BEAMAN, Gerald Lee Beaman

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gerald Beaman in his 80th year, into the presence of the Lord on August 29, 2025 at St. Thomas–Elgin General Hospital. Gerald was born in Ingersoll, Ontario on December 31st, 1945, the eldest son of the late Wilfred and Ola Beaman.

Gerald is predeceased by his first wife, Carol Ann (2007), and by his brother, Bob (2025). He is survived by his beloved wife, Gail, with whom he shared three beautiful years of marriage. He is the loving father of two sons, Tim (Elaine) and Michael (Antje) and Gail’s children Marc (Julie), Jeff (Hiroko) and Susan (Mark). Gerald was the proud grandfather of four grandchildren, Carissa (Derek), Lynae, Cole, and Matthew; and great-grandfather to his cherished great-granddaughter, Eliana, the most recent light in his life. Gerald is also survived by his sister, Nancy, sister-in-law’s Ruth, Donna Jean and Janet Lee, as well as his nieces and nephews.

Gerald was a bright spot in the lives of many, especially over the past three years when he returned to Tillsonburg. He had an ability to make people feel cared for and valued, and was always willing to lend a hand. Gerald had a smile that drew many in, he made friends wherever he went, and he could often be found in warm conversation. He was keenly interested in the lives of others, most especially his children and grandchildren, who will miss him greatly.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Gerald’s life at a visitation to be held at Ostrander’s Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 3T6 (519) 842-5221 on Monday September 1, 2025 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and 6:00pm – 8:00pm. The Funeral Service for Gerald will be held at North Broadway Baptist Church, Tillsonburg, 6 North St. E., Tillsonburg on Tuesday September 2, 2025 at 1:00pm. Interment will follow at New Road Cemetery.

Flowers are welcome, but donations are also appreciated and may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada and can be done online directly with the charity or via cheque payable to the charity by contacting the Funeral Home.