Born April 7, 1950 in Romeo, MI to Otto and Evelyn (Mahaffey) Begeman, he married Sandra Morrison April 13, 1969 in Pekin. She survives.
Also surviving are one daughter, Amy (Louie) Gosnell of Pekin; two sons, Eric (Tonia Gianessi) Begeman and Tim (Cindy) Begeman, both of Pekin; seven grandchildren, Kayla (Timothy) Pritchard, Keegan Begeman, Kolton Begeman, Gage Begeman, Gavin Huddleston, Camden Begeman, all of Pekin, and Skyler Welbourne of Peoria; two great-grandchildren; four brothers and one sister.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and one grandson.
David held many different careers, he started at Northern Petro Chemical, then moved to Illinois- American Water Company. He next made the move to Pekin Insurance, where he stayed until his retirement.
He was an avid hunter, enjoyed fishing and gardening. His garage was his second home, his “man-cave”.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made in David’s name to the Pituitary Network Association, www.pituitary.org.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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