George Delmar Beeman Jr.

George D. Beeman Jr., a resident of St. Louis, MO, passed away on March 19, 2024, at the age of 90, from complications arising from a three-year battle against vascular dementia. He was born on August 3, 1933, George lived a life filled with diverse experiences and passions. George enlisted in the U.S. Army from 1953 until 1955, serving as a Field Wireman. He received a National Defense Service Medal and was very proud of his service. He worked as a forklift operator in a warehouse during his working years. Outside of work, to satisfy his wife’s love for fishing, he had several boats and loved being on the river with a cold beer. George had a penchant for excitement and enjoyed trips to Las Vegas, where he indulged in the thrill of gambling. He enjoyed these trips with his wife and friends. In his spare time, George found joy in building model cars and collecting diecast cars, showcasing his talent for craftsmanship and appreciation for vintage automobiles. A collector at heart, George accumulated various treasures throughout his life, each holding a special memory or significance to him. His dedication to his hobbies and interests brought him fulfillment and joy that he shared with those around him. George also served his community as Councilman of Ward III, for the City of Breckenridge Hills from 2005 to 2023. He was appointed to positions such as Treasurer and Purchasing multiple times while he served as Councilman of Ward III. George was always willing to donate his time for special projects as well as any other city sponsored events, from holiday celebrations to city wide clean up etc. Because of his dedicated service to the city, the Mayor approved the city clerk to close city hall during the service time so employees can attend and pay their respects to George and the Beeman family He was preceded in death by his wife, Violet (Pollard) Beeman; half-sister, Vivian (Charles) Perry; and adopted mother, Ruth Murray and adopted father, Charles Murray. George is survived by sons: Charles (Rio) Beeman of St. Peters, Missouri and Dennis (Paula) Beeman of St. Ann, Missouri; stepson, Jerry (Tena Holmes-Trent) Trent of East St. Louis, Illinois; step-grandchildren: Marley Hall, Jerry Trent Jr., and David Trent; step-great grandchildren: Corey Trent and Jesse Trent; and niece, Penny (Raymond) Amos of St. Peters, Missouri. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until service time at 12:00 p.m. at Valhalla Chapel of Memories, 7600 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Louis, Missouri, 63133. Burial will follow at Valhalla Cemetery with full Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association of Great Missouri, 11433 Olde Cabin Road, Suite 100, Creve Coeur, Missouri, 63141

George Delmar Beeman Jr.

August 3, 1933 - March 19, 2024