Ray Beams Obituary
Ray was born in Louisville, KY, on January 8, 1958, to Mark Buford Beams and Mary Lola Beams.
In addition to his parents, Ray is preceded is death by his daughter; Mary Lee Beams; half-brothers Charlie Smith, William Smith; half-sister, Sue and and his loving dog, Elmo.
Ray is survived by his loving wife, Alinder Sue Beams; son, Jimmy Beams; daughter, Rosanna Beams; brother Randy Beams; sister, Rebecca Beams; half-sister, Jo Helen Smith; granddaughter, Kallee Howard; and cats Huckleberry and joseph.
Ray was an avid sports lover and in his younger years enjoyed drag racing with his brother.
Ray also loved to go fishing and had fond memories of going with his mother.
Ray loved and cherished spending time with his granddaughter Kallee.
Ray was an Elder at Gateway Christian Church and deeply loved his church family.
A funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 9:00 AM at Neal Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Bellwood Cemetery in Adams TN. Visitation will be on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Pallbearers will be Don, Bradley Beams, Scotty, Brian Husley, David Douglass, and Mark Grimsley.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gateway Christian Church
1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040
People and places connected with Ray
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Ray Beams
Tell your own story about Ray
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in Ray Beams's name
How to support Ray's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Ray Beams's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored