Annabelle Beasley

Annabelle Beasley, 91, of Watseka, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Annabelle was born on October 22, 1934, in Pittwood, Illinois, the daughter of James and Anna (Bennett) Thomas. She grew up in a large family with four sisters and six brothers: Dorothy Weldon, Rose Thomas, Isabel Morical, Kenny, Kathy, Harley, Cecil, Richard, John, and Harry. Annabelle graduated from Watseka High School and later continued her education at Kankakee Community College in Kankakee, Illinois, becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. On November 22, 1952, Annabelle married Robert E. Beasley in Watseka, Illinois. Together they built a life centered around their family. She enjoyed camping, gardening, attending garage and estate sales, playing bingo, and, most of all, spending time with her family. Annabelle is survived by her children, Vicki Lade (Larry), Robert Beasley Jr. (Sandra), Dan Beasley (Vickie), Judy Hebert (Randy), Timothy Beasley (Olga), and Tracy Beasley; her grandchildren, Josh Beasley, Anthony Hebert, Amie Hebert, Jason Beasley, and Brandon Flynn; and six great-grandchildren. Annabelle will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and for the many memories created throughout her 91 years. Her family and friends will cherish those memories and hold them close in the years ahead.