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1945 - 2021

BORN

1945

DIED

2021

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Jobe Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.-Plum Chapel - Monroeville

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Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Elizabeth Beam Obituary

Elizabeth Beam
Elizabeth (Patton) Beam
Age 76 of Export, PA passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 27, 1945 to Thomas R. and Elizabeth D. (McConaghy) Patton, Jr. She married Peter Beam on December 16, 1972 in Longmeadow, MA. Elizabeth, who was called "Beth" by most is survived by her beloved husband, Peter; children, Peter R. (Alison) Beam, Thomas C. (Christina) Beam, and Elizabeth B. (Andrew) Bendel; grandchildren, Thomas P. Beam, Jacob T. Beam, Ryan J. Beam, Brian P. Pirone, Elizabeth P. Pirone, and Timothy P. Pirone; mother-in-law Mildred E. Beam and sister-in-law, Pamela G. Patton. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Thomas R. Patton, III. Beth's greatest joy in life were the relationships she built with people. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Beth was a graduate of The MacDuffie School, Bates College and Springfield College. She was a longtime resident of Greenwich, CT. She worked as a guidance counselor at Greenwich High School for 35 years where she touched and impacted the lives of many. Some of her happiest memories were those of her students and co-workers. She was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the movies with her friends or alone! Walking, jogging and bike riding were a regular part of her daily routine. She loved the outdoors and planting flowers that hummingbirds and bees could enjoy. She loved all animals, especially golden retrievers. She was a fierce competitor and thoroughly enjoyed beating her family in all sports and games, including her son Tom. He never was able to beat her in a game of ping pong. Beth had a smile that would light up a room. Many have described her as a "bright light," which is how she will be remembered by her family who loved her so much. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: https://www.stjude.org/donate/, Memorial Giving: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747). www.jobefuneralhome.com

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Published by Greenwich Time on Jul. 8, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Beam

11 Entries

Steve D´Agostino

January 9, 2022

Peter I am so very sorry to hear of Beth´s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I really enjoyed chatting as you guys were out walking/running throughout NVH.
Peace
Steve
p.s. Just also heard about the passing of our dear friend Joe Leterra RHS.

Joy Kole

December 18, 2021

So sorry to hear that Beth has passed. I worked with her at Greenwich HS in the 1970's and thought she was the BEST! Beth knew me before I married my husband, Walt, as Joy Parker. She was kind and sympathetic and I was sad to have lost touch with Beth. I'm sure you all miss her but will always remember her.

The Cozzie Family ( Jim, Kathy, Logan & fur babies Toby & Dylan)

July 21, 2021

Dear Peter & Family,
We were so sadden & heartbroken to hear of Beth´s passing. We have fond memories of our time spent on our Burroughs Court here in NC. As we go through the neighbor we have fond memories of Beth and how she loved walking through our neighborhood and the doggie treats that you always had for Toby & Dylan. You are with the Angels now and watching over all who loved you.

Brian J Kennedy

July 13, 2021

I was saddened to hear about Beth. I enjoyed working with Beth and got to know her family also

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Jan Gunnip

July 13, 2021

My deepest sympathies on the loss of Beth. She was a wonderful friend and I am sure you all miss her very much.
I worked with Beth at GHS - many great memories.

Linda Grunow

July 13, 2021

Over the past few days, Beth has been warmly remembered in so many conversations around Old Greenwich and Riverside. She was a caring and kind person, with a ready smile. We're sending the Beam family sympathy and hugs at this sad time.

Brenda Friedler

July 10, 2021

Beth continues to be a bright light for me; she was always there to be helpful when I was a new counselor at GHS and for the rest of the years we worked together; Beth cared deeply for all of us in the GHS community and I am grateful to have been her colleague. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all of you in Beth´s family.

KAtie Kochan Connolly

July 9, 2021

Ohhhh, so sorry to read Mrs. Beam passed away. All the Kochans - correction....ALL WHO KNEW HER!, will miss her terribly. She was a wonderful woman who had a positive impact on all who knew her.

Michael Makarewicz

July 9, 2021

Peter and Family: Beth was always a bright light and a great source of comfort when one needed some reassuring. She will be missed. My deepest sympathies.

Mary Pace

July 8, 2021

Being with Beth was always a joy. Heartfelt sympathy to all of the Beams. To Tom and Liz, fond memories of you both and your Mom at RYC swimming and waterpolo.
With warmest memories,
Mary Pace