Beacraft, William

William Edward Beacraft Sr., age 90, of Elm Street, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010 at Kingston Nursing Center. Mr. Beacraft was born May 26, 2010 in Sanatoga, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Orton and Cora Gorbutt Beacraft. After serving in the United States Army during World War II, Mr. William worked with Firestone Tire and Rubber and retired after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Pottstown, PA, the Veterans Home Association, and Veteran of Foreign Wars of the United States. Surviving Mr. Beacraft are his wife of 64 years, Alice Miller Beacraft of the home; one son, William Edward Beacraft Jr. of Downingtown, P.A.; one daughter, Cory Shelley and her husband Frank of Aynor, S.C.; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. He was predeceased by one daughter, Sherry Mahoney; three brothers; and one sister. The family would like to thank the staff of Kingston Nursing Home for all their care and love that was shown. A Memorial service will be held for Mr. Beacraft at a later date. Mr. Beacraft and his family are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home of 290 9th Ave. Aynor, SC 29511.