Elvin Lawrence Bean was born on October 31, 1940 in Jasper, Texas. He was the third child of seven siblings born to Curtis and Louise Bean. He departed this life on June 21, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Vertie Mae and Alma Jean, and brother Carl Edward.

He graduated from J. H. Rowe School and worked various jobs throughout his life. These jobs include Elan Woods Plywood, Ralston Purina better known as the Chicken Plant (where he worked his way up to a supervisory position), Visador, and Louisiana Pacific. His last and favorite job was working in the maintenance department at Jasper Independent School District. Elvin was happiest when working, playing with his grandchildren, and helping others. He lived a full and happy life dedicated to providing for his family.

He accepted Christ at a young age and attended Gilgal Baptist Church. As an adult, he joined Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church and served as an usher and sang in the choir.

On September 29, 1959 he married his lovely wife Mary Ann Bean. They were blessed to celebrate 60 years of marriage. To this union two daughters were born, whom he cherished dearly.

He leaves in God's care: His loving wife Mary Ann, two dedicated daughters: Joyce Farr (Vincent) and Runday Young, five granddaughters: Channing Dial (Gregory), Jordan Brown, Christian Young, Asia Young, and Alaysia Young. Four great grandchildren: Jardae Brown, Cyrrik Brown, Grayson Love, and Sebian Walker, two loving supportive sisters: Gloria Henry (Robert) and Tena Mae Buckner, brother Raymond Bean, uncle Ralph Kelly of Galveston, TX and a loving dedicated niece Charlesetta Scott, along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.