John William Bealer

John William Bealer obituary, Murrells Inlet, SC

John William Bealer

John Bealer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Jan. 28, 2026.
John William Bealer, 82, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 26, 2026, at his residence. He was born on March 26, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son of the late, John Joseph Bealer and Agnes Olsen Bealer.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sons, John David Bealer and Joseph Bealer; as well as a brother, Robert Bright.

Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Gertrude "Trudie" Anne Bealer of Murrells Inlet, SC; two sons, Robert Walter Bealer and his wife, Ellen of Greenfield, MA and Michael William Bealer of Myrtle Beach, SC; one sister, Karen Nowack and her husband, John of Murrells Inlet, SC; and three grandchildren, Mackenzie, Demetri, and Connor.

John proudly served in the United States Navy. He went on to work for Lockheed Martin and retired from the company after many years of dedicated service. He enjoyed spending time fishing, watching his favorite tv shows, playing cards, and exploring through Brookgreen Gardens with his wife. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge in Surfside Beach, SC, where he met many people.

There are no formal service planned.

Condolences may be made at www.burroughsfh.com

Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Services (843.651.1440) of Murrells Inlet, SC is assisting the family with arrangements.

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