Richard G. Beacher, age 84, of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2014 at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. He was born September 1, 1929 in Uniontown, PA to the late Alfred and Emma (Beecroft) Beacher. He was a highly decorated veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam being a recipientContinue Reading
Richard G. Beacher, age 84, of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2014 at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. He was born September 1, 1929 in Uniontown, PA to the late Alfred and Emma (Beecroft) Beacher.
He was a highly decorated veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam being a recipient of several Purple Hearts, Silver Star and Bronze Star for gallantry among others.
He is survived by his sons, Richard G. Beacher, Jr. and his wife Karen of East Windsor, NJ, and Alfred W. Beacher of Elkton, MD; daughter Linda N. Beacher- Scott and husband David of Elkton, MD; four grandchildren Don Weber of Corpus Christi, TX, Roberta Weber of Newport-on-Tay, Fife, Scotland, and Gene Scott and Nicole Beacher both of Elkton, MD; brother Alfred Beacher of Baltimore, MD; and sisters Laura Mae Parsons of Reading, PA, and Suzanne Bello of Elkton, MD: and by five great grand children.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by wife of 45 years Peggy Jo; his brothers, Henry Beacher, James Beacher, William Beacher, John Beacher and Joseph Beacher; and a sister Lillian Evans.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at the Elkton American Legion Post 15, 129 W. Main St., Elkton, MD 21921. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com
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thomas hershey
left a message on February 6, 2020:
I'll never forget you buddy, NEVER!
thomas hershey
left a message on February 6, 2019:
Rest in peace old buddy,I'll be catching up with you one of these days. Tom H
David Rice
left a message on February 6, 2015:
Spent a great deal of time at their house as a young person. Mr. Beacher was always kind to me. As kids he probably didn't have much appreciation for the Beatle's, Doors and Sly and the family Stone records. A lot of it I heard for the first time in there house. One thing I remember distinctly about Mr. Beacher. He ate more pepper than anyone I have ever met, lol. He also had a love for gardening. he was the only person I've met in my life that grew things like root vegetables even in the winter. Very nice man. All of you should be proud that you had him as a dad. He served our country in war and appeared to be a devoted father and husband. May God bless you all and I hope you realize the good qualities you have, and maybe some bad ones partially came from him.
Jonathan Beacher
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Richard will be forever honored by all Beacher family members for his service to his country in three wars, a tradition Richard carried on from his father Alfred (1892-1963) who served in World War I and his grandfather William (1838-1900) who served in the Civil War and his 3rd great-grandfather Jacob (1758-1842) who served in the American Revolution. His Beacher ancestry was documented by family historian Bruce Franklin Beacher (1919-2004) so thankfully Richard's family tree is now shared at http://www.searchtrees.com/tree/418.htm God Bless. Jonathan Scott Beacher
bill trout
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I met Richard in November 1959.. We shared a duplex in spring Lake, North Carolina.he was already a staff Sgt. and I a mere private e-2. I remember sitting on the back porch polishing my boots and preparing to start jump school., we struck up a conversation and proudly developed an instant relationship. I vividly recall how he took me under his wing and became my most value mentor. I attribute all my military success to his professional guidance and unwavering devotion to duty. That was paramount in his life. The only thing he cherished more than that, was his wonderful devoted wife, Peggy Jo. Whom, by the way was instrumental in the indoctrination of the military way of life to my wife Betty. my wife and I successfully took to heart their wonderful words of wisdom throughout our military career. I remember being on Sicily drop zone manning a static display for the 4.2 inch mortar. there was to be a mass jump that day, consisting of approximately 12 to 15 aircraft.as the aircraft approach way out in the distance. All of a sudden there was a lone parachute in the air. it was only later that I found out that it was the illustrious Sgt. Beacher [ whom was the jump master of that particular aircraft] and lo and behold as he leaned out the door to check the upcoming drop zone............. He fell out and landed only God knows where. I could not believe when he told me the story because he was such a perfectionist in everything he said and did. we were at the NCO club that night and we both laughed & laughed. a historical fact that everyone may find very interesting happened when we were both stationed in Okinawa.: Col. Tate, was a neighbor and friend to us both.. He had two teenage daughters. They used to babysit both our families. . Oddly enough,, the oldest of the two went on to become a movie star.. Her name was Sharon Tate, and if you recall, she was one of the victim of the Manson family massacre.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Nicole Beacher
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I love you. I will miss you always. I will remember every single memory, and visit our tree often. One of the things that makes this easier is knowing that you remembered where we planted it even at the end. See you later.
Jenny Ogden & Mike Sadler
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless!!
Ron & Angie Lee and Family
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Your loss has left a heartache that no one can heal. Eternal love has left memories that no one can steal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Edward McKeown
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Beacher Family. I have known Richard for many years, his sister sue and I have been friends for years as well as Richard, he never met a stranger without having a conversation with them. Any time I would see him he always took the time to chat.He would do anything for anybody. HE was a proud veteran and served our country well. He will never be forgotten and I am sure he is making friends in heaven as he did here on earth. God Bless You Friend I will be praying for you & Your Family. Ed. Mckeown
John & Denise Warrington
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Mr. Beacher, We just wanted to thank you for helping us grow our very new Home Improvment business! John was a young 26 year old, starting his own business. You gave him his 1st addition, kitchen, bathroom!!! You gave a young man the chance to make a good living for himself and his new growing family. You were a great man and John loved talking with you. We Thank you for your service to our great country, & the confidents you had in someone just starting out! We will always remember you. God Bless you! Your family are in our thoughts & prayer! Love & Prayer, John & Denise Warrington
JANICE TAYLOR
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I AM SO SORRY THAT WE HAVE LOST A GREAT MAN WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY IN 3 WARS AND WAS WELL DECORATED ---ALSO A GREAT NEIGHBOR WHO CHECKED ON ME OFTEN AFTER LOSS OF MY HUBBY AND SON ---BRINGING ME FRESH VEGETABLES FROM THE GARDEN HE SO ENJOYED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS CHILDREN---ALL OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.--GOD BLESS YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THESE NEXT FEW DAYS ---BUT WE KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND OUT OF PAIN ---I WISH I COULD OