Key Facts
- Date of Death
- August 2, 2026
- Age at Death
- 83
- Place of Death
- Taylorville Memorial Hospital
- Funeral Mass
- 11:00 a.m., August 14, 2026, St. Maurice Catholic Church
- Visitation
- August 13, 4-7 p.m., and August 14, 9:45-10:45 a.m., Assalley Funeral Home
- Memorials
- Hickory Estates or Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation
Background
Marilyn Kaye Beaty, 83, of Taylorville, formerly of Morrisonville, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Taylorville Memorial Hospital. She was born on June 28, 1943, in Decatur, the daughter of Arlie and Margaret (Goodrich) Bailey.
She married Lawrence “Speed” Beaty on June 21, 1969, in Decatur. He preceded her in death on August 10, 2025. Marilyn attended Brown's Business College before beginning a lifetime of work and service.
Current Situation
Marilyn worked as a clerk for the Macon County Circuit Clerk's Office and later held various jobs that allowed her to connect with people. She sold Bittersweet Candles and Scentsy, served as a life insurance representative for Foresters Financial, and worked as a product sampler at Kroger.
For many years, she babysat up to 10 to 12 children at a time in her home. She was a member of the Christian County Farm Bureau, served as a leader of the 4 Clovers 4-H Club, and volunteered at the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auxiliary gift shop.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 14, 2026, at St. Maurice Catholic Church with Fr. John Burnette officiating. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 3:45 p.m., and Friday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville. Burial will take place at a later date at St. Maurice Cemetery.
| Relation | Name | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Daughter | Kimberly Meyer | Springfield, IL |
| Daughter | Kristina Ray | Taylorville, IL |
| Grandchild | Bradley Meyer | — |
| Grandchild | Kyle Meyer | — |
| Grandchild | Tyler Ray | — |
| Grandchild | Jett Richards | — |
| Grandchild | Elle Richards | — |
| Grandchild | Bailey Meyer | — |
| Grandchild | Kailynn Ray | — |
| Brother | Wallace Bailey | Ellisville, Missouri |
Impacts
Marilyn is survived by her daughters Kimberly (Phillip) Meyer of Springfield, IL, and Kristina (Bill) Ray of Taylorville, IL. Her grandchildren include Bradley Meyer, Kyle (Anabella) Meyer, Tyler Ray, Jett Richards, Elle Richards, Bailey Meyer, and Kailynn Ray. She is also survived by her brother Wallace Bailey of Ellisville, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brother Gerald Bailey. Memorials may be made to Hickory Estates or Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation. Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Future Outlook
Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.
The funeral and visitation services are expected to proceed as scheduled, barring any unforeseen changes. If the family decides to adjust the arrangements, they may announce updates through the funeral home.
Burial at St. Maurice Cemetery will occur at a later date, though the exact timing remains unclear. Memorial contributions could support Hickory Estates or the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation, depending on the preferences of donors.
Family and friends may gather to honor Marilyn's memory, and her legacy of service and care may continue through the many lives she touched.
Source: taylorvilledailynews.com
