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John Bey Obituary
RETIRED USN
1939-2007CTRCM John P. Bey, age 67, of Pensacola, FL, passed away June 30, 2007 at a local hospital. John was born in Hornell, New York, and moved to Pensacola in 1978 from Almond, NY. He retired from the United States Navy after 30 years of service during the Vietnam War and as a Cryptologist Technician. He was a long time member of Little Flower Catholic Church, and a member of the NCOA. He loved to play, coach, and umpire all sports; it was his passion in life.
John was predeceased by his parents, Peter John and Mary (Dixon) Bey, and granddaughter Allison Bey.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Sue; their children, Timothy and his wife Tammy Bey of Aiken, SC, Michael and his wife Annette Bey of Killeen, TX, Becky and her husband Paul Hayes of Ocean Springs, MS, and John Joseph and his wife Andree Bey of Pensacola, FL; 2 brothers, James and his wife Melonie Bey of NC, and Steven and his wife Susan of Columbus, OH; his Aunt Olga and Uncle Ray Brutsman of Andover, NY; 10 grandchildren, Aaron, Malorie, Lauren, Jackson, Steven, Christopher, Sarah, Kristen, Kelly, and Mia; and one great-grandchild Deivina. He was loved by all.
Funeral Mass will be on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church with Father Viet Tan presiding.
Burial with Military Honors will follow in Barrancas National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 5, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Oak Lawn Funeral Home.
Arrangements made by OAK LAWN FUNERAL HOME.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bey
Larry E Cason
June 29, 2022
He was a great friend and mentor. I miss Jack and I have unforgetable memories that will last a lifetime. May God bless him and his family.
Larry E Cason
June 30, 2021
I have nothing but good memories of the Bey family since 1967. Jack was a great friend and a mentor who provided me with a wealth of professional and personal knowledge.
harold & mary horton
July 9, 2007
sue our thoughts and prayers are for you and yours.
Ted Mumbauer
July 7, 2007
Sue Bey and Family-
My deepest condolences to you and your family
John and I were stationed together
in Morocco 1958-60. All his CT shipmates thought highly of John Peter and are sorry for your loss.
Glen Kreun
July 7, 2007
Sue please accept my condolences. John and I worked together at Pearl Harbor 1977-78. We will be praying for you.
Glen Kreun
Walt Overland
July 7, 2007
Sue,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. John and I served together in Keflavik, Iceland in 1961. My prayers are with you and your family at this time of tragic loss.
Dennis Pochel
July 5, 2007
Sue,
Please accept our prayers and condolences. John and I were stationed together at NTTC Corry Station. We enjoyed the tour and the Chief Club functions.
Dennis Pochel (CTRCS/CWO4)
Dawn Pochel
Larry Cason
July 5, 2007
May God be with you and your family Sue. As you know, Jack was a true friend as well as a mentor to me and I mourn your loss.
Ace Crawford
July 5, 2007
I am very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I relieved him at CINCPACFLT in 1978. During that short time together, I knew him to be a good friend and a consummate professional. Please accept my condolences.
Joe Canales
July 5, 2007
Susan and Family,
I just learned of John's death and my heartfelt condolences to your family. John and I served in Marrieta, WA and Espie and I were your witnesses at your wedding. Memories dim with time, but a friend is imprinted forever. I remember John Peter as such a friend. Circumstances didn't allow our families to see each other again, but the memories remain. My thoughts and prayers will be that Almighty God grant him eternal peace and rest.
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Daniel W Lynch
July 4, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. John and I served together at Marietta WA in 1963-1965 and attended your wedding in Ferndale. We served together again at NTTC Pensacola in 1989-90. John will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Most Sincerely,
Dan
Commander John Ludwig, USN (RET)
July 4, 2007
So sad to hear of the passing of Master Chief. He was a great friend and such a tremendous asset to America and the United States Navy. He will be sorely missed! Warm regards to the entire family!
Mark Barrett
July 4, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Jack and I played baseball for the Army team in Chitose, Japan. We were the only 'sailors' on the team. I have many fond memories.
Dan & Bettie Morris
July 4, 2007
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. We have many memories of you, Jack and the family and we will always cherish them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Dick & Sandra Holt
July 4, 2007
So very sorry to hear of your loss and our sincere condolences to your family. We shared many good times together and I'm certain those memories will help comfort you in this period of grief. Our thoughts and best wishes are with you.
Bob Glass(umpire)& family
July 4, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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