Jerry Beauchamp

Jerry A. Beauchamp, 79, of Chiefland died Saturday, August 22, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Virginia J. Beauchamp; his daughter, Janet S. Beauchamp; sons, Robert J. Beauchamp (Cathy) and Jeffrey D. Beauchamp (Kelly); 6 adoring grandchildren, Genny, Kristi (Trey), Caitlyn, Zackery, Bailey, and Rieley; and one great-grandchild, Noah; a sister, Irene Bozeman; two brothers, Paul and Wayne (Betty) Beauchamp; and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was born to the late Sam and Ethel Beauchamp and was preceded in death by his brother Malcolm Beauchamp, all of White Springs, FL. Jerry was born and raised in White Springs and as a boy began his hardware career working at Cootie Hardware alongside his father. At 17 years old, he married his high-school sweetheart, Virginia, and moved to Gainesville to continue his career working at Baird Hardware by day and managing the PlayHouse Skating Rink at night. In 1972, he moved to Chiefland, Florida and opened the family- run business, Beauchamp Hardware. Beauchamp Hardware was the towns Hardware Store for 28 years where Jerry enjoyed working everyday with his family and baby brother, Wayne. After retiring in 2000, Jerry stayed busy doing the Lords work by doing construction/clean-up mission work for churches and those in need across the world. His mission work extended all the way to Honduras and included many states in the United States including Montana. Jerry was a devoted Christian and was influential in leading many to Christ and exemplified Christ to many whether it be teaching Sunday School, being a deacon, family pastor, or simply witnessing in the local hardware store. When Jerry wasnt on a mission trip he enjoyed spending time with his kids and being Daddy B and granddaddy to his grandchildren while maintaining his small herd of cows. The viewing will be Monday, August 24th 5:00 -7:00 pm and the funeral service will be Tuesday, August 25th 4:00 pm, both at First Baptist Church of Chiefland in Chiefland, FL. Flowers are accepted, but those wishing to donate monetarily can donate to the Mens Ministry at Chiefland First Baptist Church who continue to do projects similar to those that Jerry did for countless people in need. Send memorial gifts to First Baptist Church of Chiefland, 511 N Young Blvd, Chiefland, FL 32626. Arrangements are under the direction of Knauff Funeral Home, 715 W. Park Ave, Chiefland, FL 32626 (352)493-4777. Please sign the guestbook at knaufffuneralhomes.com