Richard A. Beckley Sr

Richard A. Beckley Sr. a long time resident of Valhalla, New York and current resident of Western Rehabilitation Care Center, Danbury, Ct. passed away peacefully on January 13, 2016 at the age of 84. Born July 17, 1931 to the late John and Julia Beckley, Richard honorably served in the US Army during the Korean conflict and married the love of his life, Elmont Bosch on October 6, 1951 at Saint Matthew's Church in Hastings, N.Y. and raised their family in Valhalla. Richard was employed by the New York Telephone Company for many years and was active in the Independent Fire Company in Valhalla, twice serving as Chief. Once retired Richard moved to Englewood, Florida and Brant Lake, New York. Richard is survived by his children Richard Jr. (Rosanne) of Poughquag, NY, Ronald (Maria) and Russell (Jeanne) of Valhalla and daughters Renee (Scott) Davis of Honeoye Falls, NY and Rosemary (John) Ross of Carmichael, CA Predeceased by daughter Robyn and wife Elmont to whom he was married 58 years. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visiting at Hawthorne Funeral Home on Monday 3-7PM. A private internment will take place at a later date.
HAWTHORNE FUNERAL HOME
21 West Stevens Ave
Hawthorne, New York 10532
914-769-4404

Born in New York City on Jul. 17, 1931
Departed on Jan. 13, 2016 and resided in Valhalla, NY.

Visitation: Monday, Jan. 18, 2016
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Service: Monday, Jan. 18, 2016

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