Committal
David Beam, 81, of Morganton, NC, died Friday, February 23, 2024.
Born in Avery County, NC on November 1, 1942, he is the son of the late Samuel David Beam and Verna Hughes Beam.
David was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. He was the definition of what a real man is supposed to be. He was the ultimate jokester and loved to fish, join in the breakfast club at Burger King, and was the most meat-loving vegetarian.
David is survived by his wife of 60 years and childhood sweetheart, Dorothy Trivette Beam; children, Robin Beam Surratt (Kevin), Jennifer Beam Cook (Brian), and Brandon Beam (Megan); grandchildren, Cierra Boughman (BJ), Olivia Surratt, Skyler Smith, Clarie Cook, Chloe Cook, Riley Beam, Aaliyah Beam, Keegan Beam, and Oaklynn Beam; great-grandchildren, Kylie Corpening and Jonah Boughman; siblings, Lee Estes Beam (Sue) and Carolyn Smith; brother-in-law, Gene Trivett; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Monday, February 26, 2024 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. The memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Keith Burkhart officiating. Honors will be provided by the Morganton Department of Public Safety Honor Guard.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dottie I am so sorry for your passing of your husband David beam he was a good friend of my mine the city of Morganton Lost a good police officer
Dot and Robin I am so sorry. I just talked to you other week at hospital Dot and I'm so sorry to hear about David. So sorry. I found out because mom passed yesterday and sossomans is handling hers and I saw David. Please tell Robin I'm so sorry and I love her.
I have just heard of Mr. Beam's death today. My heart is broken for you. Mr. Beam was such a fixture here at the hospital and we appreciate all he contributed to our system. He was always full of humor and a joy to be around. I enjoyed joking around with him. I will miss that. Dot, you and your family will be in my continued prayers as you process and live through this loss. My God hold you close. I would have been at the funeral if I had known. Much love, Jacque 2/27/24
David was a great man - who had a life that was well lived. We were proud to have known him. Our prayers are with his family.
Dot, My thoughts are with you and your family. Working with you two and getting to know you both the last 14 years has meant a great to me,. DA was such a good man. Always there to lend a hand or have a laugh. He will be missed by all
Dot and family, I was in Shock when I read about David's (DA) transition. One thing for certain and two things for sure that I knew about David was that he loved him some Dot, his children and grandchildren with a passion. I am heartened to know that he's no longer suffering and has moved on to his reward. Dot and family please accept my sincere condolences and may GOD keep you all during these trying days ahead.
Dot, Molasses and I love you. We need to come visit you. DA was such a a wonderful Christian blessing to everyone he met. I am praying for you. Susan
Dot and family so sorry to hear about D.A. passing! May God’s peace be with you during this time of grieve. Love and prayers! Ann