It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Clyde Beasley, of Concord, announce his peaceful passing on Friday, the 5th of February 2021, at the age of 78, with his daughter by his side.

Richard is survived by his daughter Ashlyn Beasley Nealon and two grandchildren, Raven Piper Moon and Lily Rose. He is also survived by a sister, Libby Fletcher and husband Tom, along with four nephews and a niece in which he had a unique relationship with each. Richard also leaves behind a host of friends, including Steve and Kay Smith, Paul Ulam, Mike, as well as his beloved caretaker Tauris.

In death, Richard was reunited with his late mother, Inez Frances Beasley, father, Clyde Shelton Beasley, sister, Rebeca Beasley Johnson, and nephew, Jeffery Forest Fletcher.

Richard is a graduate is of Camden Military Academy and Pfeiffer University with a degree in Business. Through varied careers and successes, Richard was most happy when working in the automotive industry in many capacities including painting and selling cars. He also enjoyed collecting model cars and Nascar memorabilia. Richard enjoyed fishing and the beach is where he felt most at peace. Richard was a natural prankster and loved seeing others react to his antics. The many stories of his quirky humor will always be cherished and remembered.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 pm on Monday, February 8, 2021 at Wilkinson Funeral Home.
On-line condolences may be left at www.wilkinsonfuneralhome.com