Grief filled the room when Charity Beallis was laid to rest in late December, but what hurt just as deeply was who wasn’t there.
As mourners gathered, her adult son stood beside her casket knowing something felt painfully wrong — Charity was being buried without her six-year-old twins, the children who died alongside her and should have been laid to rest by her side.
A Tragic Discovery Inside the Family Home
Charity, who was 40, and her two youngest children were found shot dead inside their Bonanza, Arkansas home on December 3.
The discovery came just one day after her divorce from her husband, Dr. Randall Beallis, 56, was finalized — ending a marriage marked by documented violence and fear.
Family members asked authorities to conduct a welfare check after Charity suddenly stopped responding to calls and messages.
A History of Violence That Raised Alarms
Earlier this year, Randall, a family doctor, was convicted of domestic battery after strangling Charity in front of their children.
Court records show she obtained a restraining order against him in February 2025 and later filed for divorce, asking for sole custody of the twins because of ongoing abuse.
Not long before her death, Charity had taken to social media to warn about how domestic abuse can spiral into deadly violence — words that now haunt those closest to her.
A Court Decision That Deepened the Pain
Despite Charity’s repeated warnings that her ex-husband posed a serious threat, a court ruling allowed the twins’ remains to be released to their father.
As a result, Charity was buried alone.
Her surviving son, John Powell, had hoped to lay his mother to rest alongside her children.
Instead, he says he has no idea where his siblings are — or even whether they have been buried or cremated.
“It’s Sickening”: A Son’s Heartbreak
Speaking through tears, Powell described the situation as unbearable.
He said he envisioned his mother and siblings resting together, as they deserved.
Now, he’s left in the dark, with no information from his stepfather.
Not knowing where the twins are, Powell said, feels like a final, cruel blow to a family already shattered by loss.
An Investigation That Leaves More Questions Than Answers
Authorities say the circumstances surrounding the deaths remain under investigation.
The Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office has not named any suspects, and no arrests have been made.
Randall has denied any involvement and is cooperating with law enforcement.
Still, Powell firmly believes foul play is involved and insists investigators should focus on his stepfather, given his past behavior.
A Level of Scrutiny That Raises Eyebrows
Multiple agencies — including Arkansas State Police, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Secret Service — are assisting with the investigation.
Six search warrants were served early on, with more in progress, signaling a level of scrutiny that goes beyond what is typical in a straightforward murder-suicide case.
Officials have said there is no ongoing threat to the public, but autopsy results have yet to be released.
“She Was Terrified”: Fear That Never Went Away
Despite the restraining order, Charity’s family says she lived in constant fear.
Powell recalls conversations where his mother admitted she was terrified of Randall and believed things would not end well if he didn’t get what he wanted.
According to Powell, she spent her final months fighting desperately to protect her children and escape the control she felt trapped under.
Witnessing the Abuse Firsthand
Powell says he didn’t just hear about the abuse — he saw it.
He recalls a confrontation as a teenager when Randall allegedly slashed his truck tires during an argument, an incident supported by court records.
Charity’s father, Randy Powell, has also spoken publicly, saying his daughter endured years of brutal violence and lived under constant threat.
Rejecting the Murder-Suicide Narrative
Both Powell and his grandfather strongly reject any suggestion that Charity could have harmed her own children.
They describe her as a mother who was doing everything possible to keep them safe.
Powell says he cannot imagine his mother committing such an act, especially after everything she endured to protect her twins.
A Disturbing Discovery Miles Away
Days after the bodies were found, a dumpster diver uncovered a black garbage bag about 15 miles from the family home.
Inside were deeply personal items belonging to Charity — family photos, framed portraits, children’s artwork, and a gold necklace engraved with her children’s names.
Investigators reportedly labeled the discovery a “red flag,” though details remain scarce.
For Powell, it only intensified his suspicions.
A Second Death That Fuels Fear
Powell’s fears are compounded by another tragedy linked to his stepfather.
In 2012, Randall’s second wife, Shawna Beallis, was found dead from a gunshot wound.
Her death was ruled a suicide, though her family long questioned that conclusion.
The case was briefly reopened in 2021 but later closed again due to limited evidence.
Eerie Parallels That Won’t Go Away
Relatives of Shawna say they see unsettling similarities between her death and what happened to Charity and her children.
They describe Randall as controlling and prone to violent outbursts, claiming his status as a respected doctor shielded him from scrutiny.
Powell says those parallels are impossible to ignore.
Living in Fear While Demanding the Truth
Now, Powell says he lives in constant fear for his own safety, knowing his stepfather remains free.
The emotional toll, he admits, is exhausting — but he refuses to stay silent.
He says all he wants right now is the truth and one simple answer: where his siblings are, so he can finally begin to grieve properly.
Denials from the Defense
Randall’s attorney, Michael Pierce, has strongly denied all allegations, insisting his client had no role in the deaths.
Pierce says Randall voluntarily cooperated with investigators and allowed access to anything requested.
Authorities continue to investigate, but for Charity’s family, justice still feels painfully out of reach.
Where the Story Stands Now
With no arrests, unanswered questions, and a grieving family searching for closure, the case remains open.
Powell says he will keep speaking out until the full truth is known — not just for his mother and siblings, but to ensure their story is not forgotten.
If you or someone you know is struggling, confidential help is available 24/7 through the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. by calling or texting 988.
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