Robert Beadles, 82, of Haverhill passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 5, at Country Center for Health & Rehab, Newburyport. He also lived at the Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport and was formerly from Woonsocket, R.I.
He was born In Clinton, Ill. on Dec. 13, 1935 the son of the late Roscoe and Rachel (Vinson) Beadles.
Beadles was educated in the Clinton, Ill., school system and graduated from Clinton High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and served as a gunners mate aboard the USS Shenandoah. After receiving his honorable discharge, he began his career as a machinist, eventually retiring from Anco Tool and Dye.
In his free time he enjoyed his friends at the Atria, spending time with his family, and puzzle making.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Inez (Anterni) Beadles of Haverhill; two daughters, Mary Guerin and her husband John of Haverhill and Ann Nadeau and her husband Wayne of Jewett City, Conn.; four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Vinson, Roscoe, Jack, Bill and Juanita.
His family would like to extend its deepest gratitude Dr Saira Naseer, and her staff, Country Center for Health and Rehab, and Constellation Hospice for their kindness and compassion.
At his request, funeral services will be private and at the convenience of his family. Arrangements are by the H.L. Farmer and Sons Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Haverhill and Bradford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Constellations Hospice 180 Low St. Newburyport, MA 01950.