James Arlen becklund passed away on June 20th 2022 at 79 years old. He was born to Gaylord and Irene Becklund september 29th 1942. Was United in marriage to Janet kay Anderson on June 9th 1962. Served in the army from October 1st 1960 to june 1st 1963.He is survive  by his brother Larry and sister Marcia.He was a great grandpa , a grandpa, a father, a brother , a uncle and a friend to many. He worked at Span Crete for many years and also helped build the M.O.A parking ramp. He loved fishing  and gardening among many other things. He leaves behind 4 children ,Tami loiselle , Julie Farnick( dan),  Michael Becklund  ( April) , Shawn becklund. He has 8 grandchildren and 14 great grand children. He loved making people laugh and putting a smile on your face.