Kenneth was born in Marion to Russell and Priscilla (Snyder) Beckett and has been a life resident of Marion. He was currently working at ConAgra Foods, Peru and previously worked at Marion Community Schools and Grant Co. Sheriff Department. He was a member of First Pentecostal Church, Marion. He enjoyed playing softball and played on leagues for many years. He was an Oakland Raiders and Chicago Cubs fan. He loved spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his parents, Russell and Priscilla Beckett, Marion; daughter, Erin (Ron) Dyson, Tacoma, Wash.; son, Christopher Beckett, Tampa, Fla.; four step children, sister, Pam (Chris) Davis, Marion; granddaughter, Teyah Dyson, Tacoma, Wash.; grandmother, Virginia Beckett, Marion; uncle, Dave Beckett, Jonesboro; Bill Synder, Jr., Del Rio, Texas; aunt, Carole (Ron) Arnett, Ruidoso, New Mexico; nephews, Tim (Rachel) Riggs and Ryan (Krystal) Riggs; close friends, Kent (Kathy) Wilson; and several cousins.