of Little Rock, AR
December 25, 2017
Eugene Beavers, 87, of Little Rock passed away Monday, December 25 surrounded by his family. He was born March 16, 1930 in Hot Springs to the late A. J. Beavers and Osie Vaughan Beavers. He was an active member of The Church at Rock Creek in Little Rock and had served as Deacon at Geyer Springs First Baptist Church for many years. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Orville Beavers, Arlie Beavers and Kenneth Beavers.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Louise Beavers of Little Rock and his children, Garry (Elizabeth) Beavers of Little Rock, Wanda (John) Strode of Jonesboro and Lori (Jay) Hale of Sherwood. He is also survived by granddaughters, Carrie (Josh) Swinea of Desha and Emily Strode of Jonesboro and two great-granddaughters Emory Swinea and Hadden Swinea both of Desha.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for several years. He was employed as an accountant with a Ford dealership in Little Rock for 28 years and received the Ford Accounting Excellence Award for many years. He enjoyed woodworking and crafts with his wife during his retirement years. Gospel music was a favorite of his and he sang bass in a Gospel Quartet for many years.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Roller Chenal Funeral Home with a visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Bryant.
Pallbearers are Bob Anthony, Kenneth Beavers Jr., Lawrence Blackmon, Scott Christensen, Greg Dalton and Terry Robertson. Honorary pallbearers are Johnny Biggs, Ed Culin, Leon Gray, John Harrison, Larry Lovett, Bob Morton and John Ross.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Good Shepherd Physical Therapy team.
Memorials may be made to Ridgefield Christian School Theater Department, 3824 Casey Springs Road, Jonesboro, AR 72404; Desha First Baptist Church, PO Box 129 , Desha, AR 72527 or The Church at Rock Creek, 11500 West 36th Street, Little Rock, AR 72211.
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11 Condolence(s)
Sheila Burns
Monday, January 15, 2018
Mr. Beavers' son Garry and I were coworkers and I learned a lot about his father and mother. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and pray for peace for the family. You will continue to be in my prayers.
LaTasha Stephens
Thursday, January 4, 2018
My prayers and condolences to the family. Mr. Beaver was a kind, generous man. He made sure that my family were ok at the house that we rent from them. I loved to hear him talk about different things that went on his life. Always positive and gave the best advice. He loved my fried chicken. REST IN PEACE Soldier
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Donna Jeakle
Monday, January 1, 2018
So sorry to hear of Mr Beavers death. Of course I remember him as Gary's dad and he and his wife were very nice to me when we would go to Gary's house to work on homework. Such a loss on Christmas Day.
BILL AND BECKY ROGES
Monday, January 1, 2018
SO SORRY TO SEE THAT YOUR DAD PASTED AWAY. WE REMEMBER HIM WELL AND MISS YOUR FAMILY AT CHURCH. GREAT MUSICAL MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US AS WE SEND OUR PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
BILL AND BECKY ROGERS
Stacy Dalton
Monday, January 1, 2018
What a wonderful, faithful and loving Christian legacy he left for his precious family.
Janet Williams
Saturday, December 30, 2017
Such wonderful memories of your family! Hugs and prayers as you celebrate a life well lived!ðŸ™ðŸ»
Pat McCammon
Friday, December 29, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Gene. I worked for him in Little Rock and was one of the best bosses I have ever had. Prayers for the family.
David and Linda Smith
Friday, December 29, 2017
Wanda and Lori, you and your families are in our prayers. We know how difficult it is to lose your father. I'm sorry we won't be able to be there.
Walter and Mary Daves
Friday, December 29, 2017
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you in your loss.
Carol and Bill Greene
Friday, December 29, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Loyce Hern
Friday, December 29, 2017
We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.