Alfred Beckwith

Alfred Beckwith, age 86, of Madison/Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016.  He was born on June 3, 1930, in Madison, the son of Roy and Anna Beckwith.  Al was blessed with the gift of nine children from two marriages.  He is survived by his wife, Vivian, their three sons Cary, Michael (Renee), Brian (Fiancée-Carmen), along with five children from his previous marriage to Donna (deceased), James (Kay), Laurie (Mark), Ron, Steve (Terry) and Tammie (Brian).  He is also survived by many grandchildren & great grandchildren.  Al was preceded in death by a daughter Sandra, his parents, brothers, Jesse, Art, Chuck, Arz, and sister, Mary.Al, along with his siblings grew up in the Park St area of Madison known as "The Bush".  He attended Central High School in Madison.  He later worked for the University of Wisconsin as a concrete finisher.  In the early 1970's Al bought into his first Mobil Oil Franchise, Monroe Street Mobil.  He stayed in business at this location until purchasing Westgate Mobil located at the corner of Whitney Way and Odana Rd, at the Westgate Mall.  Over the years Westgate Mobil went through many changes, eventually becoming the first Mobil Mart in Southern Wisconsin.  He remained in business until 2000 when he sold the franchise and retired.Al had many interests, which included Art, Motorcycles, Bowling and Golf.  At an early age, he even had some of his artwork displayed at the Capitol building.  In retirement Al's love for Golf lead him to a part time position at the Odana Hills Golf Course.Al was a loving husband, father & friend.  His fun-loving smile and friendly personality will truly be missed by all.A remembrance of Al will be held from 4-7 pm, Tuesday Nov.15th at Gunderson Funeral Home on Monona Dr.  Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420