Donald V. Beebe Jr.

1960 - 2026

Donald V. Beebe, Jr.

May 17, 1960 - February 6, 2026

ARGYLE – Donald V. Beebe, Jr., 65, of Pope Hill Road, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Glens Falls Hospital, due to complications from respiratory failure. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Crystal, and his brother-in-law and dear friend, Davey Manney.

Born May 17, 1960, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Donald V. and Rosella M. (Brownell) Beebe, Sr.

Don was a 1978 graduate of Queensbury High School.

He began his 45 plus year profession in Auto Body, on Maple Street in Glens Falls and eventually moved the business Beebe's Collision, to Harrison Avenue in Hudson Falls where the business continues to operate to this day.

He married the love of his life, Crystal D. Manney on June 10, 1989, at the Glens Falls United Methodist Church.

Don was a proud member of the NRA. In his earlier years he was a Volunteer Fireman with the South Queensbury Fire Department.

Some of Don's enjoyments included baking, cooking, and gardening. He loved camping and hunting on the backside of Killington Mountain in Vermont with his good friend Barry; snowmobiling throughout the states of New York and Vermont; yearly vacations to York Beach Maine; and throwing the biggest and best Fourth of July parties. Don loved hosting parties and being around his family and friends. He looked forward to his weekly coffee visits at home with his "brother" Bill.

He was a diehard NASCAR fan and loved going to the various racetracks along the east coast – especially New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Louden. Don never missed an opportunity to cheer for his favorite driver, Jeff Gordon.

Don was blessed and proud to be "grandpa" to his only grandson, "Coopy". He was the light of Don's life and spoiled Coopy every chance he could. Whether it be sneaking him sugary snacks or buying him side by sides to drive around the yard, Don would have given him the world. He adored Coopy.

Don was a giving man to all those he knew and even those he just met. He will be remembered for his kindness to those around him.

In addition to his parents, Don is predeceased by his best friends, Norman "Stormin' Norman" Bradley, Barry Bradley, Joe Dufour, and Mike Wilcox. He is also predeceased by his in-laws, Faith Daisy Duell, Mike Bombard, Ed Manney, Lilly Bell Duell "Nan", John Duell, Billy, Cal, Pudge, Patrica Carpenter, Helen Duell, Mary Duell, and Grace Duell.

Survivors include his loving wife of 40 plus years, Crystal D. Beebe of Argyle; his sons, Nick Beebe (Jenny Boulerice) of Hudson Falls, and Donald "Doozer" Beebe and his wife, Morgan, of Queensbury; his pride and joy, grandson, Cooper "Coopy" Beebe of Hudson Falls and Noah Yell of Hudson Falls; his brother, Thomas "TJ" Beebe and his wife, Barb, of Argyle; his sister, Pam Beebe of Queensbury; nephew, Thomas "Tommy" Beebe, Jr. and his wife, Natasha, of Hudson Falls; and his great niece and great nephews, Renesmee, Thomas III, and Brantley Beebe all of Hudson Falls; and his aunts, Nancy Brownell and Sheila Brownell.

Don is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Bill Manney and his wife, Terry, of Queensbury, Dave Manney (Ruth) of South Glens Falls, and Joe Manney and his wife, Kim, of South Glens Falls; his nephews and nieces on Crystals side, Brian Manney (who also worked side by side with Don at the shop), Brandon Manney, Craig Manney, Jenna Castro, Joe, Stephanie, and Brittney.

Don leaves behind numerous dear friends. Just to name a few, his "brother", Mike "Banger" Baker (Tammy), Mike Dufour, Bob and Linda Lemieux, Jordan Monroe, Bernie "Bummy" Maynard and his wife, Margaret, Kyle Smith (Erica) who also worked with Don, and Tom Torebka (Ellie).

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Celebration of Don's Life will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 4 to 11 p.m. at the American Legion Post 574, located at 72 Pearl Street in Hudson Falls.

Don gave the precious gift of life by being an organ donor. He will continue to live on in the lives of those who received a piece of him.

His family wishes to thank the staff on the ICU at Glens Falls Hospital for the care and compassion they provided to Don and the family during this difficult time. They are truly grateful. A special thank you to Davey for being by Dons side at the hospital and with Crystal when she needed him most, and Bob and Linda Lemieux for their compassion and support through this difficult time.

Don's family has asked that those wishing to honor Don's memory, do so by contacting the Northeastern American Red Cross at 518-792-6545 and schedule a time to donate blood.