The reunion idea came from Mrs. Nellie Beckley Smith. She was the first member of the family to organize a reunion. She realized a family reunion would be an ideal solution to her dream of uniting the family. The first Beckley Family Reunion was held in Memphis, Tennessee at Fuller State Park in 1957. The second one was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in Masonic Hall in 1958. Over the years, the Beckley Reunion has grown to be the most important event in our lives. Each year, we look forward to the gatherings of the Beckleys, young and old.