Steve L. Beadle

Steve L. Beadle, 79 of Kearney, passed away Tuesday August 25, 2026 at Kearney Regional Medical Center. Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2026 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Kearney Cemetery with military honors provided by the USMC Funeral Honors Team in conjunction with the Kearney American Legion Post #52 and VFW Post #759. Those attending are encouraged to wear military or patriotic attire to honor Steve’s service. His celebration of life will continue at Platte Valley Taphouse where drinks and food will be served following the burial. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. Condolences may be shared online www.osrfh.com. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Steve L. Beadle was born December 13, 1946, in Kearney to Glen and Juanita (Lincoln) Beadle. He was raised in Kearney, graduated from Kearney High School in 1965. In 1967 he Joined the United States Marine Corps and served in Vietnam from 1967-1969. Following his honorable discharge, Steve joined the U.S. Army, serving from 1976-1987, earning the rank of Major. He then spent the next four years getting his bachelor’s degree from Kearney State College. He was also deeply involved in his community and generously gave his time to organizations and causes that were important to him. He proudly coached the Buffalo County 4-H judging team, helping lead the team to two state championships. He was a very active member of the Kearney Goodfellows and was a past president of both the Kearney American Legion and VFW. Through his leadership, dedication, and willingness to serve others, he made a lasting impact on the organizations and community he was a part of. He stood up for what he believed in. He was also a strong advocate for Vietnam veterans and their families, traveling to Washington, D.C., to testify before Congress in support of improved VA benefits for Vietnam veterans. His commitment to ensuring veterans received the recognition, support, and benefits they had earned reflected his lifelong dedication to serving others. Left to cherish his memory are his sister, Carol Letcher of Summerhaven Lake; brother, Kern (Danita) Beadle of Kearney. As well as many nieces and nephews. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Juanita Beadle; sister, Glenda Williams.

Steve L. Beadle

December 12, 1946 - August 25, 2026