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Beech Fox Obituary
FOX, BEECH N., 73 - of Cape May Court House, died on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family. He was a lifetime resident of Cape May County. At 17 years old, before graduating in 1952 from Cape May High School, he joined the local unit of the New Jersey Army National Guard. He earned a Federal Commission as 2nd Lieutenant in 1975 and resigned in 1966 after rising to the rank of Captain and being assigned a s a Battery Commander with a charge of 70 men. Beech moved forward becoming a New Jersey State Trooper, serving from 1960-1969 at various barracks locations in South Jersey. Upon resigning from his duties as State Trooper, he campaigned and won office of Cape May County Sheriff from 1969 - 1984. Beech and his wife developed a small business in Rio Grande, Edgewood Village Mobile Home Park. Beech was founder of the Fisherman's Memorial, along with Capt. Wayne Halburner, Jeff Reichel, and many other supporters and friends. The Fisherman's Memorial is overlooking the harbor in Cape May. Beech served as a Commissioner of the MUA for ten years. He also served on the Middle Township Planning Board, and the Rent Leveling Board. He was a member of the League of Municipalities. Beech was a member of St. Raymond's Church. He enjoyed piloting his plane for pleasure flying and was an avid Eagles fan. Beech will be sadly missed by his wife, Phyllis; his daughter, Susan Fox and her husband, Eric Burgdorf; his son, Beech Fox and his wife, Donna Fox; his five grandchildren: Eric Burgdorf, Julie Ann Burgdorf, Beech Fox, Jr., Kasey Fox and Nikki Fox; and two sisters, Ethel Hoeflich and Sandra Denny. Mass of Christian Burial will be said on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Raymond's Church, Bayshore Road, Villas, where viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be private in St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Holy Redeemer Visiting Nurse Agency, 1801 Route 9 North, Swainton, NJ 08210. Condolences at www.radzieta.com
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Suzanne & Joe Haggerty
December 3, 2007
Dear Phyllis,
Dad and I were saddened to hear of Beech's passing. May you find peace in your memories and the love of your friends.
Fred Coldren
November 27, 2007
Phyllis and family, I always had high respect for Beech, appreciated his public service and friendship, and am sad to learn of his passing. You are in our prayers.
Amy Reichle
November 26, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Charlene Mahoney (Jamieson)
November 26, 2007
Dear Beech,
I was very saddened to hear of your father's passing. You are in my prayers.
Ron and Mary Ann Stackhouse
November 24, 2007
Dear Phylis
We were sorry to hear of Beech's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Anita Sinnerard
November 24, 2007
Susan and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charles S. & Marjorie Ewell
November 23, 2007
Our condolences to you and your family at this sad time. Beech lives in the hearts and minds of all who knew him. Our prayers are with you.
Judith Risley
November 23, 2007
Dear Phyllis and family,my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time, Beech will always be remembered as a great leader and a wonderful man. Love, Judy(Catarcio)Risley
Marion Sandman
November 23, 2007
I was sorry to hear of Beech's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fox family.
Fulginiti Families
November 23, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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