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John Beford Obituary
He leaves his fiancee of 6 years, Beverly A. Cody; a son, Jeremy J. Beford of Spencer; two daughters, Jonene A. Angelo and her husband Ryan of Holden, and Jaimie S. Perchak and her husband Nathan of Spencer; his father, Pierre G. Beford of Spencer; a brother, Pierre "Pete" Beford and his wife Kathy of Spencer; three sisters, Suzanne E. Hayden and her husband David and Jean M. Decoteau and her husband John all of N.Brookfield, and Janet J. Beford of Spencer; his extended family, Christine M. Deeds and her husband Matthew of Rutland and Tina and John Cody of Spencer; two special people in his life, Arlene L. Tatro of Spencer and Stacy Kulma of Auburn; ten grandchildren, Madisyn and Maya Angelo, Riley, Jarrett and Brodey Perchak, Johnathon Beford, Cody Deeds, Mark Gevry, Jordan and Jack Cody; his friends at Carmella's Restaurant in Brookfield; and several nieces and nephews.
John was a carpenter at UMASS Memorial Hospital on Belmont St. in Worcester, where he worked for 32 years, retiring last June. He served his country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army. Born in Spencer, he was the son of the late Pearl (Boudreau) Beford. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and especially his family.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 28 at 10 a.m. in the J.HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are Sunday, April 27 from 3 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to UMASS Memorial Foundation, Cancer Care Fund, 365 Plantation St., Suite 100, Worcester, Ma., 01605.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Beford
Kellie Morton
May 24, 2008
I am so sorry to have heard of John's passing, he was one of my most favorite people! Always smiling even when he felt his worse. He is no longer suffering but will be missed so very much! My sympathies to his family. God bless John, sleep in peace! love, Kellie, PCA
Bonnie Lindberg
May 3, 2008
Dear Bev and family,
What a shock when scanning the Worc. T&G down here in Florida and seeing the picture of John. We are so sorry for your loss. We will contact you when we get back up North.
Always, Bonnie & Dave Lindberg
Kelly Weeks
May 2, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to all of John's family and friends, John was a wonderful man, I worked with him at Memorial a few years ago and am good friends with Stacy. All of my love to you all. The Weeks Family, Kelly, Patrick, and Marie.
Maria Harrington
April 29, 2008
To Bev and all of John's family. We are so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man with a great big heart. We are so sorry we could not make it to the service but he was in our thoughts and prayers.
Maria and Stephen Harrington
Chris, Matt, And Cody Deeds
April 28, 2008
John we love you and will really miss you. Thank you for touching Mom and our lives.XXOO... :)
Wilard A Mc Connell
April 28, 2008
Bev, John will be missed deeply by us.His whit was great.We were always looking for both of you at Camellas On Friday before we went up to the campground. Judy & Willie.
Rachel and William Anderson
April 28, 2008
Our family sends their deepest sympathy. My husand and I both worked with John at Memorial Hospital. I have worked with him since I was 17 years old. One of my fondest memories of John, was when my husband and I went Ice Fishing with him many hears ago with his son Jeremy and we caught a VERY large Northern Pike. Made us smile!
Danielle Fortune
April 28, 2008
I am deeply sorry for the loss of John. He had a beautiful heart and soul. I was honored to know him.
Carl Wicklund
April 28, 2008
Words cannot express my sorrow regarding the loss of John. A flood of memories from when we grew up come flowing in and leave me with comfort. Even though when we grew up we became separated, the times I did get to see him were comforting, always a smile and a chuckle. Great guy, great cousin, I will miss him.
Cousin Wick
Ellen and Peter Sheil
April 28, 2008
To Jean and Family, So sorry to hear about your brother's passing. You are in our prayers.
Linda Tremblay
April 28, 2008
Bev, I am so sorry for your loss. He always made me laugh when I stepped into the carpenter shop. I enjoyed working with him and will miss him deeply.
Doralyn (Lyn) Nardella
April 27, 2008
John, I only met you once but you made my cousin Bev smile.
Jack Boudreau
April 27, 2008
Uncle Peter and cousins Suzanne,Jean, Janet and Pete Jr.,I'm sorry for your loss. It's been many years since I've seen any of you but, I still remember visiting Uncle Pete , Aunt Pearl and the older kids back in the early 50's . Nephew and cousin Jack (John) Boudreau,
Dianne Peloquin
April 27, 2008
Bev, I'm so sorry for your loss. John had a beautiful spirit. He will be missed by many.
Kat Long
April 26, 2008
I was so sad to hear of John's passing. I will miss him.
Dave&Cheryl Katinas
April 26, 2008
Our heart felt condolences to the entire family,especially, Matt, Chris and Cody,your in our thoughts and prayers.
The Katinas Family
Andrew Lindsey
April 26, 2008
Sorry about your loss. You have our deepest condolences, from Patty Lewis, and Andy Lindsey
Dina Kujawski
April 26, 2008
Bev, Tina, John, Janet,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John will be missed.
Dina and Alan
Stacy Kulma
April 26, 2008
I want to extend my deepest love and sympathy for all of John's family members and i want to thank of all you for letting me be a part of all your lives in this special time. John was my best friend and I will always miss him.Things will never be the same without John. John I will never forget you!! I love you!!Love you Always Stacy XOXO
Sheryl Carpentier
April 26, 2008
I have many fond memories of John and my dad sitting poolside in our backyard. We were neighbors for many years. My deepest sympathy to his family. John will be missed tremendously.
Lisa Johnson
April 26, 2008
John was a great guy! He had such a great personality. He will surely be missed by all. Rest in peace John, no more suffering! We'll all miss you!
Bruce Amidon
April 26, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Peggy Dahart
April 26, 2008
Uncle Pete, Suzanne, Jean, Janet, and Pete, I am so sorry to hear about John, my sympathies go out to you all. I am also sorry that I can not be there for John's services. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Your cousin, Peggy(Fleming)
Eddie & Janice Hubacz
April 26, 2008
We were so sorry to learn of John's death. He certainly had put up a great fight. We really just got to know him from Carmella's and will certainly miss his smile. It just won't be the same walking through the bar area.
Our condolences to everyone...
April 26, 2008
we will miss you john whipplehospitalguys
Melissa Peloquin
April 26, 2008
Jaimie, I am so sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort. Love, Melissa
Walter Merriam
April 26, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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