Elmer E. Beckley, Jr., 61, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 26. He was born in Syracuse to the late Elmer and Mary Jane Beckley and lived in the area his entire life. Elmer was a machinist and worked for several companies before retiring from Chrysler/New Venture Gear after 12 years. He loved his grandchildren and would find any excuse to have a family get together. Elmer enjoyed music and family BBQs.
Elmer is survived by his best friend, Mary Beckley; children, Nancy (Sean) Michaels, Elmer (Morgan) Beckley, Cassandra (Jeff) Beckley, Ashley Beckley, and David Beckley; siblings, Henry (Esther) Beckley and Mary (Rod) Miller; grandchildren, Ava, Sophia, Landon, Aiden, Hunter, and JT; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours are 4-7 pm Monday, February 1 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St, Baldwinsville.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc., P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7055 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pace, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.