Gary L. Beamer, age 63, of New Haven, Ohio, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at Avita Health System in Ontario, Ohio. He was born on November 24, 1959 in Willard, Ohio to Bruce Beamer and Betty (Hughes) Holden. Gary was a 1978 graduate of Seneca East High School, was a hoist driver at Lake Side Book Company (formally R.R. Donnelley and Sons) in Willard for 43 years, and he was a volunteer fireman and EMT for Willard Fire and Rescue. He had a soft spot in his heart for animals, especially cats. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Gary is survived by his wife, Victoria “Vickie” (Brown) Beamer, whom he married on April 26, 1986; sister, Tracy (Jimmy) Arnold; nephew, Trevor Arnold (Madissen Crow); nieces, Janet Arnold (Brody Service) and Alexandra Barnaby-Brown; brother-in-law, Christopher Brown; and step-brother, Gary (Carol) Holden and their family.
Gary is preceded in death by his mother, Betty (Hughes) Holden; father, Bruce Beamer; step-father, Gordon Holden and parents-in-law, Florian and Rose Brown.
Visitation will be on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio from 10:00 AM until the time of his service at 12:00 Noon with Pastor Dan Caudill officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Willard, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society or to the Willard Fire and Rescue. Online condolences may be made to Gary’s family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Cindy Phillips Lynch - Oct 6, 2023
Dear Vicki, I’m sorry for your loss. Gary was a great team member in the emergency department.
Janet (Lohr) Songer - Oct 5, 2023
Vicki, So sorry to hear about your loss of Gary. I worked with him while working in the rollstock receiving department at RRD. Also, he was part of the response teams when I made two 9-1-1 calls years ago. He was a calming presence to me then, and such a great guy. I know he will be missed terribly. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Bev Ganni - Oct 5, 2023
Tracy and family, I just read of your loss and wanted to say how sorry I am. Gary and I worked together at RRD and he had a big heart!! God bless!!
Dale&Sandy Jenney - Sep 29, 2023
Vickie and family-Know our hearts and prayers are with you. We will keep you in our thoughts .
Tammy & Brad Snider - Sep 29, 2023
Vickie, So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Although it's been many years, we have fond memories. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. Tammy & Brad
David Keefer - Sep 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of Garys' passing. I've known him since I was a kid growing up in Attica. He was a heck of a nice guy and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. Dave Keefer
Pam & Jeff Lewis - Sep 28, 2023
Vickie, Tracy and family - Gary will be missed - he had a contagious smile and a heart of gold. He will be missed. Big hugs and many prayers for you all.
Keith and Sally Edwards - Sep 28, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family, I worked with Gary at Willard fire and he was always such a joy to work with. He will be deeply missed
ReNea Owens - Sep 27, 2023
Tracy and Vickie I am so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you. Will never forget the fun times with Gary and especially him sweeping the road. RIP Gary. Love you and your family
Pam Moreland - Sep 26, 2023
So sorry to read about your brother Tracy. Thinking about your whole family.
Douglas Baker - Sep 26, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Gary when I started at RRD. He was a great guy, and treated everyone with respect. RIP Gary. Your family has my deepest sympathy.
kenneth risner - Sep 26, 2023
So very sorry to hear this
Newman & Darlene King - Sep 26, 2023
OMGosh! I about fell out of my chair when seeing this. I worked with Gary at Willard Fire & Rescue. So sorry Vickie and family. Until I see you later R.I.P. Gary.
Lee McClish - Sep 26, 2023
Very sorry to hear Gary passed. Prayers for the family! We were in the same class at Greenfield elementary.
Joe and Sue Ditz - Sep 25, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. We both worked with him at Willard Fire and Rescue. I (sue) also worked with him at Donnelly’s. Prayers for his family. Rest in Peace Gary
Brian Rosian - Sep 25, 2023
RIP Gary you we're a well liked hoise driver and may God take care of you in heaven 🙏
Anthony e. Seasly - Sep 25, 2023
All the billiards played in your basement and mine, and don't forget the marathon ping pong matches enjoyed on that big green table. Rest easy, my friend , on your journey on the wings of angels gently carrying you to your eternal home. SEHS days be long remembered. R.I.P. R.I.H. God bless you Gary.
