David Philip Beedle, Sr

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David P Beedle Sr

09/30/1949 — 06/20/2024

David P. Beedle Sr, born on September 30, 1949, in St. Paul, MN, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. He was the beloved son of Richard and Elizabeth Beedle and was preceded in death by his father Richard, mother Elizabeth, and sister Betsy.

David is survived by his six children: Richard Sargent, David Jr (Krystal) Beedle, Timothy Beedle, Melissa (Abe) Chapman, Benjamin Beedle and Anna Beedle. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren: Tessa, William, Cameron, Griffen, Henry, Abigale, Cal, and Asher, as well as three great-grandchildren. David is also survived by his three siblings: Richard, Susan, and Janice.

Throughout his life, David touched the hearts of many and formed deep bonds with his friends Mary and Joe, Steve, Dale and Jan, Jeff, Mikey, Deb and Gayle. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. David had a special relationship with his wife of 20 plus years Penny (Letourneau) and although they divorced in 1998 he always held a very special place in his heart. David would eventually marry again in the fall of 1999 and have two wonderful children with Gerri (Timm) they parted ways a few years later.

David attended Park Senior High School in Cottage Grove Minnesota and graduated in 1967. He then bravely served in the U.S Navy . After his four years of military service, David pursued various careers, including driving a milk route for Ewald Bros, working as a furniture finisher/ installer at The Un-furniture Place, and being a self-employed finish carpenter and shed builder. He also spent time as a groundskeeper at The Straight River Golf Course.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, David was a member of the Congregational Church in Faribault, where he sang in the choir. He had a wide range of hobbies and interests, including music, golf, gardening, building projects, lawn care, boxing, and spending time with his children and friends.

Known for his quick wit, humor, toughness, fairness, creative ideas and athleticism, David left a lasting impact on all those he encountered. The Beedle family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all the Doctors and Nurses at the VA in Minneapolis for their care of David during his time of need.

In honor of his memory, a private celebration of life will be held at his home. May he rest in peace, knowing he was deeply loved and cherished by all who knew him.

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Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services