John Prentice Beaman, III

John Prentice Beaman, III, 45, of Sedalia, passed away, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his home.

He was born on June 5, 1979, in Sedalia, MO, a son of John "Sonny" Prentice, Jr., and Diana Kay (DuRoche) Beaman. In 2004 in Sedalia, he married Deborah Lynn Franken.

John was a graduate of Otterville High School, Class of 1997. He worked in sanitation with PSSI, where he worked diligently and formed lasting friendships. His faith was an important part of his life, having been baptized on April 3, 1994, at First Baptist Church in Otterville.

John had a deep love for the outdoors. Whether he was hunting, fishing, searching for arrowheads, or foraging for mushrooms, he found joy in nature and its treasures. He was a true collector at heart, always finding beauty and history in the things he gathered.

John enjoyed cooking, especially barbecuing for his family and friends. His skill at the grill and love for good food brought people together.

John will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He will be remembered for being a kind and gentle soul who touched the lives of those around him.

Survivors include his wife, Deborah; three daughters, Layla, Jenevieve, and Lucille Beaman; one sister, Christie Thierfelder (Leslie) of Smithton; two brother-in-law's, Eric Franken, and John Franken; three sister-in-law's, Deanna Franken, Kerri Craghead, and Laura Franken; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to both of his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Michael Stotts, Jr.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until service time on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Heckart Funeral Home in Sedalia. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. (Checks can be made to Christie Thierfelder and may be left in the care of the funeral home.)