Georgetown, Texas, October 25, 2025
News Summary
Amy Katherine Beukema, a cherished member of her community and a devoted servant of the Lord, has passed away at the age of 64 after a brave battle with cancer. Her legacy of faith and commitment to service touched countless lives, as she and her husband led ministries across the United States. Known for her joyful spirit and dedication to educating young minds, Amy’s influence will continue to resonate in the lives of those she impacted.
Georgetown, Texas – Amy Katherine Beukema, a devoted servant of the Lord and beloved member of her community, passed away on October 20, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 64 years old. Amy was born on May 2, 1961, in Johnson City, New York, and was the youngest child of Melvin and Joanne Bowman from Castle Creek, New York.
She is survived by her husband, John Beukema, who resides in Georgetown, Texas, along with their two daughters, Jathniel Amy Shepherd and Charissa Joy Beukema. Jathniel and her husband Aaron Shepherd have three children: John Oliver, Samuel, and Virginia. Charissa currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio. Amy is also survived by her parents, her sister Beth Morgan, her brother-in-law Ken, and their five children and families, as well as her sister-in-law Bonnie Bowman, along with her three children and families. She is preceded in death by her brother Joel Bowman.
A Life of Faith and Ministry
Amy Beukema’s life was marked by her deep love for God, visible through her joyful smile and relentless spirit in serving the Lord. Her journey with her husband John began in their home church in Binghamton, New York, where they first met at ages 10 and 13, respectively. After John graduated college, they reunited in a singing group called “Blessed Hope.” The couple got married on September 11, 1982.
Commitment to Service
Over 43 years, the Beukemas served in six churches across the United States. Their first daughter, Jathniel, was born at Nauset Baptist Church in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in 1985, followed by Charissa’s birth in 1994 at Westmount Park Church in Toronto, Canada. In 2005, Amy graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Moody Bible College while serving at The Village Church in Western Springs, Illinois.
A Nurturer of Young Lives
A dedicated educator, Amy taught preschool at King Street Church in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, touching the lives of many children. In 2011, she embraced her new role as “Mimi” after becoming a grandmother. The family relocated to Texas in 2013 to serve at Cypress Bible Church, where Amy continued her work as a preschool teacher. Their final ministry was in 2022 at The Worship Place in Sun City, Texas.
Legacy and Influence
Amy’s legacy is characterized by her faithfulness and her commitment to serving others. She ministered to thousands through prayer and acts of service, impacting lives across multiple states and countries. She loved her family deeply and guided them toward Jesus, often reflecting on Philippians 4:6-7.
Amy referred to her two-year battle with cancer as “my journey with Jesus,” embodying a spirit of hope amid struggles. In lieu of flowers, her family requests that gifts be made to the Building Fund of The Worship Place in her memory.
Conclusion
Her passing marks a significant loss for her family, friends, and community, but Amy Beukema’s influence will continue to resonate through the lives she touched and the faith she exemplified.
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| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 2, 1961 |
| Date of Passing | October 20, 2025 |
| Survived by | Husband, two daughters, parents, and extended family |
| Married | September 11, 1982 |
| Occupation | Preschool teacher and ministry leader |
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