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Shirley (O’Conor) Beamer

  • 01/03/2020 12:27 AM

Shirley (O’Conor) Beamer passed away peacefully in Fernley, Nevada on December 18, 2019 at the age of 75. Shirley was  born in La-Junta, Colorado and graduated from Rangley High. After moving to California with her family, Shirley discovered her passion in newspaper production. She worked for several papers including Sierra Sun in Truckee, Daily Republic in Fairfield, Benicia Herald in Benicia and was production manager of The Roseville Press Tribune in Roseville. Shirley is survived by her husband of 58 years William, and sons Dean (Jeannette) and Keith Beamer. Grandchildren (children of Dean) Alicia (Kevin) Pharis and Blake Beamer. Great grandchildren Charlotte and Evelyn Pharis. She will be greatly missed by her family, extended family and friends. No services will be held per Shirley’s wishes.

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Comment author: Alicia Euresti Comment text: We are all so blessed to have Pastor Matt and Mrs. Regina in this town. They have become a major part of pur family and our children adore them. Thank you both for all you do for qll of us. We love you!!!! Comment publication date: 9/6/26, 9:24 PM Comment source: Fascinating Fernley: Meet Your Neighbors at Living Faith Food Pantry Comment author: R Conley Comment text: Is the deputy receiving any additional training or reinforcing prior training? Comment publication date: 9/5/26, 10:08 AM Comment source: Inmate escapes from Fernley substation Comment author: Kayla Allen Comment text: Suzie was a wonderful woman. I was pleased to call her my "godmother" as she helped me to become a better version of myself. I think about her a lot. Comment publication date: 7/10/26, 8:31 PM Comment source: Susanne Lynn Foster Comment author: Sheena Nash Comment text: After the trivia night is over, I would love for you to print the questions. I grew up in Fernley and would be interested to see how many answers I know. The coin is beautiful. Congrats on 25 years as a city! Comment publication date: 6/22/26, 1:38 PM Comment source: City of Fernley planning 25th anniversary celebration with three days of community events C Comment author: Carl C. Hagen Comment text: Maybe there is more to this story than what is reported, but it seems to me that the businesses that are causing this problem ought to be paying for this, or at least a major portion of it. Why does the County have to pay the whole bill? Just my opinion. Comment publication date: 5/7/26, 10:26 AM Comment source: Storey County, Tesla partner to extend I-80 Patrick on-ramp Comment author: Alan Reeder Comment text: Great guy, laughed easily, had fun with his students, enjoyed our time together at FHS! Comment publication date: 4/23/26, 10:23 PM Comment source: Howard David Jackson
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