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George Beuselinck Obituary
George T. Beuselinck
Saratoga - George T. Beuselinck, passed away on January 27, 2007.Born on October 21, 1923 in Kewanee, Illinois he grew up as the youngest of three children. He loved his parents, Leon and Leona, who immigrated from Oedelem, Belgium. He grew up during the depression and served on a Navy minesweeper in the Mediterranean Sea during the invasion of Anzio, Italy within World War II. He was honored with the Purple Heart for his wounds received when his ship was attacked by a German aircraft. Upon returning from the war, he met his wife, Marie at a USO dance in San Jose, California. Three months later they were engaged and Marie and George were married in 1947. They settled in Saratoga in 1951, where they raised their eleven children. George worked for IBEW as an electrician for close to forty years. For over 55 years George was an active parishioner with Sacred Heart Church, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and usher. His life was full, surrounded by much love, laughter, joy and at times sadness. He will be remembered for his honesty, strength, courage, hard work, bravery, pride, love and support as a husband, parent, brother, friend and teacher too many. As George has moved onto Heaven he joins his own son Leon, along with his grandson Robert, he also leaves on earth a proud family. He is eternally loved by his wife Marie, and their 10 children, 18 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. His son, George and wife, Connie; his son, Joe and wife, Denise; his son Paul and wife, Charlotte; his daughter Carol and her husband, Paul; his daughter Marie and her husband Tom; his daughter Pam and her husband Phillip; his son Jim; his daughter Margaret and husband, Mike; his daughter Barbara and husband Rick; his daughter Anna and her husband, Gary; his grandchildren - Michael, Joe Jr., Jacob, Jonathan, Veronika, Anna, Samantha, Doug, Ian, Diana, Christopher, Patrick, Joseph, Daniel, Travis, Courtney, Harrison and Faith and his great grandchildren - Joseph III, Riley, Olivia, Marley, Aidan and Kaleigh. He is also survived by his older brother, Al and dear friend, John Duffy.Vigil service will be held on Tuesday, 1/30/07 at 7:00 p.m. at the Alameda Family Funeral Home, 12341 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road, Saratoga, CA 95070.Catholic mass will be held on Wednesday, 1/31/07 at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart 13716 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070.In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to the Carmelite Monastery at 1000 Lincoln Street, Santa Clara, CA 95050.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Dad and Mom with their grandchildren at their 50th Anniversary Celebration
Pam Jepsen
January 25, 2021
Our Dad, George Beuselinck, created a legacy with Mom, Marie Bell, that will carry on into the future for eons. This is a photo of Dad and Mom with their grandchildren at their 50th Anniversary Celebration. There were more after this and definitely Great Grandchildren too. Miss you Dad and think of you often. Love, Pam
Pam Jepsen
October 26, 2018
Miss your smile, integrity and words of wisdom every day Dad. Happy Birthday wherever you are.
midge moore
August 22, 2013
midge moore
August 22, 2013
midge moore
August 22, 2013
george and marie
midge moore
August 22, 2013
young george
midge moore
August 22, 2013
Eleanor #12, Julie #13 children
August 27, 2010
Dad and Mom, George, Joe, Paul, Carol, Midge, Pam, Jim, Margaret, Barbara & Anna
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Dad and Mom and Margaret's wedding 2006
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Dad, Marie - sister, Albert - brother
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Faith Breen and Dad
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Dad in December 2006
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Dad and his family. He is the young man on the right
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Dad and Margaret at her wedding to Mike
Pamela Jepen
August 27, 2010
Pamela Jepsen
January 29, 2009
I have ensured that this Guest Book for Dad is permanently available for all his children, grandchildren and his great grandchildren and more. He never desired fame and fortune for himself but worked long and hard hours to ensure his 10 surviving children were able to. He will never be forgotten. His family expands each year and we welcome a new granddaughter and a new great granddaughter to the Beuselinck clan. Here's to you Dad, Love, Pam
Barbara DiSanto
February 3, 2008
Wow!...It has been 1 year that you have been gone DAD....It doesn't seem possible...You are in my thoughts every day....Mom is doing good, and Loved very much....We miss you and know that you are Happy in Heaven with Our Lord!
