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1939
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2018
Norman Beals Obituary
Norman was the son of Norman Beals, of Godfrey, Illinois, and Martha Mae "Betty" Shaw of Clayton, Missouri, he leaves behind his beloved wife of 43 years Paula Beals; sister Karen Alexander Biase of Guerneville, California; half-siblings, Daryl Kaufman, David Beals, Lauren Beals all of Oregon, and Susan (John) Mattingly of California; son Galen Beals of Los Angeles, California; daughters, Lisa Bevineau and Sara (Tony) Hicks-Budde of Worden, Illinois; grandchildren, Connor (Nino) Beals of Seattle, Washington, Alexander, Tessa, Briuanna, Jewella and Estella Bevineau, Hayden Hicks and Zaeyn Budde all of Worden, Illinois; nieces, Christina (Kenny) Petersen, Rebecca (Patrick) Jacobs of California, Jill (Christopher) Mikula of Pennsylvania; nephews Michael (Carole) Greenfield of Massachusetts, Jeffrey (Joy) Greenfield of Kentucky.
Norman graduated from SIU Carbondale with majors in English and art. He was a guitarist who had a long career playing flamenco, jazz, Rock n' Roll and country music in Chicago, San Francisco, New York City and the St. Louis area.
He was Mr. Mom to his kids and was a loving and patient man who fought a long valiant battle against a relentless disease, never losing his positive attitude.
In his memory, donations may be made to Michael J. Fox Organization, APDA or to First Christian Church, Edwardsville, Illinois. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.herrfuneral.com.
Visitation: Friends may visit the family from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, at First Christian Church, Edwardsville.
Funeral: Funeral service for Norman will be noon Wednesday, Nov. 21, at First Christian Church, Edwardsville, with Pastor James Brooks officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates, Glen Carbon, Illinois.
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Sara Beals
November 14, 2022
Sara Beals
November 14, 2022
Sara Beals
November 14, 2022
I miss you more and more each day as it comes to your four year anniversary, I can't believe it's been that long since you've been gone! Forever ur Princess
Ur Princess
November 13, 2021
Words can not express how much love and miss you Dad. 3yrs already seems so unreal.
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November 27, 2018
Sincere condolences to the Beals Family in the loss of your loved one. Please find comfort in knowing God is close to the brokenhearted. May God comfort you during this difficult time and give you peace and strength to endure in the days ahead (Jeremiah 29:11,12).
Sara Hicks-Budde
November 21, 2018
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
I love you daddy!
Susan Mattingly
November 21, 2018
Paula and children so sorry for the loss of Norman but he is in a better place where he has no more pain or illness. Wish we could be there. love you all Susan and John Mattingly
D. Williams
November 21, 2018
Please take this loving promise from God and let it cover you like a blanket and comfort you as you mourn.
Dennis Ringering
November 21, 2018
So sorry to hear - I always enjoyed talking with Norman and remember the friendship he shared with Mike Smith.
November 21, 2018
Paula and Norman's determination and liveliness inspired us.
Our sympathies to you all.
-Norman and Peggy Mueller
Don and Toni Oplt
November 21, 2018
Paula, we hold you and your children and grandchildren deep within our hearts today and always. Norm was such a strong presence in our lives and we cherish knowing him and knowing you. "Friends" cannot describe the connection we feel with all of you; it is too deep.
Maureen Bailey
November 21, 2018
Norman & Paula -
You two were a tremendous couple - loving each other through all kinds of life! I'm so very glad I had the pleasure of knowing him! His strong spirit was apparent even when his body was tired. He leaned on you as you had done for each other your whole lives. My thoughts are with you Paula. May all the wonderful memories help you smile through the tears. I am here for you. ❤
Jill Mikula
November 20, 2018
Paula, Sara and Lisa- all of our love to you. We are so sorry that Norm will not be where you will see him supporting you, but now he will be with you everywhere you are lifting you up.
Tara McCann
November 20, 2018
In loving memory and my sympathies to the family I loved Norman like he was my father and considered them all family
Martha Towner
November 20, 2018
Paula and family. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I used to babysit the girls when I lived in Edwardsville and they were very young. I am the adoptive mother of Christopher. I last saw you as a Master Gardner volunteer in Edwardsville. Take care. Such a great loss. So very sorry for your loss.
Keith/Barb Durham
November 20, 2018
Dear Paula and family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for Norman's passing.
God Bless.
Keith and Barb
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