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William Beem Obituary
He retired from UPS after 35 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Karen S. Beem; mother, Rosemary Beem; sons, Jason B. Beem (Jennifer) and Timothy F. Beem (Elizabeth); grandchildren, Isabelle Beem and Isaac Beem, three sisters, five brothers and many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Beem's visitation will be Sunday 2-6 p.m. at Pearson-Ratterman Funeral Home, 12900 Shelbyville Rd. There will be a private burial Monday morning at Cave Hill Cemetery. There will be a celebration of Bill's life at Lake Forest Country Club Monday at 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may go to Harold Appel Foundation 506 N. Centre St. Cumberland, Md 21502.
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for William Beem
Betty Anne
September 19, 2012
I'll always love you Billy.
Glenn Libbrecht
September 5, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Beem family on Bill's passing. He was a great partner at UPS and a good friend,
September 3, 2012
Karen and Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill was a great classmate and friend, and I enjoyed all of the times we spent together as friends (way back to skating on Frazier Lake). I will miss him!
Denny and Patty Stevens
Dave Saveleski
August 30, 2012
My condolences to Bill's family. May his memory fill your hearts with love.
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Janice Thomas
August 26, 2012
Bill was one of the good guys! I will always remember Bill as loving life and not afraid to show it. One of the best bosses I had at UPS. My deepest sympathies to Karen and family. May Bill rest in peace.
Mary Jo Breslin
August 23, 2012
I considered Bill as one of my best friends. I am shocked and saddened to have learned that he died Aug. 16th. My deepest sympathy and prayers go to Karen, Jason, Tim and your families. Karen I will be calling you. Please let me know about the memorial services.
Harlan Smith
August 21, 2012
We will remember Bill always.
Harlan and Jim Smith
Cumberland
Shar Magnus
August 21, 2012
So incredibly sorry. Much love and prayers to everyone.
Lou Battistella
August 20, 2012
Karen: Sue and I send our sympathy to you and your family. Lou & Sue Battistella - Deep Creek Lake
Bill's Marine Service
August 20, 2012
Karen & family--we are so sorry to hear about Bill's passing, we will miss him. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Laura Appleby
August 19, 2012
Karen, Jason, Tim and family. We are so sorry to hear about Bill. Words are hard to find and he will be missed!
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
We Love you, Mark Laura and Family
jeff. mary-alice. james. sarah. sammie shiflette
August 19, 2012
Bill definitely filled our lives with laughter and love and we will miss him terribly! Our thoughts and prayers to the entire Beem family
Ross & Joanna Langston
August 19, 2012
I am so sorry to hear this. Bill and Karen were always so kind and welcoming when I would visit. Our thoughts are with you.
Scott Stouffer
August 19, 2012
Karen, Jason, Tim and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging time. I loved Billy Beem! Perhaps the funniest person I've ever experienced. And such a positive persona. He lifted everyone in his company. I consider myself awfully damn lucky to have had Bill as my friend.
Bob and Patti Barth
August 19, 2012
Sorry to hear about Bill. Always had a smile. Our condolences to the Beem family.
August 18, 2012
Our deepest sympathy for Bill's family. He was fun as a classmate, wonderful as a friend, devoted as a husband and father and a truly good man. He will be greatly missed. Rip and Shawn Coulehan
August 18, 2012
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Mattingly
David Sanderson
August 18, 2012
He always smiled when he saw you, lived life to the fullest. I will miss a great guy.
Don Barkman
August 18, 2012
My sincerest sympathy for Bill's passing. We shared the "B's" together in many LaSalle classes.
Lynelle and Mike Brant
August 17, 2012
What a zest for life Bill had! He truly "lived" life. His sense of humor was unique his generosity was endless. He will be missed by all of us who knew him.