Love you forever...
Barb #10
Pam Jepsen
January 27, 2008
Dad it has been a year since we said goodbye. We are all doing well and I am sure you are doing well too. We miss you so much and wish you could see your grandchildren and great grandchildren growing up. You have created a wonderful legacy that will continue on into the future. May we all make you very proud. Love, Pam, Philip, Doug, Anna, Sacha, Aidan, Kaleigh, Samantha, Seth, Ian, Marc, Ahvery and Diana.
Margaret Jepsen
June 13, 2007
Dad...
I will miss you, but have the fondest memories of our last days together in the hospital. Here is my tribute from the rosary.
****I am the 8 lbs of joy that eased our families sorrow 44 years ago that my sister Carol spoke of. I am the 4th daughter in our amazing family, but am always remembered as number 9, the only blonde - Margaret Mary, which our Dad so firmly called me, but always with a slight octave of genuine care.
I have been collectively thinking about this moment for many months and how to speak about our Dad - George.
What continually comes to mind is how blessed we all are. How blessed there are so many of us. I am so happy that my parents decided to have so many children; most people think my parents were crazy, but…I couldn’t imagine a place without my brothers and sisters, yes we are blessed to have each other. I strongly feel and I can speak for our entire family – immediate and extended - that we have been so blessed and are all so proud of our Dad.
Our family was blessed with a Dad with so much capacity for so many things. There are too many stories that I can speak to, but mostly for me was his constant thought of Mom and his children, how he always spoke so proudly of each of us, how he prayed for all of us, how he wanted the best for us, how he would always be there for us no matter what (even without the details) – all we had to do was ask.
Our Dad also had this keen instinct to know when something wasn’t quite right with each of us. And always knew how to assist in these situations. Of course he worried, what parent wouldn’t. Dad just didn’t worry about me…he had 11 others immediately in his mind to think about, but he always gave you his full attention to help and hug.
For me, personally the blessing I received from our Dad was his silent support. On one occasion I was in the process of a difficult time and Dad asked me – “what do you need from me?” I thought for a moment, and replied “your continued silent support”; he said “you got it”.
Even up to the moment he decided to let go, I told him how proud I was of him. I told him I couldn’t be as strong as he was, he said to me “of course you will….I will be right there with you….helping you along the way – being the silent support I have always been for you”.
I am blessed to be one of George and Marie’s children, number 9 from this amazing family.
Dad, I will miss you deeply and so will our family, but we know that we can always count on your silent support. Watch us from above with Leon by your side.
Rudi C. Loehwing
February 17, 2007
I consider it an honor to have met a man of the measure, depth and caliber of Mr. George T. Beuselinck and I consider it a privilege to have spent some time with him. His attributes astound me even to this day some 29 years later. His level of courage and responsibility, his high standards and limitless respect of others were obvious. His strong and undying love and admiration for his wife and family were a joy to behold and an example for us all..
I consider it an honor and a privilege to have witnessed these attributes as they influenced his friends and family helping to make their many joys even more bright and colorful and their pain less impacting.
Down the road, I look forward to meeting him again; to thank him for his many kindnesses towards me and to apologize for any challenges I fear I caused.
I wish him well on his new journey
Carol and Holly Cole
February 10, 2007
Dear Jim and Harrison:
We are truly saddened by the news of your father/grand father's passing. We know you loved him dearly and will miss him, but know he lives in your hearts and you can recall him at any beckon you wish.
For those of you reading this, Jim and Harrison are friends of my brother Dan and Morgan Ruthig (Jim's neighbors and former roommate). We have been blessed with friendship from Jim and Harrison because of this connection and recently shared Harrison and Morgan's celebration of First Communion. It was evident at that time of the close family the Beuselincks are. Even without knowing the entire family, we felt a part of them. We think this is a testimony to the unusual and unique family they are.
