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Sidney Beckstead Obituary
Ocean City/ Alexandria, VA - On Saturday, December 26, 2020, Sidney Merrill Beckstead, loving husband to Sherrie Beckstead and proud father of three children; Jessica, Sara, and Harrison, passed away peacefully, in his home, following a gallantly fought battle with Esophageal Cancer.
Sidney was born on February 3, 1950, in Swan Lake, Idaho to parents Perry and Bernice Beckstead. He was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah with his two brothers, Jay and Richard. Sidney received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Utah.
Sidney's adventurous and entrepreneurial spirit brought him to Ocean City, Maryland in 1978, when Sidney's college friend, Tom Liljenquist called him to join in a business venture. Best friend turned, business partner, Tom and Sid established Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers and Lenkersdorfer Fine Jewelers. Over 40 years in business, the once small Maryland jewelry shop blossomed into five flourishing luxury boutiques in the Washington Metropolitan area.
Sidney was a true renaissance man; a gentleman, an artist, an entrepreneur, and along with his wife Sherrie, a dedicated philanthropist. Sidney had a passion for painting, creating extraordinary art, furniture and jewelry. He was also an avid music lover and fly fisherman. He was known for his good humor, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
Sidney is survived by his wife of 35 years Sherrie, his three children, Jessica, Sara, and Harrison, his two standard poodles Sookii and Henri, his brothers Richard and Jay, sisters-in-law, Paula and Kathleen, along with several nieces and a nephew.
In light of Covid-19, The Beckstead Family will announce a spring date to honor and celebrate the life of Sidney. The family asks in lieu of flowers or gifts that donations be made to one of the charitable organizations that the family supports in honor of Sidney.
The Trust for the National Mall https://nationalmall.org/support
Historic St. Martin's Church Museum Foundation https://historicstmartinschurch.org/
Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program https://www.nvtrp.org/
Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center https://lombardi.georgetown.edu/
Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com . Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.
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Cathleen Salapare
January 6, 2021
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Mr. Beckstead. My condolences to his family. I only met him twice but found him to be so
friendly, professional and a pleasure to meet.
Cathleen Salapare
January 6, 2021
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Mr. Beckstead. My condolences to his family. I only met him twice but found him to be so
friendly, professional and a pleasure to meet.
Denise & Jerry Milko
January 4, 2021
Our sincere heartfelt sympathy . I pray you find peace in the love he left behind. ( Blessings ) Denise & Jerry Milko
Debbie Reed
January 3, 2021
Our hearts are heavy as we send loving thoughts to the entire family.
Debbie, Bob and Ashlee Reed
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