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Josephine Marie Beaty, age 89

Josephine Marie Beaty, age 89, of Jacksonville passed Thursday, December 31, 2020. She was born April 25, 1931 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.

Josephine is preceded in death by her husband Edward O’Dell Beaty, her grandson Stephen Daugherty, and great-grandson Daemon Joniak.

Josephine is survived by her children Douglas Beaty, Barbara July (Jeff), and Linda Daugherty; grandsons Timothy Joniak, Paul Daugherty, and James July; eight great-grandchildren; siblings Mary Martin and Maurice Tarbett; and a host of family and friends to carry on and cherish her memory.

Josephine’s visitation will be Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 11am- 1pm at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville.

In light of the current health concerns, Josephine’s family thanks you for your thoughts and prayers if you are not able to attend the service. Please be aware, as per Arkansas directives, attendance will be regulated in accordance to Arkansas guidelines, all guests in attendance will be required to wear masks/facial coverings and social distancing guidelines will be in place.

Arrangements entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400

Full Obituary and guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

14 Comments

  • Janet Van Skiver Posted January 6, 2021 12:09 PM

    Mrs. Beaty, was a kind and loving woman. She will be missed by all those who know her. Prayers go out to her family in this difficult time.

  • Linda K Daugherty Posted January 6, 2021 12:29 PM

    I love you mom 💓💓

  • Joy Gunter Posted January 6, 2021 1:19 PM

    Linda. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

  • Dr. and Mrs. Tony Williams Posted January 6, 2021 2:46 PM

    Barb, we extend our prayers and love to you and the family.

  • Deedee Burnett EAton Posted January 6, 2021 3:37 PM

    Linda my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 🙏
    Mrs. Beaty was proof dynamite comes in small package LOL 💥🧨
    She will I’ve on in your memory and stories you tell 💖🦋 Rest In Love 🦋💖

  • Marianne & Dale Mans Posted January 6, 2021 6:39 PM

    Tenderly may time heal your sorrow. Gently may friends ease your pain. Softly may peace replace heartaches and may warmest memories remain. Our dearest and deepest sympathy to you Barb & Jeff and family.

  • Tammy Fulk Posted January 6, 2021 7:28 PM

    Earth’s loss is heavens gain. I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping everyone in my prayers

  • Carol Staggs Posted January 7, 2021 9:04 AM

    Jo was a familiar figure around Jacksonville-she walked everywhere and seemed to know everyone. She will be missed.

  • Karen Knebel Posted January 7, 2021 3:25 PM

    Barb, I’m so sorry for your loss. You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. No more suffering, she is young again and will be watching over her loved ones. May your precious memories give you comfort as well.

  • Keith Martin Posted January 7, 2021 8:29 PM

    Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your Family;I am sorry for your loss.I remember how I was always welcomed and treated as as part of your Family.Your Mom was a very loving ,caring and entertaining Lady to say the least. We always remember those who have left an impression on our lives regardless of how many years ago those memories took effect.I will miss the times we would walk and enjoy our french vanilla coffee.
    In the words of C.C Lewis
    “Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything.”
    God Bless ,Keith Martin

    • Barbara Posted September 17, 2023 8:52 PM

      Thank you

  • Ken Beaty Posted January 9, 2021 9:33 AM

    I will never forget the friendliness and kindness your mother extended to me. She was surely loved by all who knew her.

    • Barbara Posted September 17, 2023 8:53 PM

      Thank you

  • Shawn Martin Posted January 9, 2021 9:46 PM

    My sincerest condolences on your loss, may God Bless you and your family durning this difficult time.

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