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Charles Beyer Obituary
1949-2016
After a brief illness, our beloved Charles Allan Beyer was peacefully ushered into the arms of our Lord on April 27, 2016, surrounded by his family. Charles was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in Houston, TX on June 16, 1949.
Charles was proud of the fact that he was born, raised, educated and worked his entire life in Houston, Texas. He attended Mount Carmel elementary through high school and received his B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1972 and M.S. in Civil Engineering in 1977 from the University of Houston. Among his many professional accomplishments, Charles was named University of Houston's Distinguished Engineering Alumni in 2001, served as the President of Houston Contractors Association in 1997, served as the President of HESS Club in 2000-2001, founded Beyer Construction in 1983 and Stormwater Solutions in 2001, was a Folds of Honor Wingman, avid saltwater fisherman and hunter. Charles was also a golf enthusiast, a sport he enjoyed traveling the world experiencing with his wife, Nancy. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and lived a life honoring the love of family. He will forever be known as the Beyer Family Fireworks Director.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Audrey Beyer. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nancy; daughter, Meredith Beyer Brown of Houston; son Bubba Beyer and wife, Casey, of Houston; son Scott Beyer and wife, Lisa, of Houston; grandsons, Nathan, Evan and Zachary Brown and Keegan BeyerPack of Houston; brothers, sisters and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Charles embodied the motto he imparted to any who met him, "The world is run by those who show up." He never met a project that was a match for him and lived life to the fullest each day with humor, honor and enviable zeal.
A funeral mass will be held on May 17, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Spring, with a celebration of life reception immediately following at Northgate Country Club. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the following: University of Houston - Cullen College of Engineering, ATTN: Charles Beyer Civil Engineering Endowed Scholarship, 4722 Calhoun Rd., Room E421, Houston, TX 77204, or Golfers Against Cancer (honoring Charles Beyer), Northgate Country Club, 17110 Northgate Forest Drive, Houston, TX 77068.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Beyer
John Rodriquez
April 30, 2024
Still remember you often. Enjoyed playing golf with you in my dreams. Until I see you again.
Mike Summers
April 28, 2024
Nancy, It's hard to believe that Charlie has been gone since 2016! I think of him often and remember the great times we shared in high school, college and beyond. We both got married and remained close friends until his death. I think of him often and miss him a lot. You know I'm hear if you need me. Both of you are in my prayers.
Steve Slater
April 28, 2023
Miss that smile and sense of humor.
JOHN J RODRIQUEZ
April 28, 2022
I often remember you, Charles. I miss my friend.
Steve Slater
April 28, 2021
I have great memories of time spent with Charlie. Loved his sense of humor. Hard to accept that he is no longer with us.
Mike Summers
April 28, 2019
Nancy,
We have been friends for a long, long time. We shared some great times together and when I think of Charlie I remember those times.
As always I'm here for you if you need me. Charlie and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda & Mike Bole
April 28, 2019
Nancy,
Another year passes....you are in our thoughts. Hope youre doing ok.
May 22, 2016
Dear Nancy,sorry for your loss. My dad and mom thought the world of both of you.my thoughts and prayers sre with you and your family during this difficult time.your god child. Richard Summers Belton,Tx
Gonzalo Martinez
May 17, 2016
What can I say about Charles only that he let me work on his company when I was 17 years old now that he's gone I feel that a little part of me has gone away thanks for everything Charles you'll be missed R.I.P
Raymond Anderson
May 17, 2016
I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet and work with Charlie Beyer. His knowledge of the engineering and construction industry was extremely helpful to me over the years. Always smiling and providing good advice. He will truly be missed.
Steve Slater
May 16, 2016
I was so saddened to hear the news of Charles death. He will be missed by everyone that had the opportunity to know him. I have such great memories of fishing trips, soccer matches, and of course our long term business relationship. We will all miss that smile and sense of humor.
Nancy, our sympathies to you and your family and you can be assured that anyone that knew Charles share in your loss.
Sincerely,
Louise and Steve Slater
May 13, 2016
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Charlie's sudden death. He will be missed by all who knew him. And, Matagorda will never be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers will be with you, Nancy, and with your beautiful family as well.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Russ
(Mrs. Terry Russ)
AL
May 9, 2016
May the God of all comfort provide the bereaved family with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss.
Belva Landry
May 6, 2016
My sympathies to all the Beyer family. Being Charles neighbor, I was able to watch him grow into the distinguished and intelligent person that he became. Deepest sympathies from all the Landry family.
Belva Landry
Lane and Marion Griffin
May 6, 2016
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to the Beyer Family.
May 6, 2016
Prayers and condolences for Charles friends and family. Hugh Fitzpatrick..class of 1970
Andrew Chromey
May 5, 2016
I remember my mom (Ramona) & Aunt Audrey telling me of some of his accomplishments & what a great man he was when I met him when Grandma Ruth passed. Wish I could of seen him & got to known him more. R.i.p cousin Charles
November 2016. Minnesota trip. What a blessing.
Adrienne Roubinek
May 5, 2016
Trigg Lupher
May 5, 2016
I remember attending construction meetings with Charlie over about a 25-30 year period. Never once saw him without a smile on his face or without a good word to say. A true gentleman. The Lord's Peace be with his family, always.
James Brown
May 5, 2016
Charlie was one of the greatest men to ever walk this Earth. Never had a bad thing to say about anyone and always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He will truly be missed.
Linda & Mike Bole
May 4, 2016
Our sincere sympathy to the Beyer family.
Linda & Mike Bole
Mary Lynn Albert Hughes
May 4, 2016
I went to Mount Carmel High School with Charlie. He was such a great guy. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Laura and Mark Farrell
May 4, 2016
Nancy, we are so sorry to hear of Charles passing. He would always smile and wave from his white truck in the mornings when i saw him as I walked our dog. Once, he rolled down his window and jokingly asked me, "Are you walking that dog or is he walking you?" You and your family are in our continued prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you as we are just down the street.
Ginny Furstenberg Goodman
May 4, 2016
so sorry for your loss. MCHS Class of '68
Virginia Wheeler White
May 4, 2016
Prayers for your family. You will be missed at our reunion. RIP, my friend.
Wayne Blankenburg
May 4, 2016
Although I had not seen Charlie for several years, but having known him for over 40 years, I have fond memories of our professional and personal relationship; the construction projects, and the hunting and fishing trips. My heart goes out to Nancy and the children. God be with you through these trying times.
Arlena Laguna
May 4, 2016
Nancy, Meredith, Bubba and Scott, I am sorry for your loss. You all know my thoughts and loving prayers are with you all. Charlie's legacy lives on through each of you. He will truly be missed. -Arlena, Oscar and Tristan Laguna
May 4, 2016
Nancy,
What a tragic loss! I loved Charlie like a brother. I can remember all of the fun times he and I shared from high school and thru our college days. I remember when he met you and I know how much he loved you. You changed his live forever for the better. You, Charlie, Connie and I shared many great times together. I have never forgotten them! I'm so proud of the fact that you and Charlie are the godparents of or son Richard. Charlie will be missed by all that knew him! I will keep you and the entire Beyer family in my thoughts and prayers. May god bless you and rest his soul.
Mike Summers
G D
May 4, 2016
May your family be comforted by your Heavenly Father at this most difficult time.(Isaiah 42:10)
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