Damien D. Beckman, 36, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on January 2, 2026. He was born on May 9, 1989, in Holdrege, Nebraska, to Daniel and Joyce (McClain) Beckman.
Damien graduated from Syracuse High School, where he played football. He enjoyed cooking and spent much of his career working in the restaurant field. He loved playing in the family fantasy football league and was an avid sports fan, proudly cheering for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, the Detroit Lions, and the Los Angeles Lakers. He also treasured family movie time, especially watching comedies, thrillers, and action films.
A talented video gamer, Damien enjoyed playing with family and friends from all over. His favorite games included NBA 2K, Ark: Survival Ascended, Call of Duty, and Minecraft.
Damien is survived by his daughter, Cailey Beckman; his father, Daniel Beckman; his stepmother, Skye Beckman; his siblings, Cassandra Gerih, Desirae Young, Jenna Antillon, Joey Beckman, and Jayden Beckman; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Antillon; his stepfather, Gilberto “Gil” Antillon; and his grandparents, Patricia Smith, Edd Smith, Joy Goos, Walter Goos, and Bill Terry.
Damien will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.