, Veteran
USN – Vietnam
MULTI-CITY, Arkansas – 09-10-19
MULTI-CITY, Arkansas – 09-10-19
ABOUT THE MISSION:
James Ellis Beckwith served 20 years in the US Navy, serving as an Gyro- Compass Electrical /Mechanic Cal. Technician. Retiring at the rank of Chief Petty Officer E-7. He earned several awards during his 20 year service. He then worked for the postal service until he retired from that after 20 years. Mr. Beckwith loved camping, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of his local VFW, Falcon Club Of America, and the NARFE. He is survived by his beautiful wife, three children, and a host of family and friends.
Obituary [1]
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 09-10-19
Staging Time: 10:00 AM
Smith Benton Funeral Home
322 N. Market St.
Benton, Arkansas 72015
Benton, Arkansas 72015
Map [2]
Ride Captain:
Richard “Pa Pa G“ Gentry
richardgentry188@yahoo.com
501-416-0685
Special Instructions:
Staging: 10:00 AM.
Briefing: 10:15 AM ( Must attend to ride in a safe Escort )
Flag line: 10:30 AM To 11;00 AM. ( start of service )
Respect line: Following the service.
Escort to Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Highway 5, N. Bryant, Arkansas 72022 (About 9.5 miles)
Flag line: For the grave side service along with Military Honors and PGR Presentation.
Cages Welcome!!
Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water will be provided.
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water will be provided.
STAGING #2 DETAILS: 09-10-19
Staging Time: 11:45 AM
Pinecrest Memorial Park
7401 Highway 5 N.
Bryant, Arkansas 72022
Bryant, Arkansas 72022
Map [3]
Ride Captain:
Richard “ Pa Pa G “ Gentry
richardgentry188@yahoo.com
501-416-6085
Special Instructions:
Staging 2: 1045 AM
Stage at the Grave site area and stand by for escort to arrive.
PGR HAS BEEN ASKED TO PROVIDE PALL BEARERS.
Cages Welcome!!
Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water will be provided.
Flags will be provided
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water will be provided.
Submitted By: Richard Gentry
Position: Arkansas Ride Captain
Position: Arkansas Ride Captain
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1 Comment To "James Ellis Beckwith"
#1 Comment By Ken McSpadden On September 6, 2019 @ 8:52 am
Michelle and I wish to pass on our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. We would like to thank this Hero for your service and sacrifice in the protection of our freedom. You will not be forgotten. We pray you rest in peace.