James R. Bean, 81, of Traverse City, formerly of Royal Oak, died Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at Munson Medical Center. Mr. Bean lived most of his life in Royal Oak before moving to Traverse City in 2002 to be closer to his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Shirley; children, Jeff, Mark Ronda, Leslie, Lisa Todd Myers, and Amy Bob Jensen; brother, Ray of Royal Oak; and six grandchildren.