Robert Wayne Beadle

Robert “Bob” Wayne Beadle, age 71, of Elkhart, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born on March 1, 1955 in New Port, AR, to David Nelson, Sr. and Joyce Ann Beadle. On June 19, 2003 he married AmyJo Crawford.

Bob enjoyed riding his motorcycle and quiet moments spent fishing. He will be sadly missed by his family and beloved dogs.

Bob is survived by his wife of over 24 years, AmyJo, children; Carl (Lucy) Beadle, Steve Beadle, Robbie Beadle, Melinda Ottinger, Dustin Ottinger and Kala Ottinger, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and siblings; Kay (Virgil) Quick, Bruce Beadle, Rick (Juan) Beadle, Lori (Gary) Friemouth, Jim (Barbara) Beadle and Jerry (Amy) Beadle along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Joyce Beadle, as well as his siblings, Brenda Nance and Butch (Ellen) Beadle.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Stemm-Lawson-Peterson Funeral Home, 1531 Cobblestone Blvd, Elkhart, IN, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made to his family at www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com