Thomas Beale Obituary

Thomas George Beale 86, passed peacefully into eternal life on Thursday November 28, 2013 surrounded by family in The Woodlands TX. Born in Madison WI on Oct 14th 1927 to Erwin and Romana Beale, he was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters Susan Ann Beale, Patricia Ann Board, and son David Paul Beale. He is survived by his wife of 66 years - Mary Jane (Dean) Zirkel Beale, children- Thomas A Beale and wife Edmee, Gerald S Beale (Sandra), Daniel J Beale (Paula), Joan M Blum, and Steven R Beale (Barbara), 20 Grandchildren, and 15 Great Grandchildren. Tom grew up in Madison WI attending Madison Central High where he met and fell in love with his wife to be Dean. After serving in the Navy during WWII he attended the University of Wisconsin, and then worked in the Insurance Claims business until his retirement in the late 1990's. Known for his integrity and love of his family - His greatest joy was being with his wife Dean and being the best Grandpa, Great Grandpa and Uncle one could ever have. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time… burial will be in Madison WI.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Dec. 5, 2013.
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I am so so sorry to hear about mister Beale passing and David's passing aswell.

Mark Music

December 27, 2013

My condolences to Dean and the Beale family. I only knew Thomas and Dean for a brief while when my dog Picasso and I visited Thomas at a Woodlands healthcare facility. It was a pleasure to talk and get to know them oath. May Thomas find peace now.

Lane Blundell

December 7, 2013

My condolences to the Beale family and friends. I met Thomas 3 years ago and right away I felt part of the family. A fine specimen of humanity and a joy to be around. You will be missed

Joshua Hurt

December 6, 2013

No was not in Tom's vocabulary, he would help family and friend alike. Linda & I will miss him dearly.

Stan Elsner

December 6, 2013

My condolences to the family of Mr. BEALE. May you be comforted by reflecting on the many wonderful memories that you can cherish forever.

December 5, 2013

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