Mark E. Beeman Obituary (1957 - 2024)

Mark E. Beeman, age 67, of Elwood, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at home. He was born in Elwood on July 24, 1957, the son of Max and Donna (Plummer) Beeman. Mark graduated from Elwood High School with the Class of 1976, then on June 3, 1978, he married his high school sweetheart, Cassie (Leisure) Beeman, and the shared over 46 years of marriage. Mark worked at Ex-cello/Airfoil Textron of Elwood and retired from Chrysler in skilled trades in July 2017. He was a member of the UAW local 685 and the Elwood Elks. He was known for his love of the outdoors, often spending time hunting, fishing, and golfing. Many will remember him cooking pulled pork, playing cards, and having a cold beer at the Elwood Elks Lodge, where he loved to connect with others. He was a fan of the Indianapolis Colts and enjoyed watching college football and basketball. He and Cassie spent the last seven years traveling to Florida as "snowbirds". He had a boisterous laugh and was an amazing storyteller. Those who knew him will remember him for his kindness, sense of humor, hilarious stories, and unwavering love for his family and friends. Mark is survived by his wife, Cassie; two daughters who were the pride and joy of his life, Marcie (Erich) Muensterman of Wesley Chapel, FL, and Audra (Geoff) Lembke of Fishers, IN; sister Moira (David) Silvey; cherished grandchildren, Max Muensterman, Nathan Lembke, Jude Muensterman, Makenna Lembke, and William Lembke; Uncle David (Tracey) Beeman; two aunts, Nancy Christian and Eileen (Tim) Gordon; and several very special cousins, nieces and nephews, who were all dear to his heart. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Donna Beeman; brother, Gary Beeman; paternal grandparents, Ned and Katherine Beeman; and his maternal grandparents, Buell and Dorothy Plummer. His legacy will live on through the memories and love he shared with all of us. Please join his family for a Celebration of Life at the Elwood Elks Lodge; 1700 S. Anderson St., Elwood, IN 46036, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 4 PM - 7 PM with a toast to Mark at 6:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested in his honor to the Mended Hearts of Indiana and/or the Elwood Animal Shelter. Dunnichay Funeral Home has been entrusted with Mark's care.