James Daniel Beail

On Monday, January 13, 2025, we said goodbye to James Daniel Beail (“Jimmy”), a father, grandfather, friend and life-long mentor of many. Jimmy was surrounded by his loving family as he peacefully passed. He was 93 years of age at the time of his death. 

He was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, the son of the late Edward Beail and the late Agnes (Flannery) Beail. He was one of six with two older brothers and three sisters. He adored his baby sister Joan, who was with him in his last days. 

From a young age, Jim was taught that hard work will take you anywhere you want to go. He was willing to pass on his 93 years of life lessons to anyone willing to listen. 

Jim married Ruth and moved to Delaware County. His brother, Bernie, encouraged him to join the union and become a bricklayer. He enjoyed a career with John B. Kelly for over 50 years. He loved his craft. In fact, it was one of his favorite hobbies. 

Jim and Ruth resided in Green Ridge, PA, where they raised their three children, Jimmy, Sharon, and Anne. Sadly, their marriage ended in divorce. 

On December 28, 1991, he met his true soul mate, Joy Barlow. They shared 31 beautiful years together. Jim and Joy loved being with their families. Going on trips, visiting friends, and just running errands together. It was true love. 

Prior to his passing Jim was a father, a caregiver, a loyal friend, and role model to many in the community. He was a father figure to several of his friends. He showed us the value of hard work, compassion, and true love. 

He will be remembered for his love of family and his true desire to help his fellow man. He was the most generous, hard-working person we knew. He was a gentle man, always willing to lend a hand. 

He loved to work with his grandsons, Aaron and Chad. In his 90’s, Jim could outwork his younger team members. He loved being on the job and going for coffee and a donut to start the day. In his later days, he would sit and supervise. He was so proud of all his grandchildren. They brought him great joy! 

James is survived by his children, James W. Beail and his wife, Patrice Beail; Sharon Schofield and husband, Timothy Schofield; Anne Emerson and her husband, David Emerson; his grandchildren, Candace Schofield, Chad Schofield, Erica Beail, Lexie Mungo and husband, Kahlaf Mungo, Sarah Schofield, Zachary Emerson and wife, Elizabeth Emerson, and Aaron Emerson; great-grandchildren, Anna Schofield, Henry Schofield, Zyaire Mungo, Zariyah Mungo. 

Dad, you will be deeply missed. We love you with all our heart. 

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service that will start promptly at 12:00 noon on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Mendenhall Inn, 323 Kennett Pike, Mendenhall, PA 19317. A luncheon will follow. 

Arrangements are by Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory (484-734-8100) of Kennett Square. To view Jim’s online obituary, please visit www.griecofunerals.com