James Gordon Beatty

October 10, 1939 - October 31, 2021

82, of Beech Grove, IN, passed away October 31, 2021 surrounded by his family after a short illness. Jim was born October 10, 1939 in Beech Grove, IN, to the late Lloyd and Mary (Bosse) Beatty. Jim was a graduate of Southport High School. After graduation, he was employed at Western Electric before becoming a popular Beech Grove bartender at the Grove and Knot Here night clubs and the Moose Lodge for many years. After retiring from night life, Jim became a people greeter at Wal-Mart which he enjoyed for 15 years before retiring for good. He enjoyed camping, fishing, NASCAR, growing tomatoes and spending time with his family. Visitation will be Friday, November 5, 2021 from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service at 1:30 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel, 3333 East Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Jim is survived by his wife of 39 years, Cheryl Beatty; son, Scott A. Beatty (Kelli); daughters, Deana Wood (David) and Stacy Strader (Bobby); step-daughter, Brandy Maio; brothers, Jerry Beatty and John (Barbara) Beatty; 16 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Stephen Wayne Beatty; brother, Roy “Jack” Beatty; and sister-in-law, Harriett Beatty. Memorial contributions are suggested to Wheeler Mission, 3208 E. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201. www.shirleybrothers.com.