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Gary Beardmore Obituary
Tempe - Gary Beardmore, 84, from Tempe, Arizona passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021 surrounded by family.He was greeted at the gates of heaven by his father, L. W. Beardmore, mother, Jennie Lenington Beardmore, his beloved Aunt Lou Fox, brothers Chuck and Dan, and great-granddaughter Vatalia.
He was born August 6, 1936 in Marrietta, Ohio and attended Community Christian Church of Tempe. His legacy of living a happy and fun-filled life will live on through his wife, Shirley, sister Betty Delancey, brother Kenny, his daughter Lise Getz, son Eric Beardmore, stepsons Gene and Steve Greenlee, stepdaughter Jackie Zebell, granddaughter Shelby Beardmore-McGrady, step-granddaughter Pamela Zebell, grandsons Jacob, Riley and Tanner Getz, stepgrandsons Paul Greenlee, Shawn Munson and Brody Willette-Zebell, and great-granddaughter Taylor Munson.
He will be remembered as someone who was exceptionally friendly and never met a stranger, loved to laugh, dance, see the bright side of life. Being a "tour guide" to visiting family and friends was one of his favorite things. He loved taking the scenic route, long walks, and travel.
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Bob Mickelson
January 18, 2025
I worked closely with Gary in the development and testing of a vortex generator that was later used to test the hypothesis that source of planet wide dust storms on Mars began with Mars equivalent of Earth dust devils. This hypothesis was borne out by testing the generator in a NASA vacuum chamber and later images by Mars orbiters. Gary was committed to excellence in his work for Arizona State University. He was a great friend for life.
Susie Peck
January 19, 2024
It was always a pleasure to work with Gary at Memory Cafe. He was so knowledgeable in so many ways and was always willing to share. Miss you already, Susie Peck
Bob Mickelson
January 19, 2022
Gary was an adventurer. He routinely drove across the United States to Ohio, which was where he originally lived. But most of all, he was a dare devil. I remember when he took the ride at the top of the Stratosphere in Las Vegas. There is no way you would ever get me on that one. Gary was a hard worker and loved his job at the wind tunnel at ASU. Gary was a great friend!
Lise Getz
January 27, 2021
Thank you to everyone who shared a fond memory of my dad, he truly loved people and loved life. Spending time with others, laughing, teaching, and making people laugh was important to him. He is missed.
Susie Peck
January 26, 2021
I met sweet Gary 4 and 1/2 years ago at Memory Cafe. His enthusiasm and energy were so enjoyable. I was always so pleased to see how he and his wife Shirley enjoyed each other's company. I will miss him at our group activities.
Lynn D.V. Neakrase
January 26, 2021
Gary and I worked closely together with wind tunnel experiments through Ron Greeley at ASU for around 8 years. All the long hours were made shorter with all the great stories and fun times we had doing science together. He taught me so much and he will be missed! I often think fondly of all the time we spent taking care of and using the wind tunnel laboratory. After retirement, he'd check in with me at the wind tunnel when he had the chance. It was always a pleasure to chat with him. Godspeed Gary! Condolences to all family and friends.
Stephanie Holaday
January 26, 2021
Gary and I meet when I came to work for Ron Greeley at ASU. He is by far one of the friendliest people I ever had the pleasure to meet and I will never forget his kindness while welcoming me into the group. He shared so many stories with me and we we spent a lot of time laughing together. After his retirement he made it a point to keep in touch as long as he could. Lots of love to his family.
Stephanie
Cindy O’Connell
January 26, 2021
I remember dancing with Gary at Memory Cafe. He loved it!
Bob Mickelson
January 26, 2021
Gary and I worked together for more than two years at the wind tunnel at ASU. This was about 20 years ago. We became good friends and shared a lot of stories. The last time I saw Gary was at Ron Greeley's funeral, where we reminisced about old times. Gary was a fine gentleman and a wonderful husband to Shirley. May the Lord be with you Gary!
Bob Mickelson
January 26, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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