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1921
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2019
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Charles Beam Obituary
Born in Cleveland County on July 8, 1921, he was the son of the late Elzie Lee "E.L" and Della Cora Borders Beam. Charles served seven years in the Army Air Force during WWII. He was a life long and oldest member of Elizabeth Baptist Church. He loved his God, family and church. In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death by a son, Charles Lee Beam Jr.; a grandson, Bryon Jeffery Beam; a sister, Caroline Martin; two brothers, Carlton Beam and Mike Beam.
Charles is survived by his wife of 72 years, Frances Blanton Beam; four sons, Ricky Beam and wife Kay of Shelby Kenneth Beam and wife Wanda of Shelby, Chris Beam and wife Cathy of Shelby, John Beam and wife Donna of Shelby; a daughter, Sharon Beam of Concord; 12 grandchildren, Rodney, Missy, Jennifer, Jason, Jada, Crystal, Cassie, Ceph, Will, Jacob, Kassi and Austin; 20 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, at Elizabeth Baptist Church with Dr. Rit Varriale officiating.
Burial will follow with military honors at the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends an hour before the service from 1 until 2 p.m. in the sanctuary and other times at the home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory - Shelby.
Lelia Yarborough
February 10, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 8, 2019
The loss of a loved one is so hard to bear. Please find peace in God's word at Psalms 46 : 1, for your loss.
Norma Schlegel
February 7, 2019
Sending love and blessings to this wonderful Beam Family!
Tom Johnson
February 6, 2019
The Beam Family,
Charles was a long time friend of the Poston Family, Bud & Kathleen..Being married to a Poston I know all these folks are in Heaven rejoicing and singing praises. Charles was a wonderful gentleman and a devoted Christian to Elizabeth Baptist. May God provide each of you with His love and strength. Tom & Evelyn(Poston) Johnson
TERRY DAVIS
February 5, 2019
Prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Lisa LeGrand
February 5, 2019
Prayers for your family
Ken & Lori Welsh
February 5, 2019
We wish you Comfort and Peace during this difficult time.
Diane Whetstine
February 5, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all you.
Rev. Charles Reed
February 4, 2019
As Cleveland County Fair Chaplain for nearly 30 years Mr. Beam was there for the opening ceremonies every year! He was one of 2 or 3 who had attended the fair since they were an infant and his only absences were when he was away for military service. He always listed my spirits and will be greatly missed at his church, in the community, and by family and friends!
Yvonne Ellis
February 4, 2019
Mr. Charles was a good man that loved his family. So Sorry for Your loss. Prayers for The Beam Family
Susan Teddy
February 4, 2019
Charles was a second Dad to me & He always made me smile. I'll never forget during my grandmother's service, He came to represent his daughter - that meant the world to me. The Beam family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Kim Pearson
February 4, 2019
Much love to a wonderful family created by a wonderful man.
Love, Elaine and Kim
Deborah
February 4, 2019
Prayers for the family
Cindy Nardozzi
February 4, 2019
I am honored to have known Charles. He is the strongest man I've ever known. I will miss him in my life. I will keep him in my heart always. Lord lead him home and surround his family in your Grace.
Kelsey Grant
February 3, 2019
Sending love and prayers to your famil! He will truly be missed!
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