Bedford – Eric Duane Beasley, 51, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

Born February 8, 1973, in Bedford, he was the son of David and Patty Banks (Tanksley). He married Adriane Holt on August 11, 2001, and she survives. He was a die setter at General Motors in Bedford for 10 years. A veteran of the U.S. Army serving during Desert Storm. He was a member of U.A.W. Local #440 and Oolitic V.F.W. #1686. He loved his family and friends, riding his Harley, and off-roading. He lived his life to the fullest.

Survivors include his wife, Adriane, of Bedford; three children, Trenton Beasley, of Bloomington, Mackenzie Beasley and Baylee Holt, both of Bedford; three grandchildren, Runa, Onyx and Genevieve Beasley; his mother, Patty and husband, Chet, of Bedford; his mother-in-law, Elaine Holt, of Bedford. He was preceded in death by his father, David; his father-in-law, Bob Holt; a brother, Gregory Beasley.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Friday, January 24th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Ronnie Frost officiating. Burial will follow in Patton Hill Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded by members of Gillen Post #33 American Legion. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 23rd and from 10:00 am until the hour of service on Friday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.