Our sincere condolences to all of you. Carol & Holly Cole
Pamela Jepsen
February 10, 2007
My Dad, George T. Beuselinck, Sr. was my first love and the standard by which many men fell short. He left behind a legacy of 36 direct descendants and we are all proud to say we are Beuselincks. My Dad bravely chose to move on and step off into a truly unknown future, but he did it with dignity and courage. I miss him and he will be in our thoughts and hearts always - as we will be with him.
I want to say a final farewell from all of us here:
Our loss, is gain in wisdom and in skill
To future dates and other smiles
And so we send into the Chain of all enduring time
Our heritage
Our hope
Our Dad, a husband, a brother, a friend.
Goodbye, Dad.
Your family and people thank you for having lived.
Earth is better for your having lived.
Men, women and children are alive today
Because you lived.
We thank you for coming to us.
We do not contest your right to go away.
Your debts are paid.
This chapter of your life is shut.
Go now, dear Dad and live once more
In a happier time and place.
We love you George, husband, brother, Dad.
Kristina Elmendorff
February 8, 2007
Grandpa B.,
I was only around you for a short while, but you made a big impression upon me. You were good company, and were kind to me when I really needed it. Thank you for welcoming me into your home & heart. I will always picture you in the redwood forest.
With Love,
Kristina (step-daughter of GTB Jr.)
Cesar Alberto Azurdia Maza
February 6, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Beuselink familia. I'll miss watching football with you, We'll miss you granpa.
Veronika Azurdia Maza
February 5, 2007
Dear Grandpa,
I am so lucky to have a Grandfather like you. I will never forget you and your stories of love and life. Thank you for all you have given to our wonderful family. We will miss you!
Love,
Your 1st Granddaughter, Veronika
Philip Jepsen
February 5, 2007
George,
Knowing you and seeing how well you lived your life has been wonderful. Thank you for this life and for sharing it with us all, and for doing so much for your family and friends. Move on to your next adventure knowing that you and your life have been celebrated and greatly appreciated.
rudy Douglas loehwing
February 4, 2007
It's hard to describe a man who was always larger than life. I see all his qualiies in my Mom and I know that he was a great Spirit. I love you Grandpa and miss you so much.
George's 83rd birthday
marie horvath
February 4, 2007
Dad
We miss you and your smiling face.
You will always be a part of every gathering and celebration. We are sad that you are gone but know that you are where you always wanted to go. May you be a shining example to us all of faith, hope and love. Until we are together again in heaven. Love your daughter
Midge
Nisa Cable
February 4, 2007
George Beuselinck was a wonderful person; his wife and he were so kind to me when their grandson Robert passed away, I am forever grateful for their kindness and love.
Anna Beuselinck
February 4, 2007
Notes of my eulogy for Dad:
Good Morning. I am honored to be here today to speak about my Dad. He was and continues to be one of my greatest teachers.
Now to be honest, for the first 25 years of my life, I was mostly scared of my Dad….he was big, bold, firm and tough. He would just have to look at me and my knees would start shaking. I think, being so commanding was his way of managing the Beuselinck bunch – this beautiful family chaos.
Then one day, about 15 years ago – I sat down and told him how proud I was to be his daughter and how he helped shape me. His tough reign ended that day, and he became a soft teddy bear. I’ll never forget that day – it shifted our relationship – and I was never scared of him again.
Instead, I started to notice the special things about my dad…like how he lit up when he talked about people he really loved. In fact, I was thinking about how dark brown his eyes were…which to me represented that courageous, stable and brave man. But when he saw or talked about someone he loved, like my mom…he just lit up…and I swear his eyes turned blue. I think they turned blue from tapping into the deep well of love from his soul.
My father, my teacher - a man with 59 years of marriage and 11 children, the sacrifices and the care he provided taught us all about hard work, integrity, commitment and loving deeply.
