James Paul Becknell Obituary

The family of James Paul Becknell of Fort Mill, South Carolina announces his passing on July 24, 2026. James Paul, born on June 1, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife JoAnn Wilson Becknell; his son Lee Wilson Becknell; his parents, James Paul Becknell, Sr. and Nell Miller Becknell; and his brother Ronald Melvin Becknell.

He is survived by: his son James Paul "Chuck" Becknell III (Jennifer); his daughter-in-law Jodie Becknell; his siblings, Georgia Becknell Kidd (Carroll) and David Becknell; his sister-in-law Lydia Becknell; his grandchildren, Kaitlyn Becknell Chapman (Will), Garrett Becknell (Ashton) and Carly Becknell Blakley (Jason); his great grandchildren, Weston James Chapman, William Blaine Chapman, Caden Tate Chapman and Samuel James Blakley; and his nephew Trane (family: Shriners, Masons).

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for burn and crippled children. Donate to Shriners Children's — Give Today (https://donate.shrinerschildrens.org).