Elizabeth Beem Steckmeyer
August 17, 2012
My Beloved Brother,
My Mentor, My Hope,
I LOVE YOU BILLY
Errol Guayadeen
August 17, 2012
I wish to extend my sympathies to a man that showd me what UPS was all about and I remember what he told Me;" Errolyou will have to learn to juggle balls in the air when you take this job in UPS"He was a pleasant and wonderful person. Goodbye and God bless you Bill
August 17, 2012
Bill was a man who would not take no for an answer. He was a man who I loved I have never lost someone who was that amazing. He will never be replaced.
Mike Ruppenkamp
August 17, 2012
Karen and family,
my prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time. I met Bill when he arrived at LaSalle HS and fit in like he had been with all of us through grade school. He will be missed by the Class of '65.
Hugh & Darlene Umbel
August 17, 2012
Karen and the Beem family,
Although I only knew Bill for a short time he was always kind and very upbeat, he had such a bubbly personality and he will be missed.
Heartfelt Sympathy,
Hugh Umbel
Bill Stein
August 17, 2012
My friend Bill Beem was the essence of the term "life well lived". My heart goes out to Karen and family and friends.
Steve and Linda Madden
August 17, 2012
We were fortunate to go on a cruise with Bill and Karen a few years ago. We shall ever cherish the wonderful time we had with the Beems. Our prayers will be with Karen, the family and Bill forever. Farewell to a good friend.
August 17, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Karen and your extended family. We always enjoyed our times together and will always cherish the memories we shared with both of you.
Anna and "Jimmy" Stinson
Matt and Tammy Gates
August 17, 2012
Farewell to a great man.
Kenneth Mase
August 17, 2012
Bill to me was Mr. UPS! He loved UPS. Bill was my introduction in 1987 to this great company, as he interviewed me; gave me my job offer; promoted me; later he was my direct boss. What a wonderful person he was. I will miss him. Bill will always be a part of my good memories of my time at UPS and knowing him. May God bless you Karen and your family! Ken Mase
August 17, 2012
Bill was a visionary in business, loved fine wine and a part of the Napa Valley Wine community. We will miss him.
Jude Lange
JT Wines
MaryAnn Jobe
August 17, 2012
Dearest Beem Family,
We are so saddened to hear of Bill's passing and want you to know that he will always be remembered as a kind, loving man who adored his family and friends without question. May his memory be eternal.
August 17, 2012
Bill was a hoot to work with. Prayers for the family.
Dee Yarbrough
Betty Anne Aschenbach
August 17, 2012
I enjoyed the few times I got to spend with Bill. He was always very kind and loving. He will be missed! Thought and prayers to Karen and her family.
Dave Ulanowski
August 17, 2012
He was a great guy. Loved working with him.Miss ya. Dave Ulanowski
Jim Cunningham
August 17, 2012
So sorry to hear - will be missed
Carl Kuzontkoski
August 17, 2012
I was so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. He was one of the funniest men I ever met. Always made you smile. My sympathy's to all.
Rosemary and Piet Versteegen
August 17, 2012
He will be truly missed by all his friends, larger than life and 100+ % committed to living it to the full. We can only imagine the even deeper loss to his family. Our thoughts are with you all, especially Karen, and Tim and Jason and their families
Piet and Rosie
Craig Holmes
August 17, 2012
I first met Bill as a young UPS manager. He was a role model for me -- I learned a lot about the importance of loyalty and trust. I also learned some creative ways to insult people. I can honestly say that I wouldn't be as successful as I believe I am at Brown without Bill's influence. Rest in Peace, Bill. I will never forget you.
Trudy Smith-Shaffer
August 17, 2012
Bill will be sorely missed. I will always remember the 1980 Olympics with Bill and company in Saranac Lake. Bill was one of a kind and my hope and Prayers are with/for the family. I understand what it is like to lose a husband and a father, God Bless you Karen, Jason, Tim and everyone else touched by his passing. Wish I could be there for you. All my Love to you.
Debbie and Larry Boggs
August 16, 2012
Larry and I offer our deepest sympathy for Bill's passing. He lived life to the fullest. What a wonderful son, husband, father , grandfather, brother and friend. We have many fond memories of our time together. May God be with all of you now and in the days ahead. With love, Larry and Deb Boggs
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