Nellie Beckham's Obituary
Nellie Collins Beckham, 88, resident of Hawthorne, Florida, died Friday, February 28, 2014 in the Shands Hospital at the University of Florida, following a sudden illness.
Mrs. Beckham was a native of Lake City, South Carolina, born on July 8, 1925, to the late T. C. and Lizzie Collins and had resided in the Johnson Community, since 1949. She was a longtime member of Woodlawn Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her sister, Idell Owen.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years, James F. Beckham, one son, Michael (Suzy) Beckham, two grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 3, 2014 at 11:00 A. M., in Woodlawn Baptist Church, with Dr. L. D. Osteen and Pastor Charles Litzell, officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior, beginning at 10:00 A. M. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery, Windsor. A reception is being held at Woodlawn after interment. Those who wish, may make a memorial donation to Woodlawn Baptist Church, 818 CR 20A, Hawthorne, FL 32640
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