James Peter Beckwith Obituary
We bid farewell to James Peter Beckwith of Glastonbury, Connecticut, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 20, 2026. James Peter touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his grandfather Pete; his parents, James F. Beckwith and Dorothy Beckwith (Tomlinson); his wife Lorraine Beckwith (Smith); his children, James L. Beckwith, Steven C. Beckwith (Claudine) and Deborah Barrett (Roger); his sister Susan Johnson (William); his siblings-in-law, Patricia Beckwith, David (Converse) and Nancy Piella; his grandchildren, Erica Beckwith, Josh Beckwith, Roger Barrett III, James M. Beckwith and Michelle Barrett (Douglas Barton); his great grandchild Ellie Mae Barton; his nephew Seth Piella; his great-nephews, Travis and Wesley; his nieces and nephews, Krista Johnson, Amy Johnson, Timothy Beckwith, Richard Beckwith and Amber Kethley; his brother Timothy S. Beckwith; his daughter-in-law Cindy Beckwith; and his in-laws, George and Anita Smith. He was also cherished by cousins, great nieces and nephews, and many friends.
If desired, contributions in his memory can be made to Buckingham Heights, 1824 Manchester Road, Glastonbury, CT 06033, Memo line: Employee Appreciation Fund; Alzheimer's Association of CT, 10 Executive Drive, Suite 202, Farmington, CT 06032 or a charity of one's choosing.
