Earl Beamish

Earl David Beamish age 87, of Brimley, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021, in Barbeau, Michigan. 

Earl was born on November 25, 1933, in Donaldson, Michigan to the late William and Letitia (Lundy) Beamish.  He married Arla Faye Lavender on October 30, 1954, in Pickford Michigan.  He worked for Benjamin Moore Paints in Melrose Park, Illinois for 40 years, retiring as a supervisor in 1995.  Earl enjoyed spending time with his family, going out on his boat, fishing and camping. 

Earl is survived by his children Janice Beamish-Bivona of Oakland, CA and Allan (Lynette) Beamish of Fox River Grove, IL. His grandson  Daniel (Loran) Beamish of Quincy, MA.   He is also survived by brother John Beamish and sister Clara (Tom) Johdrow. Sister-in-law Dee Musgrave and brother-in-law Calvin Lavender. His companion Joyce Gregg of Barbeau, MI, extended family especially Ryan and Jakob Hopkins. Also many nieces, nephews and good friends.   

Earl was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Arla, in 1986 and his son-in-law Robert Bivona. Earl was also preceded in death by his siblings Wilmer, Alvin, Ethel, Elma, George, Ida, Wallace, Freda, Robert. Also sister-in-law Shari Piirainen.

According to Earl’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  The family is being assisted by C.S. Mulder Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Condolences may be left online at www.csmulder.com.