Larry Beatham

Larry Beatham of Fitchburg, avid gardener; 51 FITCHBURG, MA Larry Altman Beatham, 51, died Tuesday, August 5, 2008, in Bangor Maine while vacationing. He was born October 16, 1956 in Bangor, the son of Stillman and Ruth (Carr) Beatham. Larry was known as a man of few words and always put everyone before himself. He was a loving father and spouse, and was a wise man that always lent advice. Larry loved his charitable work and was involved in; the Cancer Relay for Life, the United Way, Coins for Kids, and the St. Joseph's variety show. He loved to garden, and was an accomplished gourmet cook. He is survived by his loving Husband, Joseph Altman Beatham; sons, Bruce Altman of Fitchburg, MA, and Marc Beatham of Portland, ME; daughter; Lori Beatham of Portland, ME; brothers, Bill Beatham of Sacramento, Calif., Stephen Craig of Conn., Johnny Kimball of Ellsworth, ME, David and his wife, Nettie Beatham of Clifton, ME, James Beatham and his partner, Vickie of Old Town, ME, George and his wife, Karon Beatham of Bradford, ME; sisters, Gertrude and her husband, Gerald Folster of Brewer, ME, Phyllis and her husband, Nathan Turner of Bangor, ME, Kathleen White of Bangor, ME, and Rose and her husband, Bob Dorrance of Plymouth, ME; grandchildren, Shyneace Lopez, Megan Beatham, PJ Rodriguez, and Alex Willins; dear friends, Virginia Raliegh, Maureen Cox, and Lisa Stuart; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and step children. He also leaves behind his three dogs, Megan, Teddy, and LB. BEATHAM Service arrangements will be announced at a later date. Those wishing to remember Larry may make donations to the Aids Research Alliance, 621-A San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.