It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Floyd O. Beller on November 9, 2018. Floyd passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side at the age of 81, due to complications of congestive heart failure. He was born on November 28, 1936 in Charleston, South Carolina, and raised in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Upon meeting the love of his life, Barbara Sue Beller, Floyd, along with his wife and daughter moved to Ventura, CA, where he would reside for the next 53 years.
Floyd received his degrees from Oklahoma University, and he remained a Oklahoma Sooner at heart, forever rooting for his “Sooners” football team. Floyd was the epitome of an educator. He spent 30 years working for the Ventura Unified School District, first as a teacher, then as The Coordinator of Indian Education for Ventura County. Our “Papa” made it his mission to help the Native American children and families throughout Ventura County. He was a driving force for Indian Education. Upon retirement, Floyd continued his journey to positively impact the Native American community. He continued to work tirelessly, first with WestEd, writing grants, then on the Chemehuevi Reservation in Arizona, as a education director.. Had his body kept up with his spirit and will, Floyd would still be working tirelessly to better the Native American Community. The stories of Floyd’s contribution to the Native American cause are endless, and we are proud for all he accomplished.
Our Papa was an avid sports fan. He loved his Lakers, and Oklahoma Sooners. Papa had a sweet tooth, and even though he was supposed to refrain, he would often stash his favorite candy throughout the house, only to smile when we discovered it. Papa loved to gamble, making frequent trips to Laughlin, Chumash, and the Chemehuevi casinos. He always put family first, and to the end, reminded us of the importance of education and bettering ourselves.
Floyd is survived by his wife Sue, daughter Tara (John Franckowiak), along with the pride and joy of his life, grandchildren Shawna, Shannon, Justin, and great grandchild Jaee.
A visitation will be held for family and friends on Monday, November 19, 2018, 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., at the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. Graveside services will immediately follow at the Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, Ventura.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home.
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