April 22, 1931 – October 1, 2024
Theresa “Josephine” Beckingham, aged 93 years, passed away peacefully in the
afternoon of Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, surrounded by her daughter and grandchildren.
Theresa’s legacy of kindness, warmth, and love will forever live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on April 22 of 1931 in Kilkenny, Ireland, Theresa immigrated to Canada in her early 20s, eventually settling in Edmonton with her husband, Arthur Beckingham.
She will be remembered as an incredibly strong, intelligent, and loving woman, who could bring a smile to everyone. Theresa, also known as “Tess”, was hospitable and generous, someone who made it her mission to make everyone feel welcomed and important. Her love and care will be cherished forever by her daughter, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, whom she raised from day one with her warm and graceful ways. Anyone who knew Tess could see and will remember how much she loved and valued her family and friends.
Theresa Beckingham is predeceased by her parents Jack and Mary (nee Reagan) Delahunty, her son Colin Beckingham, along with all but two of her twelve siblings.
She is survived by her daughter Ann Beckingham; her grandchildren Sarah, Hannah, Maxwell, and Sinead; her brother Paul of Nova Scotia; sister Geraldine of
Ireland; along with her grandchildren Tiannah, Harlee, and Jaxon.