Jerry Glenn Beasley of Centennial, Colorado passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family at the age of 77. He was born in Casper, Wyoming on March 7, 1947 to Charles and Claudia Beasley. Jerry was raised in Wyoming and continued to live there until he joined the Navy, immediately following his high school graduation.

He was the bravest man we have ever known, serving 3 tours in Vietnam before the age of 24. Jerry spent most of his service on the U.S.S. Ticonderoga as an ETN3 (Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power). During his time in the Navy he earned the Navy Unit Commendation, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service with 4 bronze stars, as well as the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. He took pride in his marksmanship skills and enjoyed target shooting. He also had a passion for parachuting, making over 2000 jumps during his active duty and taking part in many skydiving adventures as a civilian. Upon his honorable discharge, he moved to Denver, CO where he worked as a Logistics Manager for Storage-Tech until his retirement in 2010.

Jerry was an active member of St. Andrew and possessed a deep faith in God. He sang in the Charles Wesley Choir, participated in the Big Serve, Family Promise, and volunteered at Wings Over the Rockies. Jerry never failed to step up when there was a need. He kept beautiful collections, enjoyed grilling in the middle of  a snowstorm (never quite accepting that a coat is sometimes necessary in Colorado), and always had a book to read or listen to. Jerry was an accomplished finescale modeler, honing his skills and creating cherished relationships with valued friends. He never met a dog that he didn't love. After he married Deborah, he got his first puppy and from that moment on his life was not complete without a furry canine companion. Our beloved "Beas" was a proud Navy Veteran, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, fierce friend, world traveler, culinary aficionado, and avid dog lover, who will be deeply missed.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Deborah Beasley, who was blessed to spend 35 wonderful years with him. He believed her to be his Princess, and reveled in her sweet kiss that, at long last, turned him from a frog into a Prince. He is also survived by his daughter, Jennifer McKenna (Spencer), step-daughters Julie Dunsmore (Bill) and Sarah Boland (Brent), grandchildren Susan and Lily McKenna, and Asa and Amos Boland.

Services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew United Methodist Church 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Warrior Dog Foundation