1929
2013
Alvin Lawrence Beedie, age 83, of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., passed away on June 20, 2013, at Westwood Healthcare and Rehab Center. Al, or Coach Beedie as most people knew him, was born on Aug. 3, 1929, in South Norfolk, Va., to William and Ella Beedie. He was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard and United States Air Force and retired as a chief master sergeant at Eglin Air Force Base after 30 years and 23 days of honorable service. He continued his career in civil service at Eglin Air Force Base for another 24 years and three months. Al loved working, volunteering at Eglin, and coaching Little League baseball for almost 30 years.
He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Hao Beedie; daughter, Sophie Beedie-March and husband, Jef March, of Shalimar, Fla.; son, Michael and wife, Katherine, of Navarre, Fla.; son, Gary and wife, Lynne, of South Mills, N.C.; son, William, of Elizabeth City, N.C.; and three grandchildren.
A celebration of life service for family and friends will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Emerald Coast Funeral Home from 2 to 3 p.m. A private burial will be held at Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola for family on Monday, July 1, 2013, at 11:45 a.m., with U.S. Air Force military honors.
Arrangements are entrusted to Emerald Coast Funeral Home in Fort Walton Beach. You may offer condolences, share memories, and sign the guestbook at www.emeraldcoastfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Coach Al Beedie Little League Fund through the Fort Walton Beach Youth Sports Association at (850)496-2227, which will be used towards the new City of Fort Walton Beach Recreation Complex.
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My thoughts and prayer to the family. He truly is someone I will never forget. Far and few are the thoughts of being young and playing sports. I just hope my children will remember the impact people have on them when they are young. God bless him.
Eric Chaffins
July 3, 2013
It's a sad day and a great loss for those of us who knew him. May God Bless you and your family during this time of grief and sadness.
Ron Kirby
June 26, 2013
Mrs.Beedie and Family.Coach Beedie was a Great Man and Coach , He had a way with boys like no other. I coached with him 3 yrs as my Son Chris came through little league. We won first place FWB Rec. in 1989. I will miss my friend and know his coaching will live on in all who he touched. Ned and Chris Woodard and Families.
June 26, 2013
To the Beedie family, my family and I would like to offer our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Coach Beedie was a great man who impacted the lives of countless young men as they learned from him the value of hard work and team play.
Tim Bolduc
June 25, 2013
May the Lord grant you added strength during this difficult time, our hearts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Zeagler
June 25, 2013
My condolences to the Beedie family. Mr Beedie always had something positive to say every time I saw him. He will be missed.
John Gregory
June 24, 2013
May God comfort your family with his peace, hope, and love that will get you through a time such as this. Mr. Beedie was truly a special man who blessed me and numerous others in a special way. His footprints will forever be imprinted on the hearts of all whom he has touched over the years personally and professionally. Al will be greatly missed by all of us. May God richly bless his soul.
Michael "M J" Johnson
June 24, 2013
Mama Beedie & Family,
Know that we share your time of grief, and rememberance. Mr. Beedie, was a great mentor and friend to me. He was always available to advise, and to show me the clarity I needed during some of the most problematic time. I appreciate his keen insight, and he will be missed. Should you need anything...only make it known to me.
Tommy Salter
June 24, 2013
Michael and family -- Dad was a great man who loved baseball -- we had lots of fun when y'all were playing little league. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family We will remember those good times. Rebecca Edge --- Chris and Geoff Brower's Mom.
June 24, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences in these moments of sadness. Thinking of you and the rest of your family.
Respectfully,
Bob & Ruth Fusco
Robert Fusco
June 23, 2013
Dear Mrs. Hoa & Family,
It was with deep sadness that we read of the passing of Al. He was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Respectfully,
Bob & Ruth Fusco
Robert Fusco
June 23, 2013
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