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for John BECKWITH
Joe Manthey
April 11, 2024
John was my neighbor in Petaluma on Prospect Street in the late '60's. He was in a garage band. I recall watching his band practice in his family's garage. It was the coolest thing...
Chris Foster
April 7, 2023
So sorry to hear of John's passing. John and I were neighborhood friends in Santa Rosa. We started playing together and formed the first band I was in back in the 60's. I have such fond memories of those days. He was a very multi talented musician and always a joy to be with. We had a lot of fun. I wish I had stayed in touch with him. My condolences to his family.
Peg Rodriguez
January 31, 2022
Have missed you all these years dear friend. Always in my heart. Blessings to your family John. RIP
Peg Rodriguez
January 31, 2020
Missing JB. RIP. Xo
June 3, 2014
John, we were so saddened to hear of your passing, we had a great time playing music together, and playing a concert with you & Nick & David was a blast! We "Rocked" the "Little Red Schoolhouse on Cobb the last gig we did together.....Jam on John, see you on the other side.....Warm Aloha, Mark & Bobbie Smith......(Holy Smoke Band)
February 18, 2014
R.I.P. John, too soon gone and will be so missed by our family and the band. There's no way to describe how much you have done for us personally & for Nick and for keeping the music going in N. CA. We will remember your friendship. Peace & Love, Marcia, Nick & Tim Gravenites
Georgia Hamlin-Guglielmini
February 12, 2014
John you will be missed. I have a lot of good memories with you in my youth, great music, riding in the big rig. You were (are) a good man that left this earth too soon.
Georgia Hamlin Guglielmini
Skip Engle
February 12, 2014
See you on the other side John. Ave atque vale.
Bill and Nancy Sherwood
February 12, 2014
To John's family, he was a very special man. And we will never forget the music he made. Always a kind heart and a warm smile. We know he's playing his guitar with all the other greats before him.
Flowers for us
Michael Speer
February 12, 2014
It's been many years, memories seem in black and white. Music, laughter and fun we were all in such a hurry to get we knew not where. My path took me away on a twisted trail, to return, I had not failed. We are coming to see you off Thursday, we are halfway there, all of us will reunite so enough. Such memories.
Michelle Harbeson
February 11, 2014
Rest in peace....we will miss you in Hidden Valley
Glynnis Papageorgacopoulos
February 11, 2014
John, you were such a kind and talented man. Thank you for sharing yourself in such a way that all who knew you felt included and befriended. I'm so glad that I got to sit with you and your friends before you played at aubergine with Nick G. It was a highlight of an extraordinary night. I am forever grateful. I will miss you. My sincerest condolences to your family.
Mike Kutulas
February 11, 2014
John... I'm really going to miss you and your exceptional bass playing with Nick. You were always a gentleman and a good person with a huge heart. Rest in peace my friend...
Nicole & Boys Gridley
February 11, 2014
Only met him a couple times but am or was really good friends w/ his son Jack. Rest In Peace Jon. And sorry for your families lost will keep them in our prayers
Peggy Rodriguez
February 11, 2014
Sleep with the angels my old friend. May you have a peaceful rest in heaven. You will be so missed . Blessings to the all the Beckwith clan. Peace.
Jesus Valencia
February 10, 2014
Just find it hard to see one of our buddies gone, hope that the loved ones you left behind, find peace and courage to cope with a great loss. Get us 23 tons of 1/2 inch ac and keep it warm, till I get there. Jesus Valencia
Mike Fechner
February 10, 2014
I live in Hidden Valley Lake and met John about 4 years ago. I liked him immediately! He always had a good word to say about everyone we knew. I never heard a negative thought come from him. We had a lot of fun while he was playing his beautiful bass. We both love music and I was taken aback as he was a very accomplished guitarist. We traveled to Monte Rio to see John play with Nick Gravenites and his band. It was a memorable night that I will always remember. John had a beautiful spirit and a very gentle demeanor. When I heard of his passing at too young of an age I was heartbroken. I think of him every day since his passing and I smile when I think of all the good times I had the pleasure to have with him. RIP (return if possible) John. Heaven has a new incredible musician on board. You are truly missed...more each and every day. God bless you John for all the good times you brought to all of us. Guys do not love guys, but I truly do love you!
Larry Summerfield
February 10, 2014
Always all ways, it was great to see you on the job.. Pink truck blue or mostly a red truck the job was easier and with humor no matter what! Lol and keep playing like you mean it.
