James Beale Obituary James "Jimmy" Howard Beale, Jr. June 17, 1948 - August 26, 2020 Franklin- James Howard "Jimmy" Beale, Jr., 72, passed away August 26, 2020. Jimmy was a son of the late J. Howard Beale, Sr and Jessie Smith Beale. He was also predeceased by an infant daughter. Jimmy was a member of Franklin Congregational Christian Church where he was Chairman of Deacons. He was a retired machinist in the maintenance department of International Paper Company and since his retirement was working part time for Repair Tech. He was a member of the Bronco Rod and Gun Club and a 1966 graduate of Forest Glen High School. He would have been married 39 years on October 10, 2020 to the love of his life Terri Fountain Beale. He was also a loving and devoted father and grandfather to his daughter Amy B. Drake (Matt), his sons, James Brian Beale (Lauren Leitner) and Craig Lee Beale, his grandchildren, Grady and Adalynn Drake, his mother-in-law Mary Ann Fountain and his sister-in -law Debbie F. Estienne (Mark) A private graveside service will be held at Poplar Spring Cemetery with the Rev. James H. Hyatt, Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends at Terri s house at 300 Homestead Rd., Saturday August 29 at 11:00 AM where Covid-19 restrictions will be strictly observed, masks and social distancing. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Franklin Congregational Christian Church, 412 N. High St., Franklin, VA 23851 or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at donate.lls.org Wright Funeral home has charge of arrangements. www.wrightfuneralhome.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/james-jimmy-beale-jr 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/james-beale-obituary?id13710744 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/james-h-beale-franklin-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- # Narrative Summary of the Obituary James Howard "Jimmy" Beale, Jr. passed away on 26 August 2020 at the age of 72. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, remembered for his service at Franklin Congregational Christian Church and his work as a machinist. He is survived by his loving family. # Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A private graveside service for James Howard "Jimmy" Beale, Jr. was held at Poplar Spring Cemetery. The service was officiated by Rev. James H. Hyatt, Jr. Family and friends gathered to honor his memory while observing Covid-19 restrictions. # The Edited Obituary **James "Jimmy" Howard Beale, Jr.** **17 June 1948 - 26 August 2020** Franklin - James Howard "Jimmy" Beale, Jr., 72, passed away 26 August 2020. Jimmy was a son of the late J. Howard Beale, Sr. and Jessie Smith Beale. He was also predeceased by an infant daughter. Jimmy was a member of Franklin Congregational Christian Church, where he was Chairman of Deacons. He was a retired machinist in the maintenance department of International Paper Company and, since his retirement, was working part time for Repair Tech. He was a member of the Bronco Rod and Gun Club and a 1966 graduate of Forest Glen High School. He would have been married 39 years on 10 October 2020 to the love of his life, Terri Fountain Beale. He was also a loving and devoted father and grandfather to his daughter Amy B. Drake (Matt), his sons, James Brian Beale (Lauren Leitner) and Craig Lee Beale, his grandchildren, Grady and Adalynn Drake, his mother-in-law Mary Ann Fountain, and his sister-in-law Debbie F. Estienne (Mark). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Franklin Congregational Christian Church, 412 N. High St., Franklin, VA 23851, or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at donate.lls.org. Wright Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. www.wrightfuneralhome.org # Vital Statistics Summary | Name | James Howard Jimmy Beale, Jr. | |---------|------------------------------------| | Age | 72 years | | Birth | 17 June 1948; Franklin | | Death | 26 August 2020; Franklin | # Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------------|-------------------------|--------------------------------| | James Howard Jimmy Beale, Jr. | Decedent | Franklin, VA | | Terri Fountain Beale | Spouse | Franklin, VA | | J. Howard Beale, Sr. | Parent | Unknown | | Jessie Smith Beale | Parent | Unknown | | Amy B. Drake | Child | Unknown | | James Brian Beale | Child | Unknown | | Craig Lee Beale | Child | Unknown | | Grady Drake | Grandchild | Unknown | | Adalynn Drake | Grandchild | Unknown | | Mary Ann Fountain | Mother-in-law | Unknown | | Debbie F. Estienne | Sister-in-law | Unknown | # Other Relevant Information 1. James Howard "Jimmy" Beale, Jr. was a retired machinist in the maintenance department of International Paper Company. 2. He worked part-time for Repair Tech following his retirement. 3. Jimmy was a member of Franklin Congregational Christian Church, where he served as Chairman of Deacons. 4. He was a member of the Bronco Rod and Gun Club. 5. He graduated from Forest Glen High School in 1966.