Keith Beasley

Keith Beasley obituary, Springfield, MO

Keith Beasley

Keith Beasley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Midwest Cremation & Funeral Services, LLC - Springfield on Jul. 11, 2025.

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Walter "Keith" Beasley born January 3, 1952, in Modesto, California, to parents Walter and Elma Beasley of Ceres, California.
Keith is survived by his wife, Sandra; sons, Charles and Thomas; daughter, Jennifer Beasley Alvarez; three grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. He also leaves behind a sister, Karen Stewart and a nephew, Wesley Stewart, both of Ceres, California.
He was preceded in death by a niece, Tessa Stewart.
Keith was a plumbing contractor. He had a Refrigerant Universal Containment License and a Water Treatment License. He worked at Livermore Lab in Livermore, California, California State University Stanislaus, and The University of the Pacific, Stockton, California. Keith also served his country for 6 years in the Army National Guard.
Keith was witty and loved to joke with friends. Many people were drawn to him. He loved watching Westerns on TV and country music. He was physically always helping people and will now be able to slow down and have an eternity of peace and happiness.
A Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 2pm with a Memorial Service to follow at 3pm at Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services 2026 W. Woodland St. Springfield, MO 65807.

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