Nancie Wilson
February 10, 2014
I met John thru my husband, Tom several years ago. He was a soft spoken, gentle soul who always had something nice to say. I am thankful for his friendship and he will be missed. Rest in peace, John.
Tommy Wilson
February 10, 2014
John, you and I go back a long time, my friend. We've known each other since grade school and I've always looked up to you. Your handshake, smiles, care and concern will never be forgotten, but will surely be missed. Good-bye dear friend.
Keith Rhinehart
February 10, 2014
Wow, never expected you to leave us so early, JB. There are lotsa good players in Rock 'n' Roll Heaven, I hope you are welcomed warmly, ol' brother.
February 9, 2014
You will be so missed by so many. You were a great man with a huge heart. You left us too early and were way too young! Makes me so sad! Blessings to you and your family and I will always remember you! Peggy Stewart Lippman
jsvr
February 9, 2014
"...we will surely pass, when the one that brought us here returns for us at last...we are but a moment's sunlight, fading in the grass..."
Kristi Weckerle-Warburton
February 9, 2014
He will be missed and remembered for his love of the blues, cars, boats and anything with a good engine. LOL John, you've left your footprint.
Burt Olhiser
February 8, 2014
Farewell good friend I am saddened and was totally shocked to read of your passing so young. May you rest in peace and be plagued no more by CRL's in your new abode.
Henry Troqwbridge
February 8, 2014
John's father Fred was my cousin. Fred and I were good friends. I last saw him in Marysville just before he moved to Sacramento. I am sorry that I never met John; he must have been a fine man.
jimmy smith
February 8, 2014
we go back quite a ways,he was a character , a great bass player, and my friend. RIP john
Virginia Strom-Martin
February 8, 2014
My sincere sympathies for the passing of John. As a child I spent several summers with John and his brothers at their Sacramento home. My parents were close friends with his mother and dad. He called me when my mother died in 2008. I appreciated hearing from him. May he now rest in peace.
Richard FAUCHERAUX
February 8, 2014
I never saw you , dear John , but music travels and remains ; I miss you anyway .
February 8, 2014
He was/is a gentleman. Only met him in passing, and do remember his kind spirit. We'll talk story in Heaven.
Sue (Smith) Leake
February 8, 2014
It has probably been more than 35 years since I have seen John, but I always thought of him with fondness. I had been meaning to get up to Lake County to hear John play his music... Sadly, now, it's too late. I remember hanging out with him and Pat Newman while they were jamming at Bill Reyerson's house. I hope they're all having the jam of their lives in the great beyond. RIP John.
February 7, 2014
an incredible guardian ANGEL
Tracy and Amanda Bortoli
February 7, 2014
Rest in Peace Beckwith.. Amanda and I were very fortunate to have you in our lives. I always enjoyed entertaining and having you over and learning more about music from you..
tiffany beckwith
February 7, 2014
you are missed so much . the love the kids and I have for you will always be remembered and cherished . this last couple years you have brought so much light and happiness to my life . your grandchildren adored and worshipped you . my promise to you is to keep your memories alive. you are a great father wonderful grandpa and maze ing father in law . this past week has been very hard . but now I know you're an angel looking after all of us . rest in peace John.
Nick Gravenites Band with John Beckwith
David & Linda Laflamme
February 7, 2014
We will miss you so very much,and always loved to see your smiling face. Great musician, always tasty playing.
Teri Allen
February 7, 2014
John you so be missed. We had alot good times together in our youth. Rest in peace. You will be Always in our Hearts.
Robert DiPietro
February 7, 2014
A good Man..A good friend..And now an incredible guardian Angle.
Jim Cooper
February 7, 2014
I am sad to hear of John's passing. I had know him since high school. John was a good guy.
Eric & Jackie Eyrikson
February 7, 2014
Dave & Cheryl, Sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time.
Marcus David
February 7, 2014
John was a great person & a great musician. Taken too, too soon. He will be missed.
Steve Keyser
February 7, 2014
We will always miss you dear friend....may you be at peace!
Janet Taylor
February 7, 2014
I am so sad to hear this. He was a dear friend and I loved his music, as well. RIP
Loretta Davi-Kirkeby
February 7, 2014
As a classmate in the 70's John has been in my life for a long time . Recently we have been engaging in many wonderful moments and ole stories as I cut his adorning locks. That was fun. I will fondly miss this sincere sweet friend.
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