Ricky D. Beckham

Ricky D. Beckham, Sr., 59 of Tuscarawas Township, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2017 at his residence. Ricky was born on December 17, 1957 in Massillon, the son of the late Ralph and Rebecca (Cabassa) Beckham. Ricky was a self-employed mechanic and had owned his own shop for over 30 years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, watching NASCAR, working, spending time outdoors and being around his grandchildren. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Anne Beckham. He is survived by his son and daughter, Ricky D. Beckham, Jr. and Melissa A. Sturm; grandchildren, Ricky D. Beckham, III, Makayla Beckham, Cordella Garrett, Brooke Lehman, Amarianah Bryant, and Jamir Bryant; sisters, Renee Fedor, Lonnett Elliott; fiancée, Stacy Pearce; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Ricky’s life will be held on Friday, June 16, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4 - 7 p.m. before the service. Messages of comfort and support may be sent to the family at www.paquelet.com. Paquelet Funeral Home & Crematory (330) 833-3222