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Kenneth Beckwith Obituary

Beckwith, Kenneth L. Friday, May 4, 2012, age 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Esther (nee Williams). Dear father of Barbara (Ron) Lam, Carol (Kent) Lustig, Nancy (Doug) Landsee and Kenn (Sue) Beckwith. Loving brother of Ethel Neuens. Further survived by 17 grandchildren, 33 great - grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation TUESDAY, May 8, 2012, from 12 Noon - 1 PM at EBENEZER EV. FREE CHURCH, 3120 So. 43rd Street. Funeral Services at 1 PM. Interment and Military honors Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Beckwith was a retiree of the US Postal Service and a proud US Army veteran of WWII. In lieu of flowers, memorials to church appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 6, 2012.

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Ethel Neuens

May 1, 2023

My brother, Kenny (that is the name I called him) was such a wonderful brother, always concerned about me and so kind.
I took care of his dog"Spotty" while he went off to the Army and was devastated when "Spotty" passed away just when he was returning from war. He just hugged me when he got home and found out that his beloved "Spotty" had died. I was devastated and Kenny just said to me - "Spotty is in a better place - in heaven - and told me not to cry." He was always comforting and a wonderful brother to me -
still miss him, but know that he is in a better place with his lovely wife Esther. God bless all their children and grandchildren as they miss him very much.

Ethel Neuens

May 1, 2021

My brother, Kenny (as I called him) was so very special - I was his baby sister, the youngest in the family, and he was always my protector. No one dared do anything wrong to me as he always got them back if they did!!
When Kenny went into the military, I was in charge of Spotty, his springer spaniel dog - he told me to take care of her and I did. Spotty passed away just a few days before he came back from service - I was devastated, but Kenny just hugged me and told me she was in heaven and not to cry - that was my brother and the way he always handled things - always kind and caring. I still miss him, but know that he is in a better place and with his beloved Esther, where they are enjoying heaven together

Ethel Neuens

May 3, 2020

He was my brother - I loved him so much and miss talking with him - he loved to tease me, but it was fun teasing - I know how his beautiful family misses him, as I do. But he is in heaven now, singing with the angels and talking with his beloved wife, Esther. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his beautiful family, who meant everything to him. God bless you all and keep you in His loving care always.

Ethel Neuens

May 8, 2012

My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and always will be. Your Dad & Mom will be looking down at you from heaven and watching over you still - love to you all - Aunt Ethel

Robin Strube Peters

May 7, 2012

My dear cousins,
I am saddened by the loss of Uncle Ken. I will keep you in my prayers and pray for peace and comfort for you and your families. Knowing that Uncle Ken and Aunt Esther are once again united is small comfort for your loss and yet they now will be able to look down from haven together, hand in hand and watch over you. God Bless and keep you in His care.

Cindy O'Donnell

May 6, 2012

Sorry for your loss. I have lots of fond memories of you all. Will keep you in my prayers.
Cindy (Burden) O'Donnell

May 6, 2012

To the Beckwith Family.
Norm and I extend our deeptest sympathies to all of you. Your Dad and Mom were very special people and an important part of the community. The two of them hold a very special place in my heart, they will be greatly missed.

God Bless you all in this time of sorrow.

Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Norman N Bircher(Mary Ellen Palkowski Bircher)
4601 Talbot Dr. SE Owens Cross Roads, Alabama 35763

Chaplain Richard Reuer

May 6, 2012

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. “Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry” (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send me your home address to where the card be mailed. Send to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. This is a free service to fallen veteran families.)

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