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Ronald Beach Obituary
Ronald J. Beach, age 77, of Stratford passed away peacefully October 24, 2013 in St. Vincent Medical Center. Born in Bridgeport July 3, 1936 son of the late Norman and Lottie (Leake) Beach, Ron resided in Stratford all his life and was a retired Firefighter with the Stratford Fire Department. He was a lifetime member of the Valley Yacht Club, Milford and enjoyed boating and fishing on Long Island Sound. As a young man he was an avid golfer. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 47 years Valerie Beach and his brother Norman Beach. He is survived by his special best friend Carol Murdzia of Milford, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Joseph and Lynne Zielski of Cheshire, nieces Norma Ginicola of Milford, Lori Beach of West Haven and Dr. Cynthia Reinhardt of Long Island, a nephew David Zielski of California and several great nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Monday, October 28, 2013 at 10 am meeting directly at St. Joseph Church of Stratford, 1300 Stratford Road, Stratford. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery with Military Honors. Friends may call from 3 to 7 pm on Sunday at the William R. McDonald Funeral Home, 2591 Main St., Stratford. In lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph Church of Stratford. To offer a message of condolence, visit www.wrmcdonaldfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Beach
November 21, 2013
Carol, I was so shocked to hear about the passing of Ron. Our late parents Lou & Hertha Benton always thought so highly of Ron. R.I.P. Ron.
The children of Lou & Hertha Benton
November 1, 2013
To The Beach Family, My deepest sympathy, Ron was a great friend to my dad throughout the years and will be sadly missed. Michael Lesko Jr.
William & Carol Dwyer
October 27, 2013
We spent many wonderful summers with Ron at Valley Yacht Club. Sorry for your loss.
Valerie & Jim Johnson
October 27, 2013
Our prayers go out to Carol and the Beach family. Ron was such a gentle soul and will be greatly missed.
joanne gregorek
October 27, 2013
Sorry to hear about ronnie its been a long time sinfe ive spoke to him but as a kid i always remember going to fire station and him putting me up in the truck when id spend the night hed come home and have breakfast with me and auntie valerie
October 27, 2013
Ron, So sorry to read this on the computer-now that I am living in Florida-I was shocked to say the least. I know Val was there waiting for you and I hope Dave was there,too-all with open arms. Greatly missed.
Love, Norma Joszewitz
Mark & Maritza Rivera
October 27, 2013
To Carol and The Beach family,
“Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.”
We met Ron in August and knowing him in this short period knew he is an amazing man. May he rest in peace and guide us and protect us as our angel. Carol thank you for your friendship, comforting words and love.
The Rivera family
Camille Manzolli
October 26, 2013
Ron: You will be sorely missed. We are so glad that we had time to take the cruise with you & Carol. We will never forget you. We love you, Jim & Camille
Fran Kimball & Family
October 26, 2013
Friends and neighbors for almost 50 years I will never forget all the great memories. I know Val was there with open arms, you both are missed. I'm so happy you stopped by a short time ago. My deepest sympathy to your family.
Louis Leitkowski
October 26, 2013
The world lost a good guy. May you rest in peace.
Lou and Connie Leitkowski
Jan & Bob Young
October 26, 2013
Deepest Sympathy in your loss of Ron. He was a great friend and we have many wonderful memories
October 26, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
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