Anita Beltrami Beardsley

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Anita B. Beardsley will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, January 11, 2025 in the Library at the Cherry Valley Hotel, 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE, Newark, Ohio 43055.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Anita Beltrami Beardsley, a devoted wife, mother, and friend, on December 5, 2024, at the age of 79.

Born on April 8, 1945, in Barre, Vermont, to Ernestine and Armand Beltrami, Anita grew up in a community that valued resilience and creativity. She graduated from Johnson State College in 1967 and dedicated her life to education, family, and faith.

Anita shared a remarkable life with her husband, Jeffrey Beardsley. Together, they raised their children—Jeffrey II, Jason, Rebekah, and Joshua—with a foundation of faith, discipline, and love. Wherever they lived, they built lifelong friendships that became an extension of their family.

Known for her hospitality, determination, and deep faith, Anita created a home where everyone felt welcome. Her love of life, sense of adventure, and curiosity shaped countless family memories, from major moves with the family to days filled with creativity and connection.

Anita deeply appreciated the founding principles of America—liberty, faith, and opportunity—believing in the providential greatness of our nation. She carried these ideals daily and passed them on, inspiring in those around her a love for the hope, generosity, and unwavering faith that define the best of our country.

Anita is survived by her children, extended family, and many cherished friends. She now reunites with her husband Jeffrey, her mother Ernestine, and others who went before her.

Anita Beardsley’s legacy is one of love, faith, and lifelong connections. She will be profoundly missed and forever remembered.

McPeek Hoekstra Hoskinson Funeral Home is honored to care for Anita and her family.