Kim Rice - Sep 25, 2023
Tracy and family, You have my sympathies. Hold fast to your memories. Take care. Love, Kim.
Jim & Jackie Ratliff - Sep 25, 2023
Our sincere sympathy to the Beamer family. Thank you for your dedication to the fire dept. RIP Gary.
Gracie Dials - Sep 25, 2023
Tracy and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you all.
Grant & Sandy Petrie - Sep 25, 2023
You have our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! Although it has been many years since we had seen each other, I still remember many fond memories of our childhood.
Peggy Opatken - Sep 25, 2023
Tracy and family so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. May he rest in peace.
Aliya Echelbarger - Sep 25, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Gary. I was the housekeeper at Avita and I loved going into his room and talking with him. He always was so polite and never failed to put a smile on my face. Just a genuinely sweet guy. Prayers to the family.
Rick Reed - Sep 25, 2023
So sorry to hear about Gary's passing away. Prayers to the family. I've know Gary since elementary school. He was one of the best and he'll be missed. RIP Gary, fly high!
Rick Reed - Sep 25, 2023
So sorry to hear about Gary's passing away. Prayers to the family. I've know Gary since elementary school. He was one of the best and he'll be missed. RIP Gary, fly high!
Don Philbrick - Sep 25, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about Garys passing. I worked for many years with Gary at RRD LSC. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Garys wife and family.
Tracey Cooper - Sep 25, 2023
Vickie so sorry to hear about that passing of Gary your in our thoughts and prayers
Kim Davis - Sep 25, 2023
Sending healing prayers to u and your family 🙏🙏🙏
Doug Striker - Sep 25, 2023
Sincere condolences to Gary's family. I knew Gary from years of working at RRD and knew some of his family as well. What a great guy! Gary is sure to be missed by many and remembered as a fun person by all who knew him. RIP Gary!
Mark Smith - Sep 25, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing Gary. Vickie and family you all are in my thoughts and prayers..
Brian and Linda Prayer - Sep 25, 2023
We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for comfort as you go through this hard time
Mary and Denny Rees - Sep 25, 2023
So extremely sorry to learn of Gary's passing. What a nice man he was. Hugs to the whole family.
Dwayne and Shelley Hershiser - Sep 24, 2023
Tracy and family so sorry to hear about your brother you’re in our thoughts and prayers
Don Shirey - Sep 24, 2023
So sorry to hear about Gary’s passing, we had known each other since we were little guys. He always had a smile and a good word whenever we saw each other. Good man!!
Joe and Janene Reiderman - Sep 24, 2023
We are so very sorry to hear about Gary passing away. Our memories of him, on the fire department, are so memorable. His laugh was so contagious. He will definitely be missed by all of those that had the pleasure of knowing him. Praying for all of you during this difficult time 🫂
Doug Hillis - Sep 24, 2023
My great grandmother Emma Hillis, wife of Harry, was a Beamer. Although we have lost touch with the Beamer family I extend our heart felt condolences to the Beamer family.
Angie Taylor - Sep 24, 2023
I'm so sorry he was a great guy he always came in New haven truck stop with a smile and when my dog Maddie pasted he was so great and just talked to me he helped me alot gary will be missed
Jim Garrett - Sep 24, 2023
My condolences to his family I didn't know but I knew him from being part of our family. By that I mean his RRD-LSC family,I worked with Gary for 32 years,you think you know someone by being around them that long but you truly don't. I witnessed Gary tending to some children that their family was in an accident, he was nothing less than wonderful,that's when I feel like I learned to know him more. You will be missed my friend but I'm glad you have no more pain. Till we meet again.
Kevin Shirey - Sep 24, 2023
Sorry to hear about Gary. We'll keep the family in our thoughts during this time. Gary was a Great guy. He will be missed. RIP Brother.
Bill and Pam Nelson - Sep 24, 2023
Sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. He was so kind. Prayers for his family at this difficult time.