Beckwith, Charles Douglas "Charlie" - 71, of Truro passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre after a brief illness. Born in Digby, he was a son of Jean (Ramsey) Beckwith and the late Roger Beckwith.

Charlie will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sue (Ells) Beckwith; his children, Scott and Teri Beckwith, his sister, Lorraine (Steven) Coffin; nephew, Paul (Ashley); niece, Jill.

Charlie spent most of his life in Truro.  The majority of his career was spent as a sportswriter and editor at various publications, including an extensive stint at the Truro Daily News.  His passion for sports extended to his personal life, where he coached many baseball teams and was involved in various fantasy sports and strat-o-matic hockey. This passion was only equalled by his love for music of all genres, with one of his favorite traditions being to spend a week every summer at the Halifax Jazz Festival with his daughter.

After a stroke in 2010 Charlie became very involved with the Colchester Stroke Club, where he made many good friends and was an active participant in many events.

After spending a couple of months in the hospital over the new year, he was overjoyed to get to spend a month at home, where he enjoyed many visits by family and good friends as well as quality time with much-loved cat, Chloe.

A Celebration of Charlie’s life will be held at a later date. If so desired, memorial donations to Colchester SPCA or a charity of choice are welcomed. Arrangements are entrusted to Mattatall-Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Charlie’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com