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Pauline Beckwith Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1916 - 2007 Pauline Beckwith (1916-2007) Pauline Beckwith, age 91, of Ashland, Ky., died Monday evening, Oct. 8, 2007, at her residence. Mrs. Beckwith was born June 16, 1916, in Ashland, a daughter of the late Paul Edward and Pattie Caldwell Beckwith. In addition, she was preceded in death by half brothers, Gerald C. Johnson and Casissus Johnson; and sisters, Ella Wright, Carrie Wallace, Bertha Johnson and Imogene Marks. She was a teacher at Bates in Danville, Ky., then in Louisa, Ky., then moving to Ashland and teaching at Bayless, Booker T. Washington and Crabbe schools. She retired with 42 years of service. She was a member of St. James A.M.E. Church, K.E.A., A.E.A., and N.E.A., attended Booker T. Washington School until eighth grade, attended Bates High School in Danville, Ky., and Knoxville College in Knoxville, Tenn., the University of Cincinnati for two years, and received a master’s degree from Marshall University. Surviving is a half brother, Logan A. Johnson of Aberdeen, Md. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel by Suffragan Bishop Elzy Thomas. Entombment will follow in Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel. Ms. Beckwith has requested that in omission of flowers, contributions may be made to St. James A.M.E. Church, 333 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 12th & Carter Ave., Ashland, KY 41101. Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel in Ashland is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to steenfuneralhomes.com

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There are currently 7 condolences.

Douglas King Wednesday October 17, 2007 at 9:06 PM

Father God, welcome this lady into your house, welcome her with open arms and be with her family in this time of remembrance. Miss Beckwith was a very special lady, those of us who remember her as a studious, but caring teacher at Crabbe Elementary will also know that she had a heart for the Lord. Take her home and be close to her family. All this I ask in Jesus' name Amen

Sen. Walter Blevins Sunday October 14, 2007 at 7:55 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless.

Lezlie Bush Phillips Friday October 12, 2007 at 6:40 PM

Miss Beckwith was my 6th grade teacher at Crabbe Elementary in Ashland. I was a young lady with no natural ability for "math" but she always told me I could do the work if I put my mind to it. Most importantly Miss Beckwith truly cared about me as an individual and she was the first teacher who taught me self respect. She always made me feel special though she was tough on me and made me behave and be respectful in class. I became a history teacher myself and I only hope I touched my students as she touched my life. I am sorry for your loss as she was a very special lady.

Linda Fanniin Thursday October 11, 2007 at 8:08 AM

Miss Beckwith was my teacher during my 1st, 3rd and 6th grades at Bayless Elementary. I was a little girl with a bad heart and didn't actually begin 1st grade with the rest of my class -- I was too ill. I had surgery at the beginning of that year and recovered at home for a few months. Because she didn't want me to fall behind, she came to my house every day after school to bring my lessons until I was well enough to attend class again. That was in 1960. I will be forever grateful that she took the time to help that little girl follow her classmates to the 2nd grade. Thank you doesn't seem nearly enough to show my appreciation. The old elementary school is gone; and now so it one of its most beloved teachers. You were such a kind, caring and compassionate person. You may be gone now, but you will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences to your family and all who knew you.

Brooks Collins Wednesday October 10, 2007 at 2:57 PM

Ms. Beckwith had a great influence in my life. She was my favorite teacher and also my neighbor. She would always "instruct" me to how set high goals for myself. One of her favorite quotes was "this isn't hard, you're making it hard". I will miss you Pauline. May God smile on you this day.

Cathy Broughton-Childers Wednesday October 10, 2007 at 1:26 PM

My deepest sympathy goes out to her family. Miss Beckwith was my favorite 6th grade teacher at Crabbe Elementry. She was a great teacher that really cared about her students and wanted them to reach their potential.

John W. Thompson Wednesday October 10, 2007 at 11:49 AM

Miss Beckwith was my 6th grade homeroom and math teacher in 1969-70 at Crabbe Elementary in Ashland. As much as she tried I didn't learn math as I should have but she taught me quite a bit about respect and responsiblity. As an obnoxious white kid she "had my number" and made me tow the line,and no squirming out of it! My deepest sympathy to family and friends remaining.

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