New York, New York
Authoritative and Calm
Amidst the frenzy of the New York Stock Exchange, Michael Beekman, 39, was a rare figure of calm. His job was righting errors from the previous day's trading. He might spend a work day with a trader or two, explaining how they had actually lost hundreds of thousands of dollars on trades they had thought were profitable. "A kill-the-messenger job," said John Furman, a co-worker at LaBranche & Company.
But Mr. Beekman would walk across the trading floor without hurrying and speak in a low voice. "He would research something until he knew it completely," said Mr. Furman. "He was very organized, with his little notes all lined up. When he presented the information, people knew he was right and so they never were angry with him."
He lived a calm and orderly life in Staten Island, too, said Theodora, his wife. He spent most of his off-duty time with her and their two children — Michael, 10, and Theresa, 8. If he went golfing, he would take his son. Occasionally he would disappear for a while — and turn up at his sister-in-law's house, playing with her toddlers.
Dear family of Michael,
I am a high school student, and I was assigned to learn about Michael and his life. I would like to say that he sounds like an amazing dad, husband, and much more. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your children have found some peace after this. I know it will never be the same, but peace.
Lylah Fawbush
September 12, 2025 | KS | Student
I know you were with us when Suelyn got married last weekend. Jeff makes her so very happy. Your little sis is amazing ❤
Dale & Ruth
March 20, 2024 | FL | Friend
Remembering Michael on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Cindy Roe
September 01, 2021
You will always be remembered dear Michael....
We will never forget
❤
Ruben Beekmans
September 11, 2018 | 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherland
Michael and Theresa both graduated this year. Both are doing well I know you were there. Angel always watching over us. Missing you uncle Mickey <3
July 18, 2017
Thinking of your wife and children today. We will never forget. Much love from Texas
Del Newberry
July 11, 2017 | Garland, TX
You would be so proud of your family Theresa graduated with honors and I know you were there. Teddi has her masters degree. And Michael is doing great in school. Miss you so much more during these times. Always where my tears.
Vera
June 07, 2015
Theresa is graduating college(with honors) with her BA in Communication Sciences and Disorders next week. It hurts so much to know that you are not here to share in this joy...have to believe you will be there in "spirit"
Teddi
May 11, 2015
R.I.P.
September 13, 2014
