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Helen Sloan Brown Beacham JACKSONVILLE - Helen Sloan Brown Beacham, 93 of Jacksonville, N.C. passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at New Hanover Hospital in Wilmington, N.C. The funeral is Saturday, March 9 at 11:00 am, at the First Baptist Church on Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville. The graveside service will be held at Onslow Memorial Park, Richlands Hwy in Jacksonville, followed by a light lunch at the restaurant, 255 Hwy 17 South, adjacent to the Highway Patrol office. Carl Julius Beacham, Sr., and grandson, Graham Beacham, precede Helen Beacham in death. Her surviving children are, Carl J. Beacham, Jr., Fred E. Beacham, Judy B. Stephenson, Jane B. Sortino, Steve Beacham, Helen B. Aitken and Joanne B. McNamara. Grandchildren surviving are, Carl Beacham, III, Stephen Beacham, Allison Smith, Jennifer Person, Jerry Stephenson, Jr., Roxanne Manley, Stephen Sortino, Jr., Heather Pace, Jason Beacham, Joshua Beacham, Stephanie Beacham, Will Aitken, Hunter McNamara, Caitlin McNamara and Keegan McNamara. There are also seventeen great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations go to the Carl and Helen Beacham Scholarship Fund at Coastal Carolina Community College 444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, N.C. 28546. The family will receive friends at Jones Funeral Home in Jacksonville Friday, March 8, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Mar. 8, 2013.

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Sharon Murray

March 15, 2013

We were sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Beacham..Our thoughts are with the family..
Rufus & Sharon Murray
Swansboro, N.C.

Sabrina Galloway

March 14, 2013

Sorry to hear of Mrs. Beacham's passing, I have heard what a wonderful women she was from her grandchildren. I know she will be missed.

Cindy McGinnis

March 13, 2013

My sympathy and prayers go out to the family! Aunt Helen was a special lady! R.I.P Aunt Helen

Bea Oettinger

March 13, 2013

To all of our wonderful Beacham friends...We are saddened to hear of your loss of Helen. She was truly a lovely southern lady. You are in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers. We live in Charlotte now and still miss wonderful Jacksonville friends, such as you. Melvin and I send our condolences and warmest wishes...Bea Oettinger

Fran Hunter

March 13, 2013

Fred & Carl, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your Mother. May God Bless each of you & your families & may you find much comfort in sharing and remembering so many wonderful stories.

Laurie Kiernan-Wuchter

March 12, 2013

so sorry to hear about Mrs. Beacham. She was always so kind to my parents, my family and myself. I loved to hear her talk with that wonderful southern accent. she will be missed. Her children and grand children were here pride. my heart is with each of you at this time. we are never ready for this. although i know she is in Heaven as my parents, we will miss them so much.Her faith was so important to her...
God's Blessings to you all.
Laurie Kiernan Wuchter

March 12, 2013

I never had the gift of meeting Mrs. Beacham, but I felt I knew her. My daughter, Lauren was one of her caregivers and I saw Laurens' "job" blossom into a loving caring relationship. Lauren spoke highly of the family and enjoyed her time with "Ms. B". She will always have a special place in my daughters heart. Sincerely, Mrs. Lynne Fink

Roberta Fountain

March 12, 2013

I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. She was a great lady and a good friend to my mother. I know it is so hard to lose one's mother, having just lost mine. I know your prayers were with me, and now mine are with you, too.
Much love,

michelle carrier

March 11, 2013

I am so glad that I was blessed with meeting her in my short time I have been here in the Jacksonville area. She was definitely a special lady. :)
Michelle, Home Health Physical Therapist

Johnny Nichols

March 11, 2013

To all the Beacham's. Her home was always a welcome spot for me while i was growing up with Judy, Freddie and Jane. She was always serving something or had something going on. She will be missed by many, many people.

March 11, 2013

Your Mother was a TRUE southern lady. We had many great times at your house. Oh the food she could make, and always made you feel welcome. We share your sorrow. Brenda Melton Petteway

March 10, 2013

Mrs. Beacham was the sweetest lady and I will always remember her as being a kind and caring person. I always felt welcome in her home...her door was always open to Joanne's high school friends.
To the Beacham family- you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jane Hamilton Henderson

Ryan Cannon

March 10, 2013

I have many fond memories of Mrs. Beachham. She was always a lovely and gracious person. Condolences to the family.

March 9, 2013

Your mother was the sweetest of sweet, one of the very best. I will always have fond memories of her. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Helen and Gene Aman

Mike Sokolow

March 9, 2013

Het Steve, bad news I know, but 93, AWESOME!You and Teresa take care.

Barbara Widener

March 9, 2013

We remember Helen with great fondness from our days in Jacksonville in the 70's and 80's. She was a treasure!
Ed and Barbara Widener

March 8, 2013

You all are in my prayers. Helen was a special lady. Carl and Helen is my dads aunt and uncle. (Roscoe Scott)
Cindy Scott Barnes

Shayne Mullins (Bynum)

March 8, 2013

Fred, Ann, and Jennifer, I am so sorry
to hear about your loss. Your mother was a very special lady. You are in my prayers.

Lisa McGinnis

March 8, 2013

I am very sorry to learn of her passing. I have so many fond memories of her from my childhood. Her kindness and care was always in abundance. I pray for each and everyone of her family members and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Alletta Farnell

March 8, 2013

Your mother was a wonderful woman. My prayers go out to her family.

Andy Owings Sr - Andy Owings Music Center

Andy Owings, Sr

March 8, 2013

My thoughts are with you at this time. Many fond memories of the family.

Wanda Whited

March 8, 2013

May God Bless you at this time of sorrow.

Sonya Becham

March 8, 2013

Mrs Beacham was always so kind, loving & gracious. Her legacy lives on in the lives of people she has touched. Prayers for comfort and peace are extended to the entire family.

March 8, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to each of the Beacham family... God be with you!

Grover and Esher Smith

Alyce (Don) Horne

March 8, 2013

Mr. Fred, I became acquainted with your Mother many years ago and felt her kindness and love immediately. We always enjoyed our "aisle visits" at Belk's. She touched my life and I would so love to be more like her. Sympathy to all the family. Blessings!

John Marshall

March 8, 2013

Mrs. Beacham was one of the sweetest, kindest people on earth, and so much so to me all the hours spent at the Beacham house growing up. My thoughts are with you all.

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