It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Lee Beem of Ellsworth, Iowa, who passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lee Beem to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Earnest Lee and Lois C. Beem (Boyer); his brother Donald Beem; his parents-in-law, Anthony and Geneva Donovan; and his brother-in-law Elmer Applegarth.

He is survived by : his wife Angie of Emmetsburg, Iowa; his children, Coleen Ruddy (Doug) of Emmetsburg, Anna Peden (Chris) of Horizon City, Toni Hayes (James) of Hot Springs and Earnest "Earnie" Beem (Sheila D'Angelo) of Simi Valley, California; his grandson John Ruddy (Sara); his great grandchildren, Finnegan and Fallon; his grandchildren, Rachel Ruddy, Kelly Peden, James Hayes, Kayla and Angelina Beem; and his siblings-in-law, Lawana Beem, Joyce Donovan, Caroline Applegarth, Helen and Randy Duncan.

Lee was very generous to donate his artwork to fundraisers and benefits.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Martin-Mattice Funeral Home