Jeffrey Beyers

Jeffrey Michael Beyers, 48, of Cantrall, IL, formerly of Pana, IL, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 8, 1977 in Decatur, IL, the son of Michael & Linda (Anderson) Beyers. Jeff met Heather in the 8th grade, they later married and have been together nearly 30 years.
Jeff was a graduate of Pana High School and then received his welding certificate in Oklahoma. He went on to be the owner/operator of Beyers Construction, where he loved operating heavy equipment. He was strong in his Catholic faith. He enjoyed late model dirt track racing, riding four-wheelers, getting tattoos, sun and the beach, as well as mowing on his land. Jeff could beat anyone in “Name that Tune” and had a love for music. He loved camping/traveling in the RV across the country with his family and hanging out with his brothers & buddies, having a good time, and maybe a beer. Most of all, Jeff loved his family and always put them first. He lived his life to the fullest, like every day could be his last.
Along with his wife, Heather, he is survived by their children: Cooper, Bentley, Bristol & Charley Beyers, all at home; parents: Michael & Linda Beyers, Pana, IL; grandfather, Donald Beyers, Pana, IL; siblings: Jo Anne Beyers; Becky (Michael) Hutchinson; Donald (Jessica) Beyers; Katie (Scott) Ohmes; Kelsey (Josh) Schneider; Michael (Nichole) Beyers; his in-laws: Kathy Price and Mark (Brenda) Sarver; brother-in-law, Caleb (Sarah) Price and many nieces & nephews and 1 great niece. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Patricia Beyers and Maurice & Vivian Anderson and nephew, Samuel Hackler.
Funeral mass for Jeff will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025 in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Pana at 10:00 a.m. with concelebrants, Father Joseph Havrilka and Father Don Roberts. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home.
Memorials in Jeff’s honor may be made in c/o People’s Bank & Trust for his children’s college fund and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.