Marvin Lee Beal

September 8, 1952 - April 17, 2016

Marvin Lee Beal, 63, of Dix, passed away at 10:50 p.m., Sunday, April 17, 2016, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born September 8, 1952, in Mt. Vernon, the son of Cliff and Wanda (Harris) Beal. On March 1, 1976, in Dix, he married Rhonda Fuller, and she survives in Dix. Mr. Beal attended Rome Grade School, Mt. Vernon Township High School, and Bluford High School. He was a very dedicated husband, father, and PaPa, and enjoyed spending time with his family and watching his grandchildren's athletic events. Marvin was no stranger to working hard to provide for his family. He worked for General Radiator for 14 years, and C.F. Fabricators for 28 years. He was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Temple. He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, and enjoyed going out to eat with his wife. In addition to his wife, Rhonda Beal of Dix, he is survived by four daughters, Crystal Buretta and husband Duane of Woodlawn, Debbie Whitlock and husband Ed of Mt. Vernon, LeAnn Lyday of Mt. Vernon, and Ashley Breeze and husband Nathan of Mt. Vernon; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one brother, Dale Beal of Mt. Vernon; and several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and several uncles. In accordance with Mr. Beal's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded, and a memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at the Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, with Tim Reynolds officiating. A visitation will be held Wednesday evening, from 5:00 p.m., until the hour of service, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Rhonda Beal for assistance with Medical Expenses, and will be received at the service, or by mail to the Osborn Funeral Home, P.O. Box 130, Dix, Illinois 62830. Online condolences may be made at www.osbornfuneral.com, or on the funeral home's Facebook page.