Gerald Lindel Beene (74)

Gerald Lindel Beene, 74, of Longview, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1950, in Gilmer, Texas.

Gerald was raised in the rural areas of Upshur County and graduated from New Diana High School in 1969. He went on to attend Kilgore Junior College before joining the United States Army. Gerald proudly served his country in Germany as a radio operator and communications specialist.

While serving in the Army, he met his wife, Tu Rye, during a tour in South Korea. After his military service, Gerald and Tu Rye made their home in Longview, Texas. Gerald worked for many years repairing and maintaining business telephone systems throughout East Texas and West Louisiana.

He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who was always willing to lend a helping hand and was known for rarely saying “no” to those he loved.

Gerald is survived by his daughter, Abigail Russell and son-in-law, Jason Russell; his son, Michael Beene; grandchildren, Jacob and Megan Russell, and Jonathan and Joseph Beene; his brother, Frank Beene, and wife, Kay; sisters, Abigail Dean and husband, John, and Madelyn Beene; and nieces, Audrey and Emily Dean.

Gerald was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Tu Rye, his sister Charlotte Goss, and his parents, Gerald and Walterene Beene.

Gerald will be remembered for his kind heart, his dedication to family, and his lifelong commitment to hard work and service. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.