Anna Marie Beagle taught at Allen East Elementary
Anna Marie Beagle, 76, passed away June 22, 2025 at her residence. Anna was born September 6, 1948 in Bluffton to the late Elmer and Mary (Koontz) Binkley. In June of 1973, she married William Beagle who survives.
Anna graduated from Ada High School and later received her bachelor's degree from the Ohio State University-Lima. She proudly dedicated thirty-nine years to teaching fifth grade at Allen East Elementary School.
Anna enjoyed flower gardening, reading and traveling--especially to see her grandchildren in Oklahoma--visiting Amish country and watching movies.
Survivors include her husband, William Beagle of Rawson; two children, John Beagle of Rawson, Joyce (Kip) Trauch of Olympia, Washington; three grandchildren, April Trauch, Alex Trauch, Autumn Trauch and three siblings, Clair Binkley of Ada, Gary (Irene) Binkley of Bluffton and Nancy (Keith) Kline of Pandora.
Anna was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mary Binkley.
A graveside service will begin at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Pleasant View Cemetery, rural Bluffton. Visitation will be Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services - Bluffton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com/
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