James "Jamie" Franklin Beck, Jr.

James “Jamie” Franklin Beck, Jr., 53, of Richland, GA., died Thursday, April 16, 2026 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home. Rev. Chris Turner will officiate.

Jamie was born in Columbus, GA to James Franklin Beck, Sr., and Pauline Carter. He was a kind hearted person who loved to help people as he was able. Jamie was free spirited and marched to the beat of his own drum. He loved adventures and spent time traveling the country on his motor cycle. Jamie loved his daughters and was proud to be a Papa. He looked forward to spending time with is new grandson.

He was preceded in death by his father, James Franklin Beck, Sr.

Survivors include, his mother, Pauline Carter, his daughters, Kayla Nicole Smith (Mike), and Haley Leah Beck, his grandson Brooks Tyler Smith, his siblings, Tara Bauman (Richard), Jerel Beck and Crystal Weldin (Kevin), three nieces, five nephews, one great niece, many cousins and Andrea Greene who was a steady presence in his life.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 24, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home.

Those desiring may make donations in memory of Jamie to support his daughters and grandson https://venmo.com/u/kaylabeck0518 or contact Mathews Funeral Home.