James, age 82, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, father of Traci (David) Spears, Tina (Tim) Young, Shawn Beckman and the late James "Jay" Beckman, Jr.; grandfather of Dea (Shawn) Fields, Roger (Chris) Patrick, Kyle Patrick, Brandi Beckman and Bradley Beckman; great grandfather of Haylee Patrick and Roger "Tre" Patrick; son of the late William and Helen Beckman (nee Noll); brother of Gerald (Marie) Beckman, Edwin (Janice) Beckman and the late William (Joan) Beckman Jr., Michael Beckman and Keith Beckman. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. Interment will take place at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery at the convenience of the family. A celebration of life service will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care, 4380 Glendale Milford Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242.