Loretta Beam

1930 - 2011

Loretta Beam obituary, 1930-2011, Nebo, NC

BORN

1930

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Kirksey Funeral Home

406 Lenoir Road

Morganton, North Carolina

Loretta Beam Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 2, 2011.

Loretta Beam, 80, of, Nebo, NC, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Autumn Care of Marion. She was born in Avery County, NC, to the late David Thomas Dellinger and Gertrude Nicole Burleson Dellinger.

Mrs. Beam is preceded in death by her husband Rev. Fred Beam, Jr.; and two brothers and five sisters.

She is survived by a son Jay Beam, wife Linda, of Nebo, Steve Beam, wife Virginia, of Forest City, Danita Gibbs, husband Joseph, of Nebo, Donna Thomas, husband Keith, of Marion, Patricia Simon, husband Dean, of Lawndale; Grandchildren Steve, Jr., Joshua, Jakan, Nikki, Zach, Xandi, Zach Thomas, Devon Thomas, Jamie Crist, and Shawna Khan,; and eight Great-Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 4, 2011 at McCall Memorial Chapel at Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion with the Rev. Mark Lawing, and Rev. Steve Beam officiating. Visitation will be Thursday February 3, 2011 at Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Interment will be at Hillcrest Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family.

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March 4, 2011

Loretta and I were pen pals for 14 years. You learn alot about friends in letters. Loretta was truly a Christian lady. She loved her family and spoke so often about her children being so devoted to her and always doing so much for her. You are in my prayers and I miss her friendship very much. Georgia Smith, Winston-Salem,nc

February 15, 2011

Marilyn Mainer

Danita, I'm so sorry, we can never be prepared for such a loss. I lost my precious Mother just December and I know how you're hurting. I also wonder if the pain will ever ease. Your friend, Marilyn

February 7, 2011

Don Roland

Steve&Brandy
Sorry for your loss,if Barbara & I can do anything, please don't hesitate to call.
Don & Barbara Roland

February 4, 2011

Lou Anne Burleson Clark

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your precious mother and my cousin. May God give you comfort and peace during this time of grief. Lou Anne Burleson Clark

February 4, 2011

Dear Donna and family, my heart felt thoughts are with each of you at this time. This is truly one of the best all around families that I have EVER known. Each one of you demonstrate traits of your parents and grandparents. You all are truly blessed to have had such wonderful inspiration to follow. Please know that I am thinking about each of you and praying that God will give you the grace you need to get through this difficult time. The Beam family is one that has been blessed by wonderful God fearing parents and that treasure will be with each of you forever. I hope you all find comfort in the Lord and all of the friends in each one of your lives. God bless each one of you. Pam Clark

February 4, 2011

Ray & Rhonda Price

Dearest Beam family,
We are sad to hear of your loss. We did not know in time to visit, but know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Loretta was one-of-a-kind, geniune, just like Fred. There is rejoicing in Heaven, shouting and new life today, because of a life given and a life taken. Will continue to pray our Father's mercy will extend as long as you need it. Love you all,
Ray, Rhonda, Matthew & Andy, Faye Pack

February 4, 2011

Loretta was a very sweet lady. I enjoyed our trips together with Angela & Trish. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Love and concern,
Ann Bumgarner

February 4, 2011

Sorry for the loss of your Mother,we cousins are certainly going to miss her too.Will keep the family in our prayers...Leota Garrison Morganton NC

February 4, 2011

Cheryl Davis

To the Beam family- My thoughts and Prayers are with you. May you find peace in knowing she is at rest and find comfort in your memories.
Donna- Thank you for arranging for our visit with her on the mountain last summer. It is a special memory I will cherish.

February 3, 2011

Revonda West

Jay & Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you guys,
Revonda Plemmons West

February 3, 2011

Trish~
Sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. We will all be praying for you and your family in this time of need.
Mark Newton and fellow employees at Shelby Bridge Yard

February 3, 2011

Tamora Cook

To each of the Beam family - Your mother/grandmother/great-grandmother was truly blessed to have such a wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was blessed by the pictures posted on this website. You can't help but smile at some of them. Keep those memories in your heart and know that your mother loved each of you very much.

February 3, 2011

Wanda Dillingham

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

February 3, 2011

DeAnna Locke

I went to Nebo Elementary with Pat and rode the bus with her. So sorry for the loss of your mother. I am thinking of you and your whole family during this time. DeAnna L. Locke

February 3, 2011

Please accept our sincere condolances. Your Mother and Father were wonderful people. In His love and with our prayers, Jim and Maxine Buchanan

February 3, 2011

Ron Beam

Dear Family, May God bring you comfort and peace in your time of sorrow,you are in our prayers.

February 2, 2011

Hoyt and Sandra Lytle

Donna and Family: I am sorry for your loss. I did not get to know your mother very well but if she was anything like you Donna, I know she was a wonderful woman. I Pray God gives you all the strenth you need to get through this trying time in your lives. May he truly uplift and strengthen you all...

February 2, 2011

Tony &Carol Thomas

We are so sorry for your loss,if you need anything let us know

February 2, 2011

Wanda Hairfield

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