James L. Beam Obituary

In loving memory of James L. Beam of Elgin, Illinois, who departed this world on October 6, 2024 at the age of 87. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph William Beam and Mildred Iona Beam (Harper); his wife Judith Eileen Beam (Eastman); and his pet Jasper. He is survived by: his children, Jeffrey Lawrence Beam (Penny), Elizabeth Anne Rabe, Stuart Carlton Beam (Amy), Laura Jean Mullen (Todd) and Matthew James Beam; his grandchildren, Kevin Real (Rachel), Hanna Real (Winston Bull), Jake Mullen (Natalie Wakefield), Kristen Zwolski (Scott), Benjamin Rabe (Katie), Ryan Ortiz (Brian), Katy Beam and Kellie Beam; and his great grandchildren, James Joseph Ortiz and Liliana Judith Zwolski.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Elgin Lions Club Foundation in his name.