Richard Kenneth Beardsley, Sr., passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022. He was born November 13, 1927, in Bay City, Michigan to the late Kenneth W. and Elizabeth M. (Dumond) Beardsley. Dick served in the U. S. Air Force during World War II. He was stationed in San Diego and played on the Air Force football team. Dick married the love of his life, Marcella Shirkey, on November 2, 1951, in Angola, Indiana during an early winter blizzard. Together they had and raised 5 children: Richard K (Kathy) Beardsley, Jr., John Beardsley, Mary (Pat) McBride, Kathy (Tom) Kent and Carol Beardsley. Dick is survived by 13 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. His entire life was spent on Saginaw Bay as a commercial fisherman. This occupation included several members of his family and provided a comfortable life at Timber Island. He loved being out on the boat “Big Red” netting and catching fish.
Many memories were shared around the kitchen table playing euchre and poker. Dick was a friend to many and had many stories to share. He was proud of his family and grandchildren. Dick spent time with his grandchildren hunting, fishing and sharing stories. He loved animals, especially his dogs. Almost every dog he owned was named “Bullwinkle”.
Besides his parents, Dick was predeceased by his wife Marcella, his daughter Carol Beardsley and his son John Beardsley.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place. No Memorial Service is planned at this time. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lee Ramsay Funeral Home-STANDISH CHAPEL, Standish, Michigan.
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