Franklin – Vernon Saunders "Bobo" Beacham, Jr., 60, passed away on February 10, 2012. A native of Franklin, he was a son of the late Vernon S. and Mary Virginia Fowler Beacham. Bobo was a mechanic for Burgess Trucking and was a member of the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association. Left to cherish his memory is his sister, Shirley B. Umphlett of Windsor and two nephews, Brandon and Jason Yanna both of Franklin. Services will be private. Wright Funeral Home is serving the family. A gathering of family and friends will be Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 2 to 5 pm at Fred's Restaurant. www.wrightfuneralhome.org.