Richard (Richie) John Beeler

Richard John (Richie) Beeler, age 80, of Corryton, passed away December 20, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Agnes Beeler; devoted brother-in-law and sister-in law, Bill Julian and Brenda Dunn Julian. Richie was born November 27, 1945 and graduated from Gibbs High School in 1963, where he played multiple sports and was a star first baseman for the Gibbs High baseball team. After graduating from Carson-Newman College, he entered a career with Knox County Schools where he assisted Coach Ken Sparks in re-starting the Gibbs High football program in 1968. After leaving the school system, Richie worked in the business forms industry with Universal Forms & Systems for more than 25 years. He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 62 years, Judy Julian Beeler; sons, Richie Beeler and Mark (Gail) Beeler; grandsons, Matthew (Kaylie) and Zachary Beeler; great grandson, Rowan Matthew Beeler.  Friends may call at their convenience from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 2, 2026 at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City.  Family and friends will meet 12:15 p.m. Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City to leave in procession for a 1:00 p.m. graveside service at Graveston Cemetery, Pastor Richie Beeler officiating. Pallbearers: Matthew Beeler, Zachary Beeler, Chris Julian, Kyle Beeler, Gary Butler. Honorary pallbearers will be his many beloved cousins.

At the family’s request, donations in lieu of flowers may be made to: The Porch Ministries. www.theporchministries.com.  Condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.