BECKHAM, J. LYNN, PVT, ASN: 558139, SATC Ala. Poly Institute, Auburn, AL. Enlisted 23 Oct 1918, Florence, AL, discharged 9 Dec 1918, Auburn, AL. Born 9 May 1897, Indian Creek, Wayne Co., TN, died 15 Nov 1968, Waynesboro, TN. Son of John Finley BECKHAM (3 Nov 1864 – 24 Sep 1928) and Mary C. BECKHAM (30 Jan 1870 – 13 Jan 1927). Married Karen MELSON, 31 Oct 1920, Waynesboro, TN. Two children, James M. BECKHAM and Thomas E. BECKHAM. Occupation: hauled freight from Allens Creek to Waynesboro, later worked as mechanic for Hassell & Hughes Ford, Yeiser Bro. Chevrolet, Jack Yeiser Chevrolet, Savannah, TN and Waynesboro. In 1939 went into business for self. Secured International Harvester Co. Dealership to sell farm machinery; active in dealership until death in 1968.