Gary Lowell Beckford

Gary Lowell Beckford obituary, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Gary Lowell Beckford

Gary Beckford Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McWhite's Funeral Home - West Palm Beach on Jan. 23, 2024.

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Obituary For Gary Lowell Beckford
Viewing for Mr. Gary Beckford will be held Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 4:00PM - 7:00PM at McWhite's Funeral Home. 1215 North Tamarind Ave. West Palm Beach, FL. 33401
Services for Mr. Gary Beckford will be 1:00PM Friday, January 27, 2024 at McWhite's Funeral Home Chapel. 1215 North Tamarind Ave. West Palm Beach, FL. 33401
On the 27th of January 1961 a baby boy was born to Mr. Othniel and Vernita (Marina) Beckford in Delray Beach Florida. The second child of this Union was given the name Gary Lowell Beckford.
A time to learn and work:
At the age of 11 he was moved to Delray Beach to live with his grandparents where he attended school.
In 1978 at the tender age of 17, he enlisted in the army, serving in several countries. After serving in the
army, he returned to Delray Beach and later to Nassau Bahamas to be with his family. During his return
to Nassau, he took varies different jobs. However, his love for carpentry kept him as a framer at
"Andrew Aiken Photography and Framing" for about 5 years. After which he relocated to Fort
Lauderdale with his family.
A time to love and live:
Gary loved his family and would do anything for them. He was an exceptional father to his children,
giving unconditional love to them all. His passion was his family.
A time to die:
On 1st of January 2024 Gary left us for the final time.
Left to mourn are:
Daughters: AudreyAnna, Jessica and Michelle
Sons: Orsbourne, Isiah and Joshua
Grandchildren: Ja'Khan, Jakeim, Chelsea, Jakayla, Aaron, Aubryana, Justin Jr, Jayde, Jru
Sister: Orbonet Watson, Jacklyn Beckford Olga Demeritte (Elvis)
Brothers: Michael Beckford Dirk Watson Sr Christopher Beckford
Nieces: Avery Roker, Laquai and BriAnna Watson, Chrystal, Caitlyn, Ciara, Ciana Beckford
Nephews: Michael C Beckford, Emmitt Rolle, Daffano Knowles, Dirk Jr and Drake Watson,
Elvado Morley, Ranaje Beckford, Ellian Demeritte
Uncles: John R Kemp Jr (Anne), Edwin Beckford (Edith)
Aunt: Beryl Cummings
Cousins: Vernell Brennen, Janet Higgs, Shirley Kemp, Stephen and Don Brennen, John Kemp III,
Bernard Kemp, Leroy Bannister and Renee,
Dr Tavette Taylor (Alpin), Charo Morley (Alex), Ginear Scavella, Sheniqua Curry (Petre), Sophia
and Shamaro Brennen, Latia Springer (Rawle), Santino Higgs (Rynette), Dominique, Donniqua,
Donrico Brennen
Godmother: Ruth Malcom, Veronica Bain
Other Family and Friends Including: Family of the late John and Alma (Mama) Kemp of Delray Beach,
Sybil Watson and Family, Althamese Carey and the Family, the family of the late Rosemary Cambridge. Send flowers to the service of Gary Lowell Beckford Download funeral program

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