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Kenneth Richard Beckcom

09/09/1975 - 04/25/2019

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Obituary For Kenneth Richard Beckcom

In Sherman, Texas, on April 25, 2019, our beautiful son, Kenneth Richard Beckcom, age 43, passed on to his Heavenly Home. He was proud the day he accepted Jesus into his life and was baptized in Lake Texoma, which gave him comfort when in need.

On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, we will celebrate the life of Kenney at 5:00pm at Dannel Funeral Home, 302 South Walnut, Sherman, Texas 75090. There will also be a reception to follow from 6:00-8:00pm. Pastor Rob Shepherd of New Heritage Baptist Church in Sherman will officiate.

Kenneth Richard Beckcom was born in Port Arthur, Texas on September 9, 1975 to Fenton Kentwood Beckcom and Donna Dashley. He grew up living an adventurous life thanks to his dad Kent. Many great times were spent at the beach, camping and discovering all the wonderful things a young boy loves to get into. He had a love of all kinds of animals, from dogs, cats, ferrets, hamsters – you name it, he probably had. He had a crazy love for all things Star Wars with a collection of memorabilia that was quite impressive. Also, Kenney had such an imagination that he put pen to paper and on many occasions, set out to write a book, several completed but never submitted…but you never know maybe one day will.

At the age of 12, Kenney gained a new mother in Meredith Beckcom and new baby brother, Hunter. The role of big brother was very important to him. He taught Hunter how to discover all of life’s wonders. The love he had and devotion for his little brother was amazing. They were Navy kids and with the different moves our family had made, they made it all an adventure. Their bond is and was immeasurable…a special bond that will never be broken even in death.

He grew up in Bridge City, Texas and made many friends, who still to this day, consider him part of their family, although miles and time separated them. He attended Bridge City Jr High and when the Navy called, we moved a couple more times in the years to come. Kenney found his way up to Sherman, Texas, where he met the love of his life, Michelle. They married and then were blessed with two daughters, Kara and Madi Beckcom and one son, Jordan Bailey. Those children had his heart and they were his reason for being.

Kenney worked for Texas Instruments in Sherman, Texas. He took pride in the work he did for the company. Many friends were made and he was very respected.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his mother, Donna Dashley; sister, Yvette Beckcom; grandmother, Hazel Beckcom; grandfather, Weldon Beckcom; step-grandmother, Jeanette Barnes.

Kenneth is survived by his daughters, Kara and Madi Beckcom; son, Jordan Bailey; former wife, Michelle Beckcom; father, Fenton Kentwood Beckcom; mother, Meredith Beckcom; brother and sister-in-law, Hunter & Amanda Beckcom; beloved niece, Misty Sterenchock.

Honorary pallbearers will be: Hunter Beckcom, Jordan Bailey, James Cummings, Aaron Craig, Tristan Barnes, and Scott Barnes.

Memorial contribution may be made in the name of Kenneth Richard Beckcom to East Sherman Baptist Church building fund.

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  • 12/28/2023

    Tommy Leigh Beckcom

    Hi dad, I still wish you were here, there's so much things I want to show you. I wish you could see how I've grown, I wish you could see all of these cool new games I'd love to show you. I love you.

  • 04/29/2019

    Cari Walser

    I will always remember Kenney's fun spirit and deep soul. I was lucky to know him as a high school friend playing saxophone together, as a neighbor, and as a lifelong friend who always made me laugh - even when we got into trouble ha! Kenney will always be missed, it's still difficult to believe he isn't a text away. ❤️

  • 04/28/2019

    Jennifer Rile

    Kenney was one of my favorite people in the whole entire world. He had the hugest heart known to man. He was always one text away anytime I needed a kind word or a shoulder to cry on from 1,040 miles away. He was smart, kind, stubborn, and always put others before himself. It was amazing to see him change from a high school boy to the incredible guy and father he became He loved his girls and his family with his entire soul. My family loved him too. I wish I had hugged him longer last time I saw him. I have a big hole in my heart but I will try to fill it with memories. There are no words to describe how much I loved this amazing guy and incredible soul. I wish I'd told him. Kenney, You were an angel on earth. Heaven has gained a hero! I miss you so much and have no idea what I'll do without you. Who's gonna text me to see how I'm doing at the moments I needed to hear a kind and encouraging word. You were always a rock for me. I could always count on you to be there. My heart hurts. Until we meet again, Have fun in heaven. Say hello to my dad. He's a new resident too. I know you'll be around. I love you to the moon and back. Love, Jenn

  • 04/27/2019

    Scotti Arterbury

    In 2017 Kenney and I had planned a big weekend at Ren Fair with our new family and friends for him to meet. A few days before I was going to be able to see him for the first time in a few years, I got called to assist in hurricane relief efforts and was not able to be in town for that weekend. Although he had never met my husband or anyone else down here, Kenney still came and spent the weekend with my daughter that loves him fiercely and he became a member of our tribal family. Everyone instantly fell in love with him and couldn't wait to see him again. That's who Kenney was, he wasn't going to let anything get in his way and everyone loved him no matter what. He pushed through everything life threw at him, and that is a lot, and he never lost his smile or his determination to make sure everyone knew they were loved. Even the day he sent me a picture to let me know he was home from the hospital this last round, he was smiling and making jokes. He and Stuewe were already making plans to wreck our new house at our housewarming in a few months (which I didn't know until we joined together the day of his passing) and he loved having sweet messages planned for people when they least expected it. I'm probably babbling and jumping around and I may not be making much sense so I'll just say that Kenney was always, and always will be, loved more than he could ever know.

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