Serving Families in Their Time of Sorrow

Elder Raymond Lee Beachum, Sr. (November 5, 1948 – August 29, 2020)

Visitation: Friday, September 11, 2020
Visitation Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Visitation Location: New Life Church of God in Christ
3311 N. Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida

Service Date: Saturday, September 12, 2020
Service Time: 12:00 PM
Service Location: New Life Church of God in Christ
3311 N. Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida

Obituary:

Elder Raymond Lee Beachum, Sr., 71, of Orlando, departed this life on Saturday, August 29, 2020. Elder Beachum was born on November 5, 1948 in Gifford, Florida to Flossie and Ernest Beachum. He served in the US Navy, in which he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. In his professional career, Elder Beachum worked for the Four C, Inc. as a Family Support Specialist for several years. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Shirley sons, Raymond Jr., Brandon (Kimberly), and Joshua Beachum; sister, Maude Thompkins; brothers, Edward (Ann) Beachum, Steve (Willie Mae) Beachum; 3 grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 11, 2020 from 4-6PM at the church. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2020, 12:00 PM at New Life Church of God in Christ, 3311 N. Powers Drive, Orlando with Bishop Derrick Hutchins, officiating. Interment: Highland Memory Gardens, Apopka, FL with military honors.

23 Comments

  • Booker T. Ingram Posted September 9, 2020 3:39 pm

    It was a joy to get to know and grow up with a classmate as nice as Raymond Sr. The Gifford High Class of 1969 will never forget your kind spirit, friendly personality and all the ways that you added to our happiness and class kinship. You will forever live in our hearts. (Dr. Booker T. Ingram – 1969 Class President)

  • Harold Smalls Posted September 9, 2020 4:20 pm

    The Bruin Chapter of Groove Phi Groove, SFI, of Shaw University express our deepest sympathy on the
    passing of our brother Elder Raymond L, Beachum, Sr. We pray that the mercy and grace of “GOD” will
    continue to be with the family in the difficult days ahead.

  • Reverend Dorothy Stephenson Posted September 9, 2020 7:40 pm

    Mr. B you truly will be miss by your 4C family. It was a honor to share my 27 years of employment with you. You truly walked in agape love. Rest on my brother rest on

  • U. Montgomery Posted September 9, 2020 8:39 pm

    A man of God. Full of Life, love, & jokes! You will be missed Mr. B! There were days where you provided a word that changed my day! Forever grateful for your light!

  • Sandra Pierce Posted September 9, 2020 9:34 pm

    Ray has been my faithful friend since 1966. His kindness and the fact that he was always a gentleman, will forever live in my heart. Whenever we talked he always had a joke or two to keep me laughing. He loved The Lord and his family. Raymond will forever remain alive in the hearts of his classmates. The class of 1969 Gifford High School. Enjoy your Heavenly reward my brother. I’ll always love you as one of my best friends. It’s with a heavy heart that I say goodbye, but only for a minute. Only for a minute.

  • Tina White Posted September 9, 2020 9:55 pm

    Uncle Raymond, we love you so much! Though we all must travel this way, your demise clarifies that God chooses His own; first. I will remember our inside laughter, and candid conversations that were always embraced in love. You were a clear visionary of Gods’ own heart for as long as I’ve known you; thank you. I know your spirit has been welcomed w/ undenying love from Our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Take your rest Uncle Ray, we will see you again when we get there!! Always,❤ WE LOVE YOU❤ Tina

    • Rhonda Zeigler Posted September 11, 2020 2:33 pm

      Aww. Tina im so sorry to hear about Uncle. God Bless you and your family.

  • Charlie W Wright Posted September 9, 2020 10:21 pm

    I have known Elder Raymond Beacham for 35 years. Ray has been a great friend and great person. I will miss Ray deeply. I offer my deepest sympathy to his wife Shirley (my good friend) and to their sons and his sister Maude Thompkins. Rest in peace Ray, we shall meet again.

  • Sammy Thomas Donalson & Family Posted September 9, 2020 10:22 pm

    Dear family we would like to extend our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. Aunt Shirley and the young men of my Uncle Raymond although we don’t see each other that often, I want to let you know we love you guys very much. I remember when Uncle Raymond visited Massachusetts back in 1969 when he was in the Navy with his friend Steve, and that was my first time meeting him. So may God continue to give you the strength in the days ahead to get they this, and I know he will.
    Sorry we can’t be there, but our spirit will be there.
    Love. Sam, Sherrie and the girls

  • Eric DeBose Posted September 9, 2020 11:22 pm

    Elder, you have earned your wings and God knows you will be missed.

