James “Butch” Beightley

June 17, 1946 - October 8, 2020

James L. Beightley 74 of New Brighton, PA went to join his wife on October 8, 2020.

Born June 17, 1946 in Beaver Falls, PA he was the son of the late B. D. and Anna Mae Beightley.

Jim graduated from Monaca High School in 1964 and attended Martin Anthony School in Pittsburgh. A born salesman, he worked for 30 years as Area Sale Manager with the Genesee Brewing Co. in Rochester, N.Y. He made many friends traveling Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio and New York and other parts of the United States. He retired in 2008 but found that retirement was not for him, so after acquiring a CDL license to drive a school bus, he went to work for Rhodes Transit driving for Central Valley School District. He truly enjoyed his job and loved going to work every day transporting his kids. He loved sports cars and owned several during his life. He loved his family and enjoyed vacationing with them at the Jersey Shore. He was involved with youth sports in New Brighton having coached baseball and as President of the midget’s football program. He was instrumental in taking the entire midget team to Niagara Falls, Canada to play a Charity football game. He loved children, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death along with his parents, his wife Karen (Beckert) Beightley, who he loved and missed every day, her parents Chuck and Pat Beckert, his two brothers-in-law, Chick DiBiago and Bill Woods. He is survived by his son Josh (Melissa Pfeifer) Beightley and step son Chuck (Sami) Carrol and their families, sister Bonnie DiBiago and Deb Woods and nieces and nephews. He was especially fond of his grandsons Rhett and Rocco Beightley. At his request there was a private family viewing. His ashes will be reunited with Karen’s at a favorite vacation spot.

The family would like to extend their gratitude for the care he received at AHN Cancer Center in Monaca, especially nurse Patty and in addition nurse Rhonda with AHN Hospice.

Arrangements were entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Ave., Monaca.

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James L. Beightley 74 of New Brighton, PA went to join his wife on October 8, 2020. Born June 17, 1946 in Beaver Falls, PA he was the son of the late B. D. and Anna Mae Beightley. Jim graduated from Monaca High School in 1964 and attended Martin Anthony School in Pittsburgh. A bornContinue Reading

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I went to school Jim,we all called him Beatle back I'm the day. Fond memories as 7th graders when alt of us gathered after school shooting off fire crackers after school and having care-free fun in .the innocence time of the 60ties growing up in Monica. Later Jim and my husband Bruce Noss of Freedom became good friends and we all shared good times again. So sorry to hear of his passing, I am sure Jim and Bruce are having a bedweizer again,and remembering the good old days. rip Beatle.

Deepest sympathies and prayers to Debi and Jim's entire family on your loss of such a nice man! Sincerely, Marge, Rhodes HR

Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Your mom and dad meant a lot to Tom and me. They were great people. I think of your mom often. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

I'll always remember your mom and dad.They were a huge part of the class of 95's childhood. Their dedication reached beyond their immediate family and they loved all of us "kids" as their own. I am so sorry for your loss, HUGS TO ALL OF YOU

I am just shocked to hear of Jim's passing. We loved being neighbors to JIm, Karen, Josh, and Sugar for many years. Loved watching him love his sons and grandsons play sports. He was their #1 fan. Prayers and deepest sympathies to the entire Beightley family.

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In memory of James "Butch" Beightley, Debi Woods lit a candle

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