James Edward Beam, 64 of Valparaiso passed away Thursday October 10, 2024. He was born November 23, 1959 in Valparaiso, the son of the late Junior L. and Carol J. (Todd) Beam. Jim worked for over 20 years at McDaniel Fire Systems and enjoyed drawing, hiking, and his favorite outdoor sport, fishing.
Jim is survived by his daughters, Wendy (Andrew) Chambers and Stephanie Mareska; grandchildren, Amelia, Elijah, Averie, Oliver, and Allis; sister, Peggie Marrell; aunts, Bonnie (Chester) Wallace and Katherine Adam; and uncle, Zeke Todd.
In accordance with Jim’s wishes, cremation will take place at Angelcrest Crematory with no services.
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Omg wow I'm sorry to hear he has been a family friend for 39 years I'm praying for you guys I'm so sorry. -Lucille Jenkins
I'm sorry to hear about beamer just don't seem possible I'm Sylvia Smith and my husband Bill Smith has been friends with him for about 35 years thoughts and prayers with you guys. -Sylvia Smith
So sorry for the loss of a kind fellow with a good sense of humor. I always enjoyed your company and your laugh. Jim lived with our family in the mid 1970s and I always thought of him as a older brother. I will miss you. -Seth Adam
I’m so so so sorry for you’ll loss. I’ve known Beamer for 15 to 16 yrs we use to live next door to him and his mom Carol on Locust Street in Valparaiso. This is so sad I’m so so sorry again for you’ll loss Peggy and Bonnie if you guys need to talk I’m just a call away. -LeAnne
My deepest condolences on Jim's passing. Jim's Dad and I spent time with Jim and his girls when the girls were little, I am sure they do not remember. I hope Jim finds his Dad. God bless and God Speed. -Michele (Shelly) Beam--widow of Junior Beam
