David Hamilton Beasley

David Hamilton Beasley, age 70, of Corryton, TN went home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2018. We celebrate the home going of this man we love, and can only imagine what his eyes have now seen. Through our tears and grief we pray you see in us God’s peace that passes all understanding. David was a member of Fairview Baptist Church where he loved to cook and serve, whether in the church or community ministries. He previously was a member at both Loveland Baptist Church and Beaver Dam Baptist Church.

He graduated from Holston High School where he was a standout in football and wrestling, and continued to enjoy golf for his entire life. David attended TMI and U.T. until he was drafted into the Army where he served as Military Police. He was a hard worker and faithful provider who retired from Liberty Mutual Insurance after 35 years of a successful career in business sales.

Preceded in death by parents, Hamilton Taylor and Nancy Beasley; in laws, Ralph and Tereca Holt. His greatest love in life was spending time with his family. Survivors include wife of 48 years, Donna Holt Beasley; children, David “Todd” and wife Mariah Alexander Beasley, Tara Beasley Solomon and husband Bert Solomon; 4 precious grandchildren which he adored, Elijah “Cole”, David “Isaac”, and “Amelia” Hope Solomon, and David “Hamilton” Beasley II; sisters, Barbara Morris (John), Betty Fortenberry (Jack deceased); brother –in-law, Steve Holt (Anne); sisters-in-law, Brenda Bennett, Debbie Robertson (Gary); several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at University Cancer Center, especially NP/friend Jennifer Bowers Huff, and U.T. Hospice employees Beth and Regina; his doctor and special friend, Shane Kelley.

The family will receive friends from 4 – 7 pm Sunday with the funeral service to follow at Fairview Baptist Church. Pastor Jeff LaBorg, Pastor Phil Wade, and Todd Beasley will officiate. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 am Monday for the 11 am graveside service at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers: Joe Bond, Mike Ward, Tim Pratt, Eric Cottrell, Hunter Wells, Joe Warren. Honorary pallbearers: Grady Lett, Larry Goad, Donnie Cameron, David Fair, David Freshour, Dave Johnson. Thank you to our Forever Family of Fairview, you have literally carried us. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Fairview Baptist Church Building Fund, 7424 Fairview Rd., Corryton, TN 37721. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com