Kristopher “Eric” Beacham was born on December 8, 1992, in Virginia and passed away on July 30, 2026, at the age of 33. In his 33 years, Eric left an imprint on the hearts of everyone who knew him. He filled those years with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories that will continue to be cherished by his family and friends.
Eric found the greatest meaning in the people he loved, the memories he created, and the joy he brought to those around him. His life was defined not by titles, but by the kindness, laughter, and love he shared so freely. Eric never met a stranger. He had a way of making everyone feel like they belonged, whether you’d known him for years or had just met him. His easygoing nature, kind heart, and contagious laugh made people feel at home in his presence.
If Eric had one title he cherished above all others, it was Dad. His son, Mason Julian Beacham, was the center of his world and the greatest joy of his life. Nothing made Eric happier than spending time with Mason, watching him grow, making him laugh, and simply being his father. Everyone who knew Eric knew how deeply he loved his little boy. There was never any doubt that Mason was the center of his world, and that love will remain with him always. Being Mason’s dad was Eric’s proudest role, and the bond they shared will continue to live on in Mason forever.
Eric had a gift for making ordinary moments feel special. Whether through his quick wit, his contagious laugh, or simply his presence, he had a way of bringing people together and reminding them to enjoy the moment. He could strike up a conversation with anyone and leave them feeling like an old friend. Whether surrounded by family, spending time with friends, or simply sharing a laugh, Eric made the people around him feel seen, valued, and loved.
To know Eric was to know someone who loved deeply, laughed often, and lived with an open heart. His kindness, generosity, humor, and ability to bring people together are the gifts his family and friends will carry with them forever.
More than anything, Eric will be remembered for the love he gave so freely and the way he made the people around him feel like family.
Eric is survived by his beloved son, Mason Julian Beacham; his father, James Edward Beacham Jr.; his siblings, Denise Beacham Kellum, Jennifer Beacham Drewery, Nikolaus C. Beacham, Jeffrey Scott Beacham (Brittany Beacham), and Maria Nicole Beacham; his nephew and best friend, Blake Drewery; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives are forever better because they knew him.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Margaret Beacham.
Eric leaves behind more than memories—he leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, kindness, and the countless lives he touched. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing that the love he shared, the joy he brought to others, and the memories he created will continue to live on in all of us.
Though his time on earth was far too short, Eric’s story will continue through the memories he created, the lives he touched, and most of all, through his son, Mason, who will always carry his father’s love with him. He will forever be loved, forever missed, and never forgotten.
