GEORGE EDWARD BECKINGHAM

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GEORGE EDWARD BECKINGHAM Peacefully, with family at his side at Parkwood Hospital, London, Ontario, on Saturday, February 9, 2008, after a long battle with bone marrow disease, George Edward Beckingham in his 87th year. Cherished husband of the late W. Joy Beckingham (nee Nichols). Much loved father of Terry (Valerie) of the The Pas, MB, and daughter Susan Stewart of London. Dear grandfather of Jennifer (Jason) of The Pas, MB, George B. Beckingham (Frances) of Coquitlam, BC, great-grandfather of Adam, Anne, Jack and Jane. Loved by sisters Mary (Lane) and Luella (Alliston) of Hamilton and sister-in-law Doreen Treitz (nee Nichols) of Sudbury and Audrey Lamb (nee Nichols) of North Bay, nieces, grandnieces and nephews. He will also be missed by many other friends and extended family. George was born to George and Philomena (Nielsen) Beckingham of Hamilton, October 23, 1921. He was a member of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders and served his country in war with the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps, achieving the rank of 1st Lieutenant. After many years as District Manager with the Fuller Brush Company in Winnipeg and Burlington, and known for his meticulous work habits, he was sought after by, and contracted with, many large companies. George was a member of the R.C.L. Br. #501, Lambeth, where he was welcomed and cared for by members and friends. Many thanks to them and a very special tribute to the nurses and staff of the Western Counties Wing, #3rd Floor Kent and Dr. D. Cavanaugh for their outstanding care of our Dad. At George's request, there is to be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Interment alongside his sweetheart Joy at Burlington Memorial Gardens. (Arrangements entrusted to Smith's Funeral Home, Burlington, 905-632-3333). In lieu of flowers, George would have appreciated a donation to a charity of your choice. www.smithsfh.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 16, 2008