George Foyell Beam

George Foyell Beam, 79 of Lexington, North Carolina passed away October 21, 2026, at Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington.

He was born on January 31, 1947, in Davidson County to the late Troy and Ella Dollar Beam. He was one of six children and grew up in Davidson County. In 1966, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army. George began his enlistment as a cook and rose to the rank of Supply Sargant, during his time spent in the Army, George was stationed in Arizona, California, Louisiana and overseas in Germany, Netherlands and Denmark. He was very proud that he had the opportunity to serve the country he loved and to protect all that it stood for. George was Honorably Discharged in March of 1974. After leaving the army, he began working for Thomasville Furniture Industry and later worked for Patrician Furniture of High Point.

Away from work, George was always proud of his Christian faith and remained proud of his service to his country. He attended and was very active at Christian Life Free Will Baptist Church in Thomasville. George also loved his family and his family loved him. He made such a connection with his nieces and nephews that they all looked forward to spending time together. George loved American muscle cars and after having a few in his younger life, he decided that collecting models was much easier, so his collection was always growing.

Along with his parents, George was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Hughes and brother, Ronnie Beam.

Those left to cherish the memory of George are his daughter, Pam Lauck of Florida; brother, Jimmy Beam; sisters, Betty Ring and Wanda Hughes. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews who will greatly miss their uncle and friend.

The family will host a memorial service on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 12:00PM at Christian Life Free Will Baptist Church in Thomasville.

George will always be remembered for his love for his Lord, his family and his country.

Wright Funerals-Cremations is in charge of arrangements.