Ryland Beale Obituary Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. March 9, 1930 - June 12, 2015 Courtland - Mr. Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. passed away on Friday, June 12, 2015, at age 85 in his hometown of Courtland, VA. He died after a long battle with several health issues. He was surrounded by his loving family. Ryland was born on March 9, 1930 in Franklin, VA to Ryland and Bessie Beale. He grew up in Southampton County, VA and graduated from Courtland High School in 1947. He obtained a BS degree in Animal Husbandry in 1951 from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (now Virginia Tech). He served in the United States Air Force as an Officer of Special Investigations (OSI) until he was Honorably Discharged in 1972 as a Major. He was a member of the Courtland Masonic Lodge No. 85 for 60 years. Ryland was the owner/operator of Beale Farms for 64 years. He was widely known in the area for his unique work ethic. He was consulting with his farm colleagues and employees through his final days. He was predeceased by his parents, Ryland and Bessie Beale; his sister, Bess B. Atkins; and brother-in-law, Sgt. Samuel Atkins. Ryland is survived by his wife of 63 years, Alice Creager Beale of Courtland, VA; two daughters, Deborah A. Beale and husband, Oma (Doodle) Underwood of Courtland, VA; Sarah Beale Cobb and husband, Jerrel Wood Cobb, Jr. (Jerry) of Holly Springs, NC; two grandchildren, Shannon Beale Cobb (Emory University in GA) and Jerrel Wood Cobb, III (UNC in Chapel Hill); and three nieces, Betsy A. Wegman and husband, Otto of Christiansburg, VA; Verna A. Tanner of Boydton, VA; and Mary Lou Harris of Blackstone, VA. His life was filled with pets and livestock that he adored, especially little Buddy. A memorial service will be held at graveside in the Poplar Spring Cemetery in Franklin, VA on Monday, June 15, 2015 at 11:00 am. Wright Funeral Home will be in charge of all arrangements. Any donations may be shared with Agriculture In The Classroom in lieu of flowers. Send to: 12580 West Creek Parkway, Richmond, VA 23238-1110. Ryland lived an amazing life centered around nature. He encourages all of you to reconnect with your "roots" and enjoy what you do every day. www.wrightfuneralhome.org Ryland Beale Obituary (1930 - 2015) - Franklin, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/3191901 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/ryland-beale-obituary?id=22048609 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/ryland-f-beale-courtland-va/ 4) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/alice-c-beale-courtland-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr., born 9 March 1930 in Franklin, VA, passed away on 12 June 2015 at age 85 in Courtland, VA. He was a Major in the USAF and owner/operator of Beale Farms. He was predeceased by his parents and sister, and survived by his wife, two daughters, and grandchildren. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A memorial service for Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. was held graveside in the Poplar Spring Cemetery in Franklin, VA on 15 June 2015 at 11:00 am. Wright Funeral Home managed the arrangements. ### The Edited Obituary Ryland Beale Obituary Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. 9 March 1930 - 12 June 2015 Courtland - Mr. Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. passed away on Friday, 12 June 2015, at age 85 in his hometown of Courtland, VA. He died after a long battle with several health issues. He was surrounded by his loving family. Ryland was born on 9 March 1930 in Franklin, VA to Ryland and Bessie Beale. He grew up in Southampton County, VA and graduated from Courtland High School in 1947. He obtained a BS degree in Animal Husbandry in 1951 from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (now Virginia Tech). He served in the United States Air Force as an Officer of Special Investigations (OSI) until he was Honorably Discharged in 1972 as a Major. He was a member of the Courtland Masonic Lodge No. 85 for 60 years. Ryland was the owner/operator of Beale Farms for 64 years. He was widely known in the area for his unique work ethic. He was consulting with his farm colleagues and employees through his final days. He was predeceased by his parents, Ryland and Bessie Beale; his sister, Bess B. Atkins; and brother-in-law, Sgt. Samuel Atkins. Ryland is survived by his wife of 63 years, Alice Creager Beale of Courtland, VA; two daughters, Deborah A. Beale and husband, Oma (Doodle) Underwood of Courtland, VA; Sarah Beale Cobb and husband, Jerrel Wood Cobb, Jr. (Jerry) of Holly Springs, NC; two grandchildren, Shannon Beale Cobb (Emory University in GA) and Jerrel Wood Cobb, III (UNC in Chapel Hill); and three nieces, Betsy A. Wegman and husband, Otto of Christiansburg, VA; Verna A. Tanner of Boydton, VA; and Mary Lou Harris of Blackstone, VA. His life was filled with pets and livestock that he adored, especially little Buddy. A memorial service will be held at graveside in the Poplar Spring Cemetery in Franklin, VA on Monday, 15 June 2015 at 11:00 am. Wright Funeral Home will be in charge of all arrangements. Any donations may be shared with Agriculture In The Classroom in lieu of flowers. Send to: 12580 West Creek Parkway, Richmond, VA 23238-1110. Ryland lived an amazing life centered around nature. He encourages all of you to reconnect with your "roots" and enjoy what you do every day. www.wrightfuneralhome.org ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. | |---------|-----------------------------| | Age | 85 | | Birth | 9 March 1930; Franklin, VA | | Death | 12 June 2015; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|---------------------|--------------------| | Ryland Franklin Beale, Jr. | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | Alice Creager Beale | Spouse | Courtland, VA | | Ryland Beale | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Bessie Beale | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Deborah A. Beale | Child | Courtland, VA | | Sarah Beale Cobb | Child | Holly Springs, NC | | Shannon Beale Cobb | Grandchild | GA | | Jerrel Wood Cobb, III | Grandchild | Chapel Hill, NC | | Bess B. Atkins | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Betsy A. Wegman | Niece | Christiansburg, VA | | Verna A. Tanner | Niece | Boydton, VA | | Mary Lou Harris | Niece | Blackstone, VA | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Graduated from Courtland High School in 1947. 2. Obtained a BS degree in Animal Husbandry in 1951 from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (now Virginia Tech). 3. Served in the United States Air Force as an Officer of Special Investigations (OSI). 4. Honorably Discharged from the Air Force in 1972 as a Major. 5. Member of the Courtland Masonic Lodge No. 85 for 60 years. 6. Owner/operator of Beale Farms for 64 years. 7. Known in the area for his unique work ethic. 8. Consulted with farm colleagues and employees through his final days. 9. Life was filled with pets and livestock that he adored, especially little Buddy. 10. Lived a life centered around nature.