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Mary Beagle Obituary
BEAGLE, 78
Whistle Stop Cafe
WINTER HAVEN - Mary Beagle, 78, died on June 4, 2010, of cancer.
She was predeceased by her husband, James Beagle, and one son, Scott Clark. She is survived by one son, Dale Holeman, one daughter, Diane Holeman, and one cousin, Edward Harrell.
Mrs. Beagle was a talented musician. In high school she played cello in the New Orleans Philharmonic. Beginning at the age of 15, she played piano for musicals for NORD, the New Orleans Recreation Department. She received a full music scholarship at Loyola University in New Orleans.
Throughout her life, Mrs. Beagle usually worked two jobs, working as a secretary during the day and working playing piano in the evenings. She retired from working in the Economics Department of Florida Southern College in Lakeland, after 17 years of service.
Mrs. Beagle's last piano job was at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Plant City, Florida, where she worked for 7 years.
The memorial service for Mrs. Beagle will be at 6 p.m. On Friday, June 18, at the chapel at 532 Avenue M N.W. of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Winter Haven, Florida.
Crisp-Coon Funeral Home, Winter Haven, Fl.
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Ann Boyd
June 16, 2010
Dear family members and friends of Mrs. Beagle,
My husband and I are so sorry to read of the passing of Mrs. Beagle. We always loved her piano playing at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Plant City. Her wonderful way with playing all tunes added another dimension of ambience to the restaurant. We know she was loved and admired by all with whom she came in contact. May she Rest in Peace.
Ann & John Boyd
Costa Rica and Plant City
Shauna' Brewington
June 14, 2010
I met Mrs. Mary in passing at the gas station one day. She was having a hard time with the pump. I assisted her and we began to conversen. She was one of the sweetest strangers i have ever met. I ran into her several times at walmart and we would converse again. I was deeply touched by "Mrs. B" and her sweet nature. May she rest in peace!
Andrea B
June 14, 2010
I remember Mary from the Business and Economics Department at Florida Southern College where I was a student and a part-time employee. She was always kind and helpful to everyone. All these years later I still remember her with warm feelings. She was a wondeful lady.
John Herrmann
June 13, 2010
As a fellow musician, I would "bump into" Mary every now and again over the last 30 or so years. She was truly a pleasant, talented, and warm individual. I will miss her smile
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Virginia Zagar
June 10, 2010
To the family of Mary Beagle, As customers of the Whistle Stop Cafe over the past years, we became familiar with the piano styling's of your dear mother and were saddened to learn of her passing. What a talented and beautiful lady she was. I know you must be so proud of her. She will be missed. My family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you. May God bless and comfort you.
A rose once grew where all could see
Sheltered beside a garden wall
And as the days past swiftly by,
It spread it's branches straight and tall.
One day a beam of light shone through
A crevice that had opened wide,
The rose bent gently towards its warmth
Then passed beyond to the other side.
Now you who deeply feel its loss
Be comforted -- the rose blooms there.
It's beauty even greater now -
Nurtured by God's own loving care.
Joe and Virginia Zagar
Rich and Kim Mendoza
Bruce clarke
June 10, 2010
To dearest Diane and family. My heartfelt sympathies on your loss. Be comforted in knowing your lovely mother is at peace and in a far greater place of love and serene warmth. It's hard to see someone you love and care about so much going through one of life's hardest struggles. I know the feelings of helplessness can be overwhelming at times. Take comfort in knowing you did all you could and that your wonderful mother knew that too. She will always be close to you through the many fond memories life gives us. God Bless you all and help you through this journey.
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