Bio by contributor 46982281:

Note: David Beaman, as was his correct name from birth, started using the name Beman sometime after 1910.
That is why from then on, he & his descendants are known as Beman.

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David Beaman is my Great Grandfather, he was the son of Abraham Beaman from Indiana~orginally from North Carolina~ & Mary Cheney of Indiana~orginally from Maryland.
David married Frances Almeda Fosdyck
~ 11 Jan. 1890 in Hancock, Illinois.
They had these children: Johnnie Major, Hazel Earl [my Grandfather], Flossie M., Floyd L., & Gladys.
Great Grandfather must have been a truly wonderful husband, father & person. Because he sure gave to us a wonderful Dad. My Dad [Samuel Earl] is the Grandson of David.
Great Grandfather was more then likely a very handsome man, because of the looks passed down to David's son Hazel Earl, then to Dad & finally to my son.
Family are our greatest bond in this life, even when this life turns to death. Love never dies & leave us forever.
We carry our family with us, in our hearts.
We Love You Great Granddad~Love *Starr*
Since I know from seeing pictures of your son Hazel Earl, that the Beaman looks carried on to my family, I am leaving you a picture of your son Hazel Earl & your Great Great Grandson (my son) [ Shondell ], who are now there with you.
Because I know they look just like you.
Love Your G Granddaughter *

Note:
David Beaman's Paternal Grandparents are:
Isaac Beaman & Ellender 'Nellie' Haislip of North Carolina.
His Paternal Great Grandparents are:
Abraham Beaman & Elizabeth D'Auge of Rowan, N. Carolina.
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David Beaman's Maternal Grandparents are:
Jeremiah Cheney of Allegany Co, Maryland,
and Elizabeth Easter of Pennsylvania.
His Maternal Great Grandparents are:
Isaac Cheney & Lucy Stockwell of Allegany Co, Maryland.