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Thomas Beaver Obituary
Thomas R. "Tom" Beaver of Elkhart died Jan. 7, 2022, at Elkhart General Hospital, following a long battle with COVID-19 and other related health issues. He was 87 years old.
Born Feb. 9, 1934, to Groll and Billie Beaver, Mr. Beaver graduated from Elkhart High School in 1951, before serving in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Even late in life, he cheered proudly for the Midshipmen each time they played Army on the college gridiron.
Mr. Beaver married Betty Smoot in 1958, and they had five children together, including four sons, Brian Beaver, Brad Beaver, Brett Beaver and Aaron Beaver, and one daughter, Andrea Hanes. Tom was also the proud grandfather of 10, and a great grandfather to four.
Mr. Beaver is also survived by two siblings, Sally Beaver and Bill Beaver.
Tom enjoyed music, crossword puzzles, sports, hunting and fishing, and reveling in the achievements of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He dedicated countless hours to youth sports as both a coach and umpire and could be heard loudly adding his "encouragement" from the stands at Elkhart Memorial football, basketball and baseball games.
Generous with his time and treasure to a fault, Mr. Beaver gave to numerous charitable efforts, large and small. He was a member of First Brethren Church, and a daily reader of the Holy Bible. And now, after decades of studying God's word, he'll meet his Creator and be welcomed home for the rest of eternity.
A gathering of family and friends for Tom will be on Friday, Jan. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. at First Brethren Church of Elkhart, 24197 C.R. 16, Elkhart, IN with a Celebration of Tom's Life Service to follow at 4 p.m. Military honors will be rendered before the start of the service. Pastors Dan Herendeen and Tim Garner will be officiating the service. A private burial will be at Rice Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to First Brethren Church of Elkhart., 24197 C.R. 16, Elkhart, IN 46516.
Those who wish to send a condolence, share a memory or order flowers may do so at www.billingsfuneral home.com.
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Jenny and Mike Salvador
January 18, 2022
We were saddened to learn today about the passing of my cousin Tom Beaver. He had a zest for life, laughter, and family and we are glad that his church was important in his life. We send our condolences and love to all of the Beaver family and realize how greatly he will be missed by all of you. Rest in peace, Tom............Jenny (Prugh) and Mike Salvador
linda rothrock jurus
January 12, 2022
Grew up with the family in the Kenwood Ave Wood St
as a child in the neighborhood. My sympathy to Tom's family at this time.
Chad Loughman
January 12, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Chad, JT, and Tyler Loughman
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