James Franklin Beckham, into the arms of Jesus on July 11, 2014. Beloved son of the late Cecil Beckham and Minnie Beckham (nee Williams). Loving father of Ladora Mason of Burg, IN. Dear father, grand-father, uncle, cousin and friend. James served in Army and spent time overseas. He worked for Chrysler Auto Maufacturing for most of his life. Funeral service on Jyly 14, 2014, 9:00 am at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home, 777 Oakwood Dr. Fenton, MO 63026. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors.