Robert Beavers

Due to a sudden and unexpected illness, Robert Beavers, 66, a lifelong resident of Ruidoso Downs, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2007 surrounded by his family. He was born on april 29, 1941 to A.E. Chink and Lois Angela Beavers, who preceded him in death. Robert graduated from Ruidoso High School in 1961k, and was an exceptional athlete who excelled in football, basketball and track.

Portions of the original family homestead are now part of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track, Hubbard Museum of the American West, Spaghetti Flats sub
ision, the All American Park and Denton Well.

He was the owner of Beavers Sand and Gravel, Ruidoso Ready Mix, and B B Ready Mix, which were started with his father A.E. Chink Beavers which was later acquired by one of his sons, Dusty Beavers, to continue the family legacy.

He loved showing off his town to visitors and friends. he would always take them on long, long rides, to scenic points and show the Beauty of this place and hoped a bear would show up as an added bonus.

Robert was a very active member and a great contributor to the Ruidoso community. Some of these include the construction of Ski Run Road and the expansion of Ski apache Trails. As well as his involvement in the development of the Ruidoso Gun Range, he was also a founding lifetime member of the Ruidoso Gun Club. Some of Robert's greatest passions were coaching, umpiring, and helping with concessions in the Little League organization. Robert was always standing on the sidelines, sitting in the bleachers or jumping up and down yelling encouragments to ALL the kids at several activities. Not to mention being a part of the first Men's Fast pitch softball team. If you couldn't find him at a sporting event he was sure to be at the Beavers Roping Arean.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Judy Riggs Beavers, and his cherished daughters, sons, and their families. Justin Smith and wife, Kristie and granddaughters, Baylee Varnell, D'Kota and Keeli Smith of Hanau, GermanyUS Army. Dusty Beavers and wife Deanie and granddaughter Mackenzie of Ruidoso Downs. Bradley Beavers and wife, Amanda and grandsons, Shawn and Brandon Jenkins of Ruidoso Downs. Angela Beavers of Housto, Texas. Chad Beavers and bride to be Brandin Langford of Goldwaite, Texas. His grandchildren had become the light of his life and anyone around the Beavers arena, had to be introduced to whoever was on the lap, tractor, horse or 4-wheeler. Robert will be greatly missed by many and loved by lots.

The family request in lieu of flowers, donations to Ruidoso Home Care and Hospice.

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