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THOMAS BEACH Obituary

THOMAS ANDREW BEACH, JR. (Age 75)
Suddenly on Friday, July 4, 2014, of Rockville, MD. Beloved husband of 47 years to Joan Mitchell Beach; father of Brian (Wendy) Beach and Julie Beach (Robbie) Brown. Grandfather of Summer Ann, R.B., Carmella Ann and Zoe Ann. He is also survived by many cousins and wonderful friends. Tom was born in Washington, DC in 1939 to Thomas and Rosemary Dugan Beach. He attended John Carroll High School and the University of Maryland. After working in the electrical industry for many years, he founded T.A. Beach Corp. in 1972. He was an avid Nationals, Redskins and Terps fan. His greatest love was family and spending time at his "beach house" in Ocean City, MD. Relatives and friends may call at St. Raphael's Church, Falls Road at Dunster Road, Rockville, MD, Wednesday, July 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Raphael's Church on Thursday, July 10, at 10:30 a.m. Interment immediately following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Shepherd Foundation, P.O. Box 50, C/O Mike Ridgway, Kensington, MD 20895 or a charity of your choice.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 7 to Jul. 8, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS BEACH

25 Entries

August 6, 2014

Joan & family, so sorry for your loss...just heard...always remember you all, D.C. Life, Walter Reed, so many laughs & single life
You two were so in love! May God gather you together in your grief
and comfort you/as we all remember to pray
Frank & Michelle DiNenna in DE.

July 11, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are only sorry that we are not able to pay our respects in person. Tommy was a fun and lovely man. We will miss seeing him as we pull up on the docks. Today I passed by the Basilica of St Paul and lit a candle for you all. I know Tommy is in a better place and I hope you find peace in that. Much love, Kristin, Marco, Leonardo and Nicolo Dugan-Lori

Paul Stottlemyer

July 11, 2014

Joan, Paul Stottlemyer here. I live away from the area now. Shirley Derrick called to tell me the sad news. My thoughts are with you and your family. Hopefully he and Lonnie are going over some old billing problem as I write this.

Sandra Griswold

July 9, 2014

Julie and family, so sorry to learn of your Dad's sudden passing,so glad you all had that special family time at the beach. Keeping your whole family in my thoughts and prayers.May your many memories bring you comfort and laughter in the days that follow. BLESSINGS and God's grace to one and all.

July 9, 2014

Joan, Brian, and Julie - We were shocked and saddened by the news. We were blessed to have the Beach family as neighbors for so many years, and cherish the memories our families shared. They will always be special to us. Tom is now sharing his wonderful personality and smile with the Angels, and we know that we will all be together again. Remember the saying, "'til we meet again." That is for sure. The Greeks always say "May his memory be eternal." It will be. Love to all of you. Pat and Cathy Chaconas

July 9, 2014

I was very fortunate to grow up next door to the Beach family. I have so many wonderful and happy memories! Mr. Beach was special and will be missed by all. My condolences to the family.
Love, Angelique Chaconas Margarites

July 9, 2014

Joan, Brian, and Julie - We were shocked and saddened to hear the news. Unbelievable! How lucky were we to be your neighbors for so many years? The answer is EXTREMELY! The family memories we have shared will always be very special to us! As the saying goes........'til we met again....I know we will. Tom is now smiling and telling his wonderful stories to the Angels. It's their turn to enjoy him. The Greeks have a saying, " May his memory be eternal." Love to all of you. Pat and Cathy

John Caruso

July 9, 2014

Thank You Tom for putting up with me for 20 years. truly the best boss and company I ever worked for. My heartfelt sorrow to your family.

