BEVILACQUA, Charles E. "Mr. Bee"

Age 88, of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2021, with his family at his side. Charles was the son of the late Albert and Margaret (Forester) Bevilacqua. He was born on November

25, 1933, in Woburn, Massachusetts. He recently celebrated his 88th birthday on Thanksgiving Day with his family. Charles graduated from Woburn High School in 1951 where he excelled in baseball and football. Upon graduation, he served in the Air Force for four years during the Korean War. He then went on to play baseball at Miami University where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Education in 1959. Mr. Bee taught physical education at Wilson Junior High School in Hamilton for 31 years. While teaching, he also taught drivers education at Talawanda High School for many years. Upon retiring, he founded Bee Driving School and was instrumental in teaching 1000's of students to drive. He loved working with young people and influenced many lives. He also loved being with family and following the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 37 years Lou Ann Bevilacqua; sons Louis (Alison) Bevilacqua and Michael Bevilacqua; stepsons Dan (Mendy) Ruecking and Tim (Amy) Ruecking; grandchildren Anna and Maria Bevilacqua, Ashley (Anthony) Johnson, Andrew (Brittany) Ruecking, Molly Ruecking and Mallory (Nate) Miller; and six great-grandchildren; his brother Albert Bevilacqua; and sister Alice Gifford. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Louis, and George and one sister, Alberta. Lou Ann gives special thanks to Tim, Amy and Ashley for their care and loving support this past year. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Weigel Funeral Home, 980 NW Washington Blvd. from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A private funeral service will be held followed by interment in Rose Hill Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Crossroads Hospice, 4380 Glendale-Milford Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242, or to your favorite charity. Online condolences are available at

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Published by Journal-News on Dec. 8, 2021.

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Richard T.

March 16, 2024

I just heard about Mr Bees passing. When he was Fillmore he helped a abused 3rd grader who never forgot him. Bless him and may he rest in peace. Gone but not forgotten.

Connie Alcorn

December 11, 2021

Chuck Bevilacqua, a close friend and co-worker from my days as secretary at Wilson Jr. High School. Lou Ann, Chuck and I were in a close knit group that stayed in touch due to a friendship and the bond we created. Chuck was above all a gentleman and loved his job. He had the ability to treat each person with respect influencing students to do their very best.
In my opinion he was the favorite teacher at Wilson to the students. Paul and I will miss you so very much.

Mike Woods

December 8, 2021

My Sympathy to Mr. B's family. He was a good memory from Wilson. I forgave you for my swats, I deserved them. You were awesome.

Gary Willis

December 8, 2021

When I attended Wilson Jr. High in Hamilton, Mr. Bevilaqua was the boy's gym teacher.

He was "one of a kind" who demanded respect as well as making phys ed enjoyable for a bunch of young teen boys.

When I became a high school teacher, Mr. B spotted me in the stands at a Hamilton High Basketball game. He came up, sat down, and we had a very pleasant conversation for much of the game.

I was surprised that he remembered me. As I grow older, I still remember that time when one of MY teachers remembered and took the time to acknowledge ME.

He was a good guy that all boys who went to Wilson during the 60s will always remember as Mr. B.

Courtney Seeley

December 8, 2021

Was a great man and friend. Spent many days and nights with him at Lebanon Raceway. Rest in peace Mr. B

Ed Kimble

December 8, 2021

He was a great man, touched many life's.

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