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Sara Beer Obituary
Born in Brooklyn, Sara grew up in Forest Hills, Queens. She was a daughter of the late Jacques and Mary (Steinman) Minkus, she lived in New York for 89 years before moving to Warwick, Rhode Island in 2023. She was a proud elementary school teacher with the Oceanside School District in New York for 20 years, retiring in 1992.
Devoted mother of Andrew Beer, his late wife Victoria z"l of Dunedin, FL and Lawrence, his wife Cheryl Beer of Riverside, RI. Dear sister of the late Beatrice Hessen. Loving grandmother of Scott and Matthew. Cherished great grandmother of Cooper, Dawson, Finley and Natalie.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Mt. Ararat Cemetery, 1165 NY-109, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Shiva will be observed in private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
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Nicole
December 31, 2025
I loved Sara! She was my favorite resident. May she rest in peace
Jeanne K
December 19, 2025
The sweetest lady to care for I will miss her
Bob, Melissa & Layla Kaufman
December 19, 2025
Sara was a wonderful neighbor and friend for years. We will always have fond memories of her. We send our love and deepest sympathy. Bob, Melissa and Layla Kaufman
Ellen Weber
December 19, 2025
Dear Larry, Andy and extended Family,
Sara was one of my dearest friends since we met at Bennington College. I have many wonderful memories of our life long friendship. My deepest condolences. She will me missed.
Ellen Weber
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Luanne ducas
December 19, 2025
Dear Larry ,Cheryl and family We are so sorry to hear of Sarah´s passing .. she was a wonderful woman .. May her reunion with your dad and other family members bring comfort to you in these trying times .. love you Buddy ,Luanne and family
Shell
December 19, 2025
Memorable and fun moments shared with your Mom. She was a gem.
RIP Sara
Harriet Scott
December 18, 2025
So sorry, Andy, Larry, and all extended family, for this very tough loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Sara only twice, but she was quite a delight. And now she can be at peace.
Judy Thompson
December 18, 2025
To: Sara´s Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Sara was such a treat to be around with her sweetness and always, lovely, manners.
Sincerely,
Judy Thompson
Exercise Teacher
Lisa (Langevin) Fisher
December 18, 2025
Dear Cheryl and Larry, I am so sad to see this post. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family for comfort and peace.
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