Rick Beckham Obituary
Rick D. Beckham, 75, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Cremation is under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.
Rick was born September 29, 1950, in Kosciusko, Mississippi to Helen and John Beckham. He drove a truck for the oil field before going to work for Groendyke Trucking in 1988, where he worked until he retired. Rick enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing, and going to the lake. Nothing meant more to him than his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Beckham; stepmom, Mildred Beckham; wife, Irene Russell Beckham; and brother, James Beckham.
Survivors include his sons, Jesse Beckham, Rusty Beckham, Richie Beckham; grandchildren, Kaden, Kenzie, Heavenly, Tyler, James, Ethan, Kade; two great granddaughters on the way; cousin, Diane Bates; a niece, Candy Macias and husband Frank; his beloved canine companions, Rowdy, Momma, Rosie; and a host of extended family.
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314 S Hedgecoke St, Borger, TX 79007
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