The Pampa News, January 8, 2026

James Douglas “Jim” Beesley, 74 years of age, of Pampa, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 6, 2026, at his home while surrounded by family.

James Douglas was born to James Thomas Beesley and Francis Henson Beesley on March 19th, 1951, in Wheeler, Texas. He graduated from Pampa High School in 1969 and attended West Texas State University for two years. In the summer of 1970, Jim met Lori and their first date was at the Pampa carnival then, in August of 1971, he and Lori Rodgers exchanged vows in holy matrimony and recently celebrated 54 years of marriage. Jim worked in the oilfield industry for 35 years at Superior Supply, Red Man Pipe Supply, and WB Supply. He cherished his faith in God and valued his family deeply.  

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Gertie Henson McCoy; his father, James Thomas Beesley; his mother, Francis Henson Beesley; a sister, June Hardin; brother, Tom Beesley, and great-grandson, Royal Collins Beesley.

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