of Helena, AR
February 4, 1952 - May 16, 2025
Andrew Louis ''Andy'' Beith, beloved husband of Melinda Kalb Beith, passed away in Helena on Friday, May 16, 2025, the couple's 27th wedding anniversary. The youngest of nine children, Andy was born in Helena, AR on February 4, 1952 to Robert Porter Beith, Sr. and Quinn Susan Coleman.
A graduate of Elaine High School, Andy attended Rhema Bible College. A diesel mechanic by trade, Andy was gifted with a spatial/technical intelligence. He could hear a problematic engine and immediately diagnose the likely repairs! Growing up on a farm in Ferguson, AR, Andy was also gifted with a naturalistic intelligence. He would pass a field, identify what crop was growing and know exactly what that crop needed for success. His happiest days were spent driving a big truck for the annual harvest. Andy was enamored with Scotland and his rich ancestry. Andy was a member of the First Assembly of God, North Little Rock.
A humble man who quietly helped all, Andy was an armor bearer. He shied away from the spotlight while ensuring that all was running smoothy behind the scenes. Andy spent countless hours in the technical theatre department at Little Rock Central High School, building sets and procuring essentials. Most importantly, he mentored children, teaching skills that endured long after the curtain closed. For his selfless contributions, Andy was awarded honorary membership in Troupe 6418 of the International Thespian Society, the honor society for dramatic arts.
Andy believed that every soul matters; his kindness was universal. His ultimate joy was found in his grands, great-grands, nieces, nephews and their babies. He was jovial and smiled brightly when the babes were present! His stories of growing up and wisdom imparted to the next generation will continue to resonate.
In addition to his wife, Andy is survived by four children, Drew (Misty) Beith of Benton, MS, Josh (Sara) Beith of Paducah, KY, Kelly Martin of Harker Heights, TX and Adam Quinn Beith of Helena, AR; eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; Four sisters, Sandra Beith (Buddy) Quinn of Helena, AR, Kaye Beith Towles of Hot Springs, AR, Doris Beith (Clois) Perkins of North Little Rock, AR and Gloria Jo Beith (Bill) Holloway of Claremore, OK and a plethora of nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his lifelong friends and bonus family Johnny, Sandra Kaye and Kaleb Hall.
Andy is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, RP ''Bobby'' Beith and David ''Peto'' Beith; sisters, Connie Beith Buckingham, Faye Beith Schauffhauser and grandson, Gabriel Quinn Martin.
Services to be held May 31st, 2025 at Hope Church. Visitation will begin at 11am. The Service will follow at 12 noon with a reception at the church to follow.
In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made Little Rock Central High School Tech Theatre Department.
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24 Condolence(s)
Helen L. Strickland
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Dear Melinda, Adam, Kelly, and the rest of the family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was one of the coolest mild mannered men I ever met in my life. I know you all are missing him. Stay strong in the comfort and might of God and our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus!!! I love you all!!!
Sincerely,
Helen Leniear-Strickland
✝️🙏🏾'😇
''Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.''
Psalm 116:15 KJV
Marc Smith
Friday, May 30, 2025
Prayers for the family. I knew Andy a long time and he always had something funny to say. He was a good friend and mechanic.
Ray Spinks
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Praying for all the friends and family.
Edwynne Kalb
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Dear Melinda & family,
Just sitting here remembering the first time you & I met Andy. I think that was first for you but anyway making me smile. Remembering Andy's smile.
We had a lot of great times to cherish. My heart felt condolences.
Love you.
Edwynne
Bonnie Beith Mackinnon Triplett
Thursday, May 29, 2025
To all of dear Andy's family…Sincere condolences from our branch of the Beith clan to yours….The pleasure of knowing you all through Facebook, and then some genealogy research assisted by Andy - has opened up a new adventure, and challenges, and possibilities about the size of Our Tree, it's branches and roots, still to be discovered. God Bless you, all - We ARE all one family. Hopefully we will meet in person some day. - Thank-you, Andy!🥰
Elizabeth Jones
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for all his family and friends, countless. I will
miss his presence and all the memories that I have. They are not lost. I spent many summers enjoying my cousins, close to my heart and close in age, November 1, 1952. 🙏❤️🙏
Stella Cameron
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Thinking of you and your family! Keeping you in my prayers!
CarlaLynn Tucker
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Hugs and Love to The Beith Family. Condolences to you all. Mr. Beith was a very special person I love talking with him when he would come to Little Rock Central High.
Patrice D . Williams (Phillips)
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Sending love and light to you, Mrs. Beith and the entire family.
Angela Wooley
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Melinda,
I was so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I know that your family will miss him. He was such an important part of your life. I pray that God holds your hand as you walk through this time.
Love, Angie
Angel Cross
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Melinda,
So, so sad to hear of Andy's passing. My heart hurts for you, Kelly, and Adam. Praying you will all be comforted in knowing that Andy is no longer suffering. May God allow you to feel His presence and His peace. Hugs to you, my friend.
Lenora Murray
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Melinda, So sorry to hear about your husband. Prayers for your whole family !
Robert Murry
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
I know he will be Greatly missed! Especially his never ending Smile! Praying for his Fine Family and Friends!
Tony Naile
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Andy was fun to be around, always smiling, we had good visits at the reunions, I'll miss him.
Joe gray
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Praying for the entire family. God is still with you.
Denise Donaldson
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Andy was a kind man who gave without asking for anything in return, we will miss him dearly.
Glenda Christian
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Andy, but from what I read, I missed out on knowing a wonderful man! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dona Bowry
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Melinda, I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and understanding. Prayers are with you and your family at this time and in the difficult times ahead. Sending hugs and prayers. Dona Maple's Bowry
Jo Alice Harris
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
You and your family are in our prayers.
Roland Williamson
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Sympathy to the Beith family at the loss of Andy. May God be with you all at this sad time.
Jimmy Victory
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
So sorry for the loss of Andy. I grew up as a young man around Andy. He was a member of a large family most of which I knew. Prayers for all of the family.
Tim
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Melinda and family m6 deepest sympathy. May God be with during this time. Prayers for you and family.
Tim
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Melinda and family m6 deepest sympathy. May God be with during this time. Prayers for you and family.
Phil & Leigh Davis
Monday, May 19, 2025
Born three weeks apart in Ferguson, Arkansas and we have been friends all of our lives. We know that we will see each other again in Heaven. Until then we will honor your life here. Rest in Peace friend.