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Gary E. Beebe Marco Island, FL
Gary E. Beebe, 61, of Marco Island, FL, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2011. Gary was born and raised in Oneida, NY. He obtained an undergraduate degree in plastics engineering at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell, and two master's MBA in Business (Ohio University) and MS in Color Science (Clemson University). He was very well respected in his field. He married Victoria M. McGlone in 1993.
The Society of Plastics Engineers Color and Appearance Division have scholarships available for qualified individuals. One of the five scholarships was dedicated to Gary Beebe. The endowment fund is the brainchild of Gary's, one of SPECAD's past presidents. Gary created and spent many of his years on the board shepherding this project. His commitment and perseverance from creating the funding mechanism, growth and maintenance plans and finally working on the distribution of these scholarships was remarkable. Gary truly felt that education was the only way we could give back to those coming along behind us in the industry. Although Gary was happily "retired" in sunny Marco Island, FL he still maintained an interest in the scholarship process.
Gary owned and operated two ice cream stores on Marco Island - Sweet Annie's and Beebe's Ice Cream. Gary was a mentor to many - both in color science/plastics and with the staff at the ice cream stores. When Gary was not scooping ice cream, he enjoyed baseball (Yankees), his time relaxing in his pool, his many trips to Disney World and his recently rescued two year old black Lab, Izzie. Investing was his hobby. Gary was a big teddy bear who liked to act tough. He was loved and will be missed more than he will ever know.
Apart from Victoria, Gary is survived by his mother-in-law, Dolores McGlone, also of Marco Island; his brother, Raymond Beebe (Camden, NY); his niece, Julianne Scanlan (Schoharie, NY); and his nephew, Gregg Beebe (Houston, TX).
A Memorial Gathering will be held at Fuller Funeral Home, 4735 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL on Wednesday, April 6th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Anyone wishing to express condolences is asked to give donations to their local paramedics, or the American Heart Association.
For online condolences, visit www.fullerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lauren Kumm
April 29, 2011
Gary was an amazing person with a huge heart! I worked for him for a year and a half and am very glad I had the pleasure of getting to know Gary. I am very sorry to hear about the loss Mrs. Beebe and am thinking of you all.
April 11, 2011
Dear Vicki, We are deeply saddened by the news of Gary's sudden passing. Our heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love, Aunt Gussie McGlone & Family
Mary Swank
April 8, 2011
Dear Victoria- I was so sad to receive the notice about Gary. Words cannot express my sympathy. You will be in my prayers through your journey.
April 5, 2011
Dear Victoria,
So very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My sincere condolences to you. We am thinking of you and Gary. I am remembering the years working with Gary. May his memory be eternal. Dwight and Ann-Marie Yoder
Douglas Rose
April 3, 2011
Very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He and I grew up in Oneida as friends from our days together in grade school at Washington Ave., through high school, and even through college.
May God and the love of friends and family comfort you at this sorrowful time.
Linda Andrews
April 2, 2011
I Am SO SORRY
Barbara Harris
April 2, 2011
Vicki, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is for you right now, and even though the pain never goes away, in time, honestly, it becomes bearable. Remember, he's in a better place and at peace. Love you, Cousin Barbara
April 2, 2011
Hi Cousin,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard sudden loss is and I know it is not easy. Know that I love you and my thoughts are with you.
Cousin Peter
April 2, 2011
Cousin Vicki...my heart is with you...Cousin Karyn
Gary Stratton
April 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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