Beverly Jean Phelps Beeman, age 91, passed away on August 25, 2020. Beverly earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education degree from ASU and graduated in 1968, with distinction, to pursue a 20+ year home economics teaching career, mostly for the Scottsdale Public Schools.  She began docent training in Art History at the Phoenix Art Museum in 1973 and continued serving as a tour guide and slide librarian for 40+ years, culminating her volunteer work there as a Master Docent Emeritus.



Beverly is survived by her husband, Bob Beeman. Bob was the 4th president of ASURA (1994/1995), and served in other roles before and after being president. Beverly is also survived by five children, a sister, 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. The family is planning a celebration of life/spreading of ashes/reunion event next May on Mother's Day at the family cabin near Flagstaff. A memorial Fund is being established at the Phoenix Art Museum for those who desire to honor her in a meaningful way. (Source: Arizona Republic)