Richard Beckman

Rich's first job was working for his dad as an auto mechanic at Henry's Auto Livery, a concession his father owned, at Knott's Berry Farm. He then worked for the City of Brea for 30 years as Fleet Manager/Senior Management Analyst retiring in 2008. He was an avid train buff, full size and model. He also loved cars, drag racing, In n Out burgers, Angels baseball and the Buffalo Bills. He was a self-taught jack of all trades who could fix anything.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Beverly, his daughter, Lesley Hocker (David) and his mother Wilma. Grandchildren: Elissa Hayes (Kyle), Chad Beckman, Kaitlyn Hocker (Nathan), Olivia Fernandez (Adan), Connor Sheehy and Samantha Sheehy. Great Grandchildren: Madeline, Teagan, Cameron, Alesander, Mateo and Isabella. Siblings: Janell McWilliam (Gordy) and Bruce Beckman (Mona) and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Christopher and grandson Brandon.

Memorial service will be held, Friday, December 4, 2026 at Arlington Mortuary, 9645 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA at 10:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Loma Linda University Children's Hospital Foundation.