Luther Caswell Beasley, 87, of Burgaw, NC passed away March 18 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Known to his family and friends as LC, he was born on April 22, 1927 in Duplin County to the late George and Mae Beasley. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Della Mae and cherished granddaughter Beth Lockhart.

A devoted husband and loving father, LC led his family by example, with honesty, integrity, generosity and hard work the cornerstones for his life. As a US Army veteran, LC was proud to have served our country. As a farmer, he helped to feed the nation, and as a welder and pipefitter, he helped to build it. In retirement, his garden was greatly enjoyed by his family and neighbors, producing the best collards around. He was loved and respected by many, and his loving and welcoming spirit will be greatly missed.

LC is survived by his daughters, Donna Lockhart and husband Billy of Matthews, and Kathy Redmond and husband Dennis of Raleigh, grandchildren Lynn High and husband Larry of Monroe, Will Lockhart of Matthews, Jason Redmond and wife Rebecca, Rebecca Redmond, and Garrett Redmond, all of Raleigh, great-grandchildren Christopher, Blake and Jake Mitchell, and Caleb and Hannah Redmond, brothers Joe Beasley and wife Hannah of Harkers Island, and Delmar Beasley of Hallsboro , special sister in law Landis Beasley, special nephew Billy McIntosh and wife Pam, numerous additional nieces and nephews, and special friends Ray and Patsy Chadwick and Ivey Blackburn.

Memorials may be made to Jordan's Chapel United Methodist Church, 4670 Stag Park Rd, Burgaw, NC, 28425

The family will receive friends on Friday evening, March 20 from 6:00 to 7:30 at Harrell's Funeral Home in Burgaw. Funeral services will be at Jordan's Chapel United Methodist Church at 11:00AM Saturday with internment at Riverview Cemetery immediately following the service. Reverend William Hill Pearsall will officiate.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.harrellsfh.com
A service of Harrell's Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Burgaw.