  • Lecia Hunter Posted September 10, 2020 2:28 am

    Rest in peace cuz. The HUNTER FAMILY . COSTA, AROMA,SAM AND LECIA 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️💯

  • Andrea Welcome Hawkins Posted September 10, 2020 3:50 am

    Dearest cousin ❤ Raymond , and all family members, I am sending love to all. Praying for our family as we gather to celebrate his life. The fun times, family gathering, and church times. May our family be blessed as we gather to lift up the name of Raymond and God. Love to all. Aunt Honey’s oldest granddaughter. Andrea…LOVE YOU FAMILY

  • Pete and Mary Ann Neely Posted September 10, 2020 5:00 am

    We were so sorry to hear about our dear friend Raymond’s passing. We want you to know that we are earnestly praying that God will suppy you with peace and comfort for your family during this tie. I hope that you know that I am here for you whenever you need.”
    “My thoughts are with you during this time. I am so sorry for your loss.”
    “(Name of friend/coworker) will be in our hearts and memories forever.”
    “Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time.”
    “Words, no matter how kind, can’t mend your heartache. However, those who care for you wish you comfort and peace of mind.”
    “The

  • Pete Neely Posted September 10, 2020 5:24 am

    “I will never forget his kindness. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain.”

  • Curtis L. Hunter Jr. Posted September 10, 2020 11:18 am

    Condolences to the Beachum and Russ Families. Raymond was always a special person growing up, a beacon of light, unique and a man of God. Congratulations on your recent retirement your days will be filled with Peace and Everlasting life. To the immediate Family Ray’s legacy will live on, continue to trust God. We will continue in Prayer as a Family.

  • Sarah Wadley Posted September 10, 2020 4:42 pm

    I truly am thankful and grateful for Mr. B always being a light for myself and so many others of our 4C Family, he will be missed by each one in their own way. I appreciate the many prayers and words of encouragement that will stay in my heart. You ran your race with dignity and courage, you have earned your rest. Heaven has gained an Angel.

  • Carlos Cobb- Jackson Posted September 11, 2020 12:22 pm

    The Beachum Famiy;

    God saw the road getting rough for Raymod, the hills were hard to climb. God gently closed his eyes and whispered, “Peace Be Thine”.. Raymond was a loving and caring person and always greeted you with a warm smile. He will be missed by his family, classmates and friends. Fond memories will be carried with us always and never forgotten. The sleepless nights have passed and he’s found sweet eternal rest at last. Our friendship will live on.
    Take your Rest In Paradise. See you in the morning.
    With heartfelt condolences,
    Francina “Tiny” White – Class of 1969 & The Cobb Family

  • Debroha F Walker Posted September 11, 2020 1:12 pm

    We shared many family memories together, which we will always cherish .Shirley you and the boys are in our prayers. Debroha ,Johnnie and Angela Walker.

  • Don Sanders Posted September 11, 2020 4:52 pm

    I will never forget Raymond and his contagious smile. We enjoyed the kind of friendship that is so rare in this world today. Go on and take your rest my dear friend.

  • Bebe Sutton Posted September 11, 2020 7:11 pm

    Dearest Shirley, my sincere condolences to you and your family. Love to you , Bebe

  • Chris Sikes Posted September 11, 2020 11:40 pm

    Shirley, Syd and I would like to express our deepest sympathies. Know that you and the boys are in our prayers. I was saddened to hear of Ray’s passing today. I always enjoyed walking across Rhythm Circle and speaking with him. He always had a quick smile and an easy laugh.

  • Patriciá M Posted September 12, 2020 3:27 am

    Josh,
    You and your family are in my heart and prayers. My condolences on the passing of your father. I pray that God gives you all the strength you need during this time Mr. B has been called to paradise for his work here on earth is done and His smile is shining down on you all

  • Ron and Bridgett Greene Posted December 26, 2020 12:23 am

    Shirley, We are so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Your and the rest of the family are in our prayers. You will be hearing from us soon.

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