James Alan

"Jim" Beyers

Obituary

James Alan Beyers
September 18, 1953 – November 2, 2026

James Alan "Jim" Beyers, of Tifton, Georgia, passed away Monday, November 2, 2026, surrounded by loved ones at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be held for Jim at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2026, in the Chapel of Bowen-Donaldson Home for Funerals with the Rev. Kenny Miller officiating. Jim will be laid to rest at Rutland Cemetery in Eldorado, Georgia.

Honorary pallbearers will be Brooks Branch, Parker Branch, Mack Branch, Aaron Guyer, Rob Buckley, Ross Buckley, Ryan Buckley, Pee Wee McCall, Nick McCall, Ashton McCall, Steven Goldman, Chase Goldman, Al Janelle, Orlando Rosa and Austin Harris.

Jim was born on September 18, 1953, and grew up with a family who loved and cherished him in Anaheim, California, where he spent most of his life before moving to Georgia with his wife, Kris, soon after the birth of his first grandson.

Jim was a funny, loving and kind man who brought joy, laughter and a sense of adventure to the people around him. He loved good food, road trips and cheering on his beloved USC Trojans and Las Vegas Raiders. He was always up for an adventure and enjoyed making memories with the people he loved most.

Above all, Jim was devoted to his family. He loved his wife, Kris Buckley Beyers, more than anything and embraced his two stepdaughters, Tamara and Amanda, as his own from the very beginning. He showed his love in countless ways, from Disneyland trips and family adventures to listening, offering thoughtful advice, and taking an interest in everything happening in their lives. He was incredibly smart, never one to use more words than necessary, but when he offered advice, it was especially meaningful.

His grandsons, Brooks and Parker, brought him immeasurable joy. Known affectionately as Bobo, Jim was the best grandfather they could have asked for. Jim was a former football player for the University of New Mexico Lobos, and he loved sharing his passion for sports with both boys. Watching football together and keeping up with the latest sports news were some of the moments they treasured. He loved those boys fiercely, and they will always carry their memories of Bobo with them.

Jim faced life's challenges with strength and determination, fighting until the very end. Through it all, his love for his family never wavered.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, Ken Keesee; his sister, Sharon Beyers; and his brother-in-law, John Guyer. He is survived by his wife, Kris; his mother, Joyce Keesee; his daughters, Tamara Branch and Amanda Maddox; his son-in-law, Mack Branch; his beloved grandsons, Brooks and Parker; his sister, Shelley Guyer; his nephew, Aaron Guyer, his wife, Stephanie, and their daughter, Scarlet; and many other family members and friends whose lives were made better by knowing him.

Jim's memory is a blessing to all who knew and loved him. He will be sorely missed, remembered often and loved always.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jim's memory to Hospice of Tift Area, 618 Central Avenue North, Tifton, GA 31794.