Anthony Aquino

July 9, 2014

Mrs Beach, Brian, and Julie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Beach was a great man and will be sorely missed. He had the rare talent of mixing a sense of humor with discipline in dealing with Brian's motley crew in HS/college. When he caught us (quite often), we knew we were still going to 'jail' but the walk to our 'cells' was hilarious. Our most sincere condolences.
Anthony and Donna Aquino

Frederic Sayan

July 9, 2014

Words seem inadequate at this time; please know our hearts are with you during this time of sorrow. Edgewater Ave will never be the same without Tom. Love & Prayers, Fred & Linda Sayan

Walter H. Smith

July 8, 2014

Joan and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Bruce Yoder

July 8, 2014

My heartfelt tribute to Tom, who always had a big smile for everyone, is that he helped raise his son Brian into the wonderful and caring husband and father that he is today to my daughter and granddaughters. Although it's impossible for us to make it up to Maryland from Florida in time for the funeral, we will be flying up there on Friday to spend some quality time with Brian, Wendy, Carmella & Zoe over the weekend. And we know that Tom will be looking down at us with a big smile.

Robin Green

July 8, 2014

For awhile, lived just down the street from Tommy in Brookmont. Same grade school & high school, but a year ahead. Did lots of stuff together. Hadn't seen Tommy for probably 40 years, then had a memorable dinner with him and Joan in Sep '06. Always gregarious and quick witted, with a ready smile, Tommy was fun to be with. Knowing he could do a better job than the electrical firm he was working for, he started his own company. Finished his education, overcame many obstacles, and became hugely successful. He, along with cousin Billy, and a couple of other Brookmont guys, formed the nucleus of a group that was my great privilege to be associated with. I have wonderful memories of those days and Tommy Beach has always been (and will continue to be) a large part of those memories. My deepest sympathy to all the family he leaves behind. Peace.

Suzanne and Don Swink

July 8, 2014

Joan, Brian and Julie, while you are going through this difficult time, try to find peace in your hearts as Tom is now at peace in Heaven with God by his side. The Swink family have you in our daily thoughts and prayers.

Skip Price

July 8, 2014

Very special person. Always had a story to tell. He will be greatly missed by all, but never forgotten. My sincere condolences to his family.

Wandering in the desert

Jack Williams

July 8, 2014

I shared with Eileen, when you think of Tommy, you always see him smiling. Not a bad way to go though life.

July 7, 2014

Sending my loving sympathy to Joan and Family. Your Townhouse family will always remember Tom's laughter and spirit. I pray that peace and comfort will bless you during this difficult time. I know Tom will continue to smile at you from every sunset and that his memory will wash over your hearts, just as the waves gently caress the shore.
Love, Linda Keydash Cart, Iota, Louisiana

Debi Fisher

July 7, 2014

I was deeply saddened by this news. I met Tom over 30 years ago. He was my first boss. I was a very proud member of his "T A Beach" family for a long time. I have so many fond memories from my years there. Tom was a truly funny, happy, devoted family man. An inspiration. He touched so many lives over the years, I am honored to have been one of them. Tom and his family hold a special place in my heart still today. My deepest sympathies go out to his family for their great loss. May the Grace of God bring you comfort at this difficult time. May your pain be eased by loving memories. He will be missed.

Matt Kinnahan

July 7, 2014

Road the Glen Echo Streetcar with Tommy and Billy to St. Stephen's school and sat in front of Tom at Redskins games at RFK for many years. Great guy.. Sympathy to his family.

Carrie Banachowski

July 7, 2014

Dear Joan & Family,
I have many fond memories of Mr. Beach from my childhood and he truly was a fun, good natured and loving man. I know he holds a special place in the hearts of my mom and dad and so many memories. If memory serves-- Mr. Beach was in their wedding...May your memories of a life together ease some of your sadness during this difficult time.

With Deepest Sympathies ... Carrie

July 7, 2014

A very special person in so many ways. Gone too soon but never to be forgotten.
David and Linda Frazier
Damascus,Md

Laura McAdam Ambrose

July 7, 2014

When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a manner that when you die the world cries and you rejoice.
-Old Indian Saying

I love and miss you Uncle Tom!

Ray & Jayne Seaton

July 7, 2014

Grew up with Tom and Billy Beach in Brookmont. Tom and I alternated driving to the University of Maryland. Condolences to his family.

Chris Andreano

July 7, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Greg Haaser

July 7, 2014

Got to know Tom while working at Disney World in the late 80's. Held him in high esteem, a true gentleman with high ethics. Yet another legend in the electrical industry gone too soon. Sympathy goes out to his family.

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