BORN

1912

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Marrs-Jones Funeral Home, All Faiths of the Pines Chapel

110 American Legion Rd

Smithville, Texas

Evelyn Beckwith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 20, 2011.

Evelyn Bessie Beckwith passed from this life February 19, 2011 at the age of 98. She was born April 18, 1912 in Sebastian, Texas to Walter R and Maude A Rolfe.

She was preceded in death by her husband James F Beckwith, her parents, 6 sisters and 1 brother.

Evelyn is survived by her son John Beckwith and his wife Linda of Millington, TN; two daughters, Evelyn Jeanne Woody and her husband Bob of North Glen, CO; Shirley Beckwith of Austin, TX; five grandchildren, Chrtistie M. Beckwith, Stacy M Beckwith, Franklin E Beckwith, Douglas S Woody and Nathan R Woody; and great-grandson Michael A Howard.

Visitation is from 10:00am to 2:00pm Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Marrs-Jones Funeral Home in Smithville, Tx.
Funeral Service will begin at 2:00pm Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Marrs-Jones Funeral Home in Smithville, Tx with burial following at Oak Hill Cemetery, Smithville, TX.

In Lieu of Flowers memorials may be made in memory of Evelyn Beckwith to Hospice Austin Christopher House at:

Hospice Austin
4107 Spicewood Springs Road Suite 100
Austin, TX 78759,
(512) 342-4700 or (800) 445-3261.

Arrangements under the direction of Marrs-Jones Funeral Home, Smithville, TX.

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February 28, 2011

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She is with loved ones now and await your arrival. Jenney Cantrell Norris

February 22, 2011

Freida & Felix Soto

Mi Amiga and family, my heart and prayers are with you. I know our comforter is holding you.

February 21, 2011

Judy E

God comfort all of you. I will continue to pray for you as the days go by. Jeanne looking forward to seeing you in Denver soon.
Judy E.

February 21, 2011

Lee & Margaret Elmore

We know that God's arms are around you and your entire family during this time. Being together as a family will bring the rejoicing of remembering good times and knowing that she is waiting to see you again 'in the morning.'

In His Love,
Margaret & Lee & Chris

Love is the whole aim.
Love is the completely transfiguring miracle.
Love is the one sole explanation.

February 20, 2011

David & Jennifer Hoglen

Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. Psalm 30:5

We're crying with you over your loss but rejoicing over the long life of your mother and her godly example.

February 20, 2011

Ron and Dorothy Underwood

You are very much in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time. Knowing the reality that you will see her again carries with it the greatest peace and joy that only God can promise and fulfill. We love you.

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Funeral services provided by:

Marrs-Jones Funeral Home, All Faiths of the Pines Chapel

110 American Legion Rd, Smithville, TX 78957

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