Many of you know that my Dad and Mom have been very active in this church and parish community - both giving and receiving support. Monsignor Ahern mentioned to me the other day, how he admired my Dad and Mom. We feel blessed that you are here yet, once again to help our Dad, our Mom and our family through this time.
For my Dad, whether it was serving as a Christopher, an usher or the electrician, he took his responsibilities very seriously. He was always proud to be here in this church.
You would often find my Dad doing the electrical repairs at the rectory, school and or changing the light bulbs up on this high ceiling. I remember as a little girl, thinking what a big part my dad had in keeping the church lit up….and when I would see a light out, I knew my Dad was going to be on the job the next day.
Dad, when you left us on Saturday, a light went out for all of us…so if you don’t mind, if you could watch over us from heaven and remember to light the way – we would really appreciate your continued guidance.
PAULINE SCHINAZI WITTS
February 4, 2007
Marie, and the amazing family
Being an extended part of the Bell/Beuselinck family has been one of the treasures of my life.
When you, Marie, introduced me to your family after we were apart for so many years, it was a joy. I shall miss visiting with him, quietly chatting, eating his great meals and enjoying the jams he put up.
We talked about his service often
God be with all of you and he is enjoying the fruits of his labor with HIM now
With luv, Pauline
Andrea Sterling
January 30, 2007
Dearest Margaret & Beuselinck Family -
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this very difficult time. Our prayers will be with you.
Love,
Andrea & Eddie Sterling
Patti Rain-Wiffin
January 30, 2007
My Dearest Margret and Family,
I only met your father a few times but I knew immediately how much he was loved and respected by all of you.
There are no easy words to console you for your loss at this sad time but I am sure it is comforting to know that you have so many happy memories of your time together and of course he will always be looking down on you all from heaven just to make sure you all behave yourselves!
Am thinking of you as always, with much love and affection.
Richard, Patti & Shruti xxx
Cathy Shea
January 30, 2007
Dear Carol,
Ken and I are sending you are heartfelt condolences at this sad time. Having lost my own father in 1996, I know first hand how your heart must be breaking.
It sounds as though your father lived a very full life and certainly was surrounded by a large and loving family -- both immediate and extended. I pray that you will be comforted by fond memories of your Dad and in the knowlege that you will one day see him again.
I will keep you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you.
Love & blessings,
Cathy & Ken Van Voorhees
January 30, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes to
The Beuselinck Family and know that what the heart once owned and had it shall never lose. Our love and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Jerry and Maeva
Anna Sebban
January 30, 2007
Grandpa,
I love you and will miss you while you are busy on your next journey. To all the family thank you for giving him a great life.
Love,
Samantha Loehwing
January 30, 2007
I miss you so much and love you even more! I promise to visit grandma and make sure the rest of the family is doing good. I loved being your grand daughter, you were the best always. Lots of kisses and hugs.
(Come see me anytime)
Paul Hoffman
January 30, 2007
We wish to express our condolences to the entire Beuselinck family. We always admired Mr. Beuselinck for his unique combination of strength and gentleness - and together with Mrs B, an incredible faith. We were all very lucky to know him. Our prayers are with you all.
Paul & Marianne Hoffman
Erik Smart
January 29, 2007
George,
Great friend and neighbor for many years.. and a laugh that would always brighten our day.
-Erik, Marisa, Olivia, and Nico Smart
Linda Quinn
January 29, 2007
Dear Carol,
Our deepest sympathies for you and your family. Loosing a father is one of the hardest losses in life. It sounds like he lead a full life and one filled with lots of love. We hope you have many fond memories and our hearts are with you in the coming days. Love, Linda and Don
Barbara Beuselinck - DiSanto
January 29, 2007
Dad,
We love you very much and we are truly going to miss you...I've known you for 43 years and you have been the best Father, Mentor and Hero. Rest in Peace Dad, with all the Angels in Heaven....and until I see you again...I will fill my heart with all your love..
Love you..
Barbara
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