Carl Beemer

Carl F. "Bud" Beemer, Jr., age 94, of Alexandria, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Alexandria Health and Rehabilitation in Alexandria, Indiana.

Bud was born on July 14, 1932, to Carl F. and Beulah (Ritter) Beemer, Sr. He attended St. Mary School and Alexandria High School before joining the United States Air Force in 1949 at the age of 17. Bud proudly served his country during the Korean War and was a Korean War veteran.

On October 16, 1954, Bud married Faye McClish. They would have celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on October 16, 2026.

Bud worked at Delco Remy, Donahue Gas, and Rock Wool before retiring in 1989.

Bud had many talents and was always willing to put them to use for others. He was an accomplished baker and confectioner, especially known for his pies, pecan rolls, and candy. He was also a gifted woodworker and made countless items for family, friends, and people throughout the community.

If something needed fixed, Bud was usually willing to give it a try. Over the years, he worked on many lawnmowers for people throughout the community and spent countless hours helping with maintenance at St. Mary Catholic Church and School. One of the projects he was especially proud of was the renovation of the church alongside Jim Clever.

Bud was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fishing trips to Michigan and Minnesota. Of all the places he could be, though, one of his favorites was simply sitting on his porch.

Bud was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the Alexandria Eagles Aerie #1771, and the American Legion.

Bud is survived by his children, Tom Beemer, Joe Beemer, Kathy (Neal) Summa, and Monica Fix; grandchildren, Lynn (Bob) Toomey, Emily (Chad) Cooper, Jill (Erik) Scott, Jamie (Matt) Elis, Dustin Marshall, Brandy (Matt) Stubblebine, Nichole Beemer, Lindsay (Derrick) Kramer, Joshua (Habi) Montgomery, Joseph Southard, Katie (Ethan) Morgan, Coty Beemer, Kris (Jake) Wedmore, Holly (Braden) Alfano, Andrew (Abbie) Beemer, Jacob Fix, and Justin Fix; 34 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl F. and Beulah Beemer; infant children, Jon Eric Beemer in 1966 and Andrea Christine Beemer in 1969; children, Debra Mathew in 2004, Randy Beemer in 2020, and Teresa Humphery in 2021; granddaughter, Shannon Gaddis in 2025; brothers, Jim Beemer and Phil Beemer; and sister, Opal Shepard.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Alexandria Health and Rehabilitation for the care provided to Bud, as well as Compassus Hospice Care for their love and compassion, especially Kelsey, Jenny, and Kaylie.

The family will receive visitors from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Whetsel Funeral Service, 1503 South Park Avenue, Alexandria, Indiana. A Rosary service will be held at 6:30 p.m. during the visitation.

Visitation will continue from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 820 West Madison Street, Alexandria, Indiana 46001. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 12:00 p.m. with Father Christian DeCarlo officiating.

Immediately following the service, burial will take place at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, 876 South Park Avenue, Alexandria, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made in Bud's honor to St. Mary Catholic Church, 820 West Madison Street, Alexandria, Indiana 46001.

Bud and Susan Whetsel, along with the entire Whetsel Funeral Service staff, are honored to care for the Beemer family during this time.