Gary Beams

AURORA—Gary Ritt Beams, 58, of Aurora and formerly of Downers Grove, Westmont, and Palatine, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb., 8, 2020 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora.
Born March 3, 1961 in Chicago, Gary was a son of Arthur and Lois (Ritt) Beams. He was raised and educated in Westmont, and graduated from Westmont High School. He was a member of the Westmont First United Methodist Church, and belonged to the Braidwood Recreation Club. Gary was an avid fisherman and enjoyed watching all professional sports. He was a loyal fan of the Miami Dolphins, Chicago Blackhawks, Bulls and Cubs. Gary loved his family, friends, and two dogs, Mercury and Shula.
Survivors include his siblings: Lori (Ronald) Rizzo, of Morris; Julie (Peter) Wakely, of Downers Grove and Christopher Beams, of Naples, FL.; nieces and nephew: Frank Rizzo, Victoria Beams, Elizabeth Beams and Delainey Beams; cousins: Joan, Joe and Lisa Sequens, of Westchester, IL; his aunt, Rita Roberts, of Downers Grove and Mercury Beams.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lois (Ritt) Beams, of Westmont; brother, Steven Beams, of North Aurora and Shula Beams.
Gary's compassion and desire to help enhance other people's lives led him to register, and now he is an organ and tissue donor through Gift of Hope (GiftofHope.org).
Cremation rites have been accorded, and a private family service will be held at a later date.
Family and friends may sign the guest book, upload photographs or share Gary’s memorial page online by logging into: www.ReevesFH.com/notices/Gary-Beams
Cremation services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Home, Ltd. Morris.