Jerry Robert "Papaw" Beasley

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Jerry Beasley Obituary

Name: Visitation for Jerry Robert "Papaw" Beasley
Start: 2021-01-20T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Mount Vernon Baptist Church

BEASLEY, Jerry Robert "Papaw", 77, of Mechanicsville, went to be with our Lord on January 15, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, McCreary and Myrtle Beasley. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Diane "Mamaw"; his children, Amy Barnes (Pete), Caitlin Gallegos (Samuel), Amy Adams and Lisa Crown (Chris); brothers, Gary (Barbara) and Donald (Beth); grandchildren, Justin, Daisy, Dillon, Preston, Dora, Sophia, Luke and Miguel; and a special delivery expected in July. Jerry graduated from Warwick High School in 1961. He was a specialist in the U.S. Army Reserves. He worked for the Department of Defense until he retired in 1998 as a supervisory management analyst. He then enjoyed 18 years as a contractor, management analyst. He was a longtime member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Nuckols Road. Jerry and Diane loved to travel whether by sailboat, car, plane or bicycle. Jerry's favorite spots always included water and sunrises. He had many hobbies including sailing, golf and cycling. He was the family grill master and mashed potato maker. He loved to entertain his many friends strumming the guitar, playing harmonica and singing his favorite songs. Papaw instilled old school values, while never taking life too seriously. His fun loving spirit followed him wherever he went. He was a true family man, and his spirit will live on forever! A Celebration of Life will take place 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 11220 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen, with the family to receive friends at noon. Interment will follow in Mount Vernon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Jerry's name to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jan. 17, 2021.

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Rob and Evelyn Moes

January 31, 2021

Our sincere condolences to you with the loss of Jerry. We loved seeing him every year in Daytona Beach. He was such a sweet man who loved to talk with everyone. We will miss seeing him in his baseball cap and his big friendly smile . Praying for you and your family as you will miss him but so thankful for the assurance of eternal life we are blessed to know

Jerry and Carol Moes

January 26, 2021

So sorry for ur loss, such wonderful memories in Florida, a sweet fun man he was. We will miss seeing him there

Terry and Diana Hutchens

January 21, 2021

We were so sorry to hear about Jerry. He loved to sail, to laugh, and his family and friends. He was such a great person and made an amazing and entertaining dock neighbor. We can hear him now playing Jimmy Buffet on his guitar. All of your marina friends are sending our best thoughts and wishes to you, Diane, and the family. Terry and Diana Hutchens

Priscilla Trantham Estrada

January 20, 2021

My cousin Jerry was a good, kind, loving man. I am going to miss you so much. Diane and family, you were blessed with a good father, grandfather and husband. I only have good memories of our childhood and as adults with you. May all of us feel the presence of God during this time of sadness. I am sending love and prayers.

Doug Rowell

January 17, 2021

My sisters' boyfriend then husband Jerry was an Awesome Big Brother to me.
We played hours of Scrabble and cards, he let me tag along to drive-in moovies, had me caddy for him and tried to get me interested in golf. Maybe I'll start now.
Ran into him in 2017 at Gloucester Marina, he introduced me to his sailing buddies there, we had a Great time.
Jerry came and met me to visit Mom, we played crazy 8's just before she passed, we had the Best time; of course Mom won the most games.
He was Always a positive kind and strong influence that I will Never forget.
Love You Man!
God Bless!
"Fair winds and following seas and long may your big jib draw!"

David Rathbone

January 17, 2021

Prayers for the family. Another Angel is now singing in Heaven's Choir. I remember the many times growing up that Jerry and the rest of the Beasley cousins would come to NC to visit in the summers. May God's love embrace the family and give you peace. We do Celebrate Jerry's life and all the love and laughs he shared with so many people.

Diane Henry

January 16, 2021

Thoughts and prayers are with the family. We have shared so many wonderful memories between North Carolina and Virginia. I am so thankful that I got to come to Virginia last March to visit my cousins and their spouses. Jerry is no longer suffering and in the arms of Jesus and many loved ones in heaven. I pray for God´s peace and comfort during these difficult days. Love to all.

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