City historian Jack Becvar – the first president of the Greater Kent Historical Society – has died.<\/p>\n
Becvar, 85, died peacefully May 25 at his Kent home. He served as president of the Greater Kent Historical Society from 1992-96. He led the effort to incorporate the group as a non-profit in 1993 and helped raise funds to open a museum. He was the first executive director of the Kent Historical Museum.<\/p>\n
“He worked tirelessly over may long hours, leading in the formation of the society, developing its mission and strategy, developing a relationship with the city and creating a legacy that will continue for generations to come,” according to a statement from the Greater Kent Historical Society.<\/p>\n
Becvar also was involved with the Kent Downtown Partnership.<\/p>\n
“It is with a heavy heart to let you know that Jack Becvar, who was very involved with the Kent Downtown Partnership’s Design Committee and a city historian has passed away,” read a Kent Downtown Partnership statement. “Jack will be missed dearly.”<\/p>\n
Becvar graduated in 1952 from Kent-Meridian High School, part of the first graduating class from the new school. He worked for Boeing. He was an active member in the Puget Sound Theatre Organ Society.<\/p>\n
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, MaryLou; daughters Robin and Jackie; two sisters, Helen and Sheri; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.<\/p>\n
• A memorial service is set for 1 p.m. Friday, June 29, at First Christian Church of Kent, 11717 SE 240th St.<\/p>\n
• The Kent Historical Society will have a celebration of life and dedication for Becvar from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, at the Kent Historical Museum, 855 E. Smith St. Anyone planning to attend should RSVP by July 6 to Stephen Chandler at stephenchandler58@yahoo.com or call 253-720-8658.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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