PHILLIP MURRY BEAVERS

Phillip Murry Beavers passed on to be with the Lord our Savior on the evening of July 4, 2022, while in the compassionate care of his long-time love and friend Martha Polo at her home. He was 72 years young and resided in the city he was born in, Bessemer, AL. Phillip, otherwise referred to as “Paw Paw,” was born on March 12, 1950, attended the local schools, and graduated from McAdory High School as a member of the proud Class of 1968, of whom many remained his friends and fans alike over the years. Phillip retired from US Steel after 30 plus years of work. Phillip was preceded in death by his father Hubert William Beavers and his mother Mary Edna Beavers; his sister’s Sherry Lynn Boyd and Judy B Sims; and his brother’s Daniel Ray and Roy J Beavers; and his grandson Justin Brackner. Phillip is survived by his sister Connie Beavers Wyatt and her three children Mandie and her husband Joe, Jeremy, and his wife Maricel, and Jacob Todd and their families; daughter Ginger Rae Olmstead, son-in-law Shayne and grandchildren Brylon Olmstead and Taylor Foster, Bailee Foster Taylor King and her husband, Jesse; daughter Toni Currier, son-in-law Scott, and grandchildren Sidney, Bailey, and Wesley; and finally, son Phillip Beavers Jr., his wife Chasity, and grandchildren Eli and Brantley Bryant and many, many, nieces, and nephews. Phillip will be remembered and celebrated today, and for days to come by many people and for many reasons. Phillip’s humor and satire was a trait few could mimic, but many would enjoy and savor. He was one of the wittiest people you would ever meet, and his Facebook followers waited with anticipation for his next post. His sisters, Connie and Sherry were his rocks, and the priceless times they spent traveling, consuming good food, and most importantly and fruitful, the endless days of Dominos and Rook with his sisters and friend Duese! Phillip’s love for games was as important as his fascination and allure of music. Through the years, before his parents passed, Phillip looked forward to weekly family get togethers of dinner and Dominoes at “Grandpa’s,” made special by the many kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews who made those days a priority! Phillip was a generous man who provided meals and many other things to people in need. He would go out of his way to help anyone. He was a handyman and could build or fix anything, and would offer those services to many people, all the while, enjoying the time he shared completing the tasks and building lasting relationships. He loved his dogs through the years, to which there were many, but he particularly grew fond of a German Shepherd he named Sarah, who loved him just as much. Phillip possessed a passion for many things; Alabama football (including humorous pokes at any of his Auburn counterparts), his desire for many years to own and ride motorcycles, both alone, and with his children making lasting memories. Over the years, his long rides with his daughter Ginger or his son PJ, were an expression of family time valued and memories created. However, his deep affection for music was an enjoyment he carried from a young age to the present. He loved a variety of music and owned at one time a 200-disc CD Changer with many others he would rotate in to enjoy! His days of retirement were only complete with music, rides, and his sisters. For a time in his life, Phillip sang with a gospel group called The Campbells and one of his daughter Toni’s favorite songs was “Family Bible!” He posted often on Facebook his love for food, and his affection for music, growing from country and southern gospel to classic rock and even classical composers, and how the “young folks are missing out on the good ole songs like, “Bringing in the Sheaves,” and “When we all get to Heaven.” Phillip’s favorite holiday was the Fourth of July, and the family gatherings at “Grandpa’s” celebrating this special day brought loved ones from near and far. He cherished these opportunities and celebrated the holiday with food and music, but above all, building priceless memories with his family! Coincidentally, one of his favorite songs of all times is that of the same holiday, “Fourth of July” by Pete Droge. Only fitting that Phillip would be taken from this life on his favorite day, with his favorite tune playing as he made his departure. The lyrics included these words: “On the fourth of July, See the Sparks in the Sky. When you’re sick of the trying, and you’re tired of the crying, then the Fourth of July, is a good day to die. They’ll celebrate each year, your independence from here.” Phillip made the following post on his Facebook Page just a little over two years ago on May 8, 2020… The world is not my home. I’m just passing through. My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue. The Angels beckon me from Heaven’s open door, And I can’t feel at home in this world anymore. Oh Lord you know I have no friend like you. If Heaven’s not my home, then Lord what will I do. The angels beckon me from Heaven’s open door, And I can’t feel at home in this world anymore. “So let it be written, so let it be done!” There will be a Graveside Service only, at Cedar Hill in Bessemer, Al., Thursday July 7, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Peoples Chapel Fumeral Home in Hueytown will be taking care of Phillip’s arrangements.