of Little Rock, AR
November 1, 1923 - November 11, 2023
Allein Beall, Jr., 100, of Little Rock AR passed away peacefully on November 11, 2023 with his beloved wife, Jean Stevenson Beall, by his side. Allein met Jean on a blind date while attending the University of Arkansas and it was love at first sight. They were married in Jonesboro on August 28, 1946 and shared 77 years of marriage, one of the longest recorded in the state.
Allein was born in Helena AR on November 1, 1923 to his parents, Elizabeth ''Puds'' Coolidge Beall and Allein Beall, Sr.,
where he grew up with his older sister, Cornelia Beall Graham Hockridge, younger brother, William Upton Beall and his grandmother, Cornelia (Nina) Polk Coolidge (all of whom preceded him in death.)
Allein was a Navy Lieutenant and fighter pilot during World War II. He joined his father in the family brokerage business, The Beall Company, Inc. He was a master at wood working and restoring antiques. Allein served for many years as the Jr. and Sr. Warden at St. John's Episcopal Church.
His greatest joy and pride in life came from being ''Daddy'' to his three daughters, ''PawPaw'' to his six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren and close friends with his three sons-in-law. Just a few days before his passing, Allein celebrated his 100th birthday with family and shared many stories and adventures from his long life.
Survivors include his wife, Jean Stevenson Beall; his daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth ''Tootsie'' and Ron Hickman of Memphis, Nina and Edmond Waters of Little Rock, Jeanie and Jim Berna of Little Rock; his grandchildren, J. Hickman (Sissy), Pat Hickman (Stephanie), Laura Waters Hinson (Tommy), Angela Waters Dow, AJ Berna (Liz), Nate Berna and 13 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will take place at Maple Hill Cemetery in Helena on Thursday, November 16th at 1 pm.
A memorial service will be held at St. Andrews Anglican Church in Little Rock on Friday, November 17th at 11 am.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Johns Episcopal Church in Helena, St. Andrews Anglican Church in Little Rock or to a charity of your choice.
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6 Condolence(s)
Terri Bach
Saturday, November 18, 2023
Jeanie, so sorry for your loss!
I remember we talked about your parents so many times. Sure a wonderful legacy your father had.
Miss seeing you!
Prayers and love headed your way.
Terri
Jennifer Beall Saxton
Saturday, November 18, 2023
AJ, Jeanie and families - I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my distant cousin! One of these days we’re going to figure out exactly how we’re all related. What an inspiration he is and how lucky for you all to celebrate his centennial with him only 2 weeks ago! I’m sure he will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Beall Saxton
Saturday, November 18, 2023
AJ, Jeanie and families - I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my distant cousin! One of these days we’re going to figure out exactly how we’re all related. What an inspiration he is and how lucky for you all to celebrate his centennial with him only 2 weeks ago! I’m sure he will be greatly missed.
Rob Barrow
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
I was privileged to be Mr. Beall's physician during the early years after he moved to Little Rock. When I was a child he and his family lived next door to my Grandmother on Perry St. in Helena. He was a very kind and interesting man. He deserved his long life and wore it well.
Becky Tanner
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Jeanie, oh what a legacy your dad has left! I was thoroughly inspired by this write up. 100 years is remarkable! Having been married for 77 years, it’s quite a statement of the husband that he was. Allein and Jean, what a delightful couple! ……. You and Jim are right there with them. You two are inspiring as well! I am sad with you yet celebrate such an incredible life! Much love and prayers for the family! Becky Tanner
Jan
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
We have all been blessed by his life, beautifully loved, and in the legacy his life that lives on????????