Bernard Lee Beasley, age 90, of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021.

Bernie was born November 11, 1930, in Richmond, VA the son of Alvin and Eva (Delbridge) Beasley. Bernie served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base near Knob Noster, MO. In Knob Noster he met his wife Edith (Evans) Beasley. Edith preceded Bernie in death.

Bernie worked at Missouri Public Service. He enjoyed bluegrass music festivals and woodworking.

Bernie is survived by his children Cathy Murphy and Jack Beasley, both of Independence; four grandchildren Justin (Chrissy) Durham, Wesley Durham, Ben Murphy, and Daria Murphy; and four great grandchildren Kyle, Kenzie, Gracie, and Draylen Durham. Bernie also leaves a special friend of 20 years Mary McEvers; his brother Robert (Vivian) Beasley; sister-in-law Evelyn Saunders; brothers-in-law Bob (Betty) Evans and Howard (Donna) Evans; and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be missed greatly by all.

Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, September 13, 2021, at Warrensburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Brother Charles Brant officiating.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Crossroads Hospice and can be left in care of Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home.