Thomas Ray Beckius “Tom”, age 75, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle passed away Monday March 16, 2015. Tom was born in North Platte, Nebraska on August 7, 1939 to the late J. Paul and Cecilia (Davis) Beckius. He graduated from St. Patrick’s High School with the class of 1957.   Following high school, Tom enlisted in the United States Navy in Omaha, Nebraska on February 28, 1958; he served our country proudly and held rank in Fundamental Aviation until February 27, 1962, when he was honorably discharged. After serving in the military Tom continued to serve through the Fire Department, starting his career at Denver, CO, with 25+ years of service, retiring from the Orlando Fire Department.

Tom was united in marriage to Anna Tochet` in 1960.  Their union was blessed with an only child, Tim.  Tom later married Juanita Griner and four step children were added to his family.

Tom is survived by his wife, Juanita Beckius; his son, Tim Beckius of Shreveport, LA, two granddaughters Amy Gauther and family of  Boyce, LA. and Megan Crews and family of Shreveport, LA; brother, Jerry (Sharon) Beckius of North Platte; his step children, Elaine Barton, Jack Eldon Griner Jr, Joyce Chancellor, and David Griner; 8 step grand-children; 21 step great-grandchildren; and two nephews, Chris and Court Beckius of  North Platte.

He was preceded in death by his parents, J. Paul & Cecilia Beckius; and a niece, Heather Beckius.

Funeral Services for Tom were held at the Church at South Lake, Clermont. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont.