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Stedman Beckwith Obituary

Stedman C. Beckwith, real estate developer and avid sailor, passed away Nov. 17. Beloved husband of Joy Robbins Beckwith of Pembroke; father of David S. Beckwith of Quincy and the late Mark Beckwith of Quincy and grandfather of Christopher S. Beckwith of Boston. Sted was the owner of Beckwith Real Estate and Construction Company for over fifty years. He was Man of the Year of the South Shore Board of Realtors in 1974 and the president of the Quincy and South Shore Board of Realtors in 1975. He was a member of the Town River Yacht Club for over sixty years. He raced out of Boston Sailing Center as well as Marblehead for the past fifteen years. There was a memorial service Celebrating the Life and Times of Sted Beckwith, Sunday, Nov. 20 at 1:00 p.m. at the Town River Yacht Club, 60 Mound St., Quincy, MA 02169. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Town River Yacht Club for the Juniors' Summer Program.

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Published by Pembroke Mariner & Reporter from Nov. 19 to Nov. 26, 2011.

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David Dindy

December 11, 2011

David & kin,
Although it's been a very long time, I always remember Sted's dedication to the well-being of us Quincy lads way back when, and our adventurous boating lessons. God guide him in his soul's continued journey. And God bless you all.

December 10, 2011

so sorry to hear of the passing of my childhood next-door neighbor on moreland road in quincy. sincere condolences to your family.
mary jane (quinlan) scholly, setauket, new york

Paul Dindy

December 1, 2011

Dear David,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Thinking of your dad brings back many fond memories growing up with you and Mark so long ago.

Kristin Danker-Bateman

November 23, 2011

Joy,
I was so sorry to hear the news. You shared a very special love. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Melinda Barclay

November 22, 2011

Stedmuffin~ I can't believe you're not with us anymore... You've always been such a youthful, bright soul at the shop. I have so many funny memories of you over the years. From the time you went to Peta Pete's wake all dressed up on the wrong night, to the time you turned bright red after joking around w a customer about me who ended up being my Dad..haha. You were so devoted to Joy and to your grandson. I hope that they, as well as your son, are able to find comfort with the fact that you always lived your life to the fullest all day, everyday and that you adored them. The coffee shop will never, ever be the same without you. I will miss you old friend. Love, your "movie star" lol

Deb Stone

November 20, 2011

So very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. May the comfort of friends and family help you find some peace.

Melanie Drozdowski

November 20, 2011

Joy,
So sorry to hear of Sted's passing.
I will always remember him as a kind and welcoming guy..... who will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Judi & Jim Forti

November 20, 2011

Joy,

We were so sorry to hear of Sted's passing. Although your time together was far too short, we hope that your memories will sustain you.

November 20, 2011

Stedy was the model member of TRYC, he forged forward on many projects for the junior and the senior members. His family and friends but especially the Juniors have lost a special person who spent many hours upgrading the facilities and the Junior sailing program. We will miss him terribly! Johnny & Elaine Provenzano-Palm Beach Fl.

Walt Sweeney

November 19, 2011

Dear Joy,

Please accept my sincere condolences on Sted's passing. He was a really nice person and you were a very special couple. May he rest in peace and may you be strengthened by wonderful memories.

God bless you,

Walt Sweeney

Nancy Currie

November 19, 2011

Joy, I am sorry sorry for your loss. I would love to be there to celebrate your husband's life, but my daughter's father in law is being waked tomorrow. Hope you take some time with good friends. Love, Nancy Currie

Bob & Lois Perry

November 19, 2011

Joy & Family
So sorry to of Stedys passing.We will miss his great since of humor.He put up quite a battle with his illnes.
The Juniors Room at the Club will always be a reminder of him.

Doug MacDonald

November 19, 2011

Joy,
I was so sorry to learn of your husband's passing. Although it has been far too long since last we spoke, I think of you often from my Hanover High days. I am so sorry that you have to endure the loss of your beloved Sted. I hope that you will be able to draw strength from dear friends and family to help you through this most sad of times.

November 19, 2011

Dear Joy and family,
We're sorry to hear about Steadman's death.Now there's no more suffering for him.
With our deepest sympathy,
Bud and Patricia Mosher

November 19, 2011

Joy, I was sorry to hear of Sted's passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary Comerford

November 19, 2011

Joy and Family,
We are saddened and shocked to learn of Sted's passing. He was a great guy. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Love,
Kathy & Bob Ettinger

November 19, 2011

Joy and Family,
We are saddened and shocked to learn of Sted's passing. He was a great guy. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Love,
Kathy & Bob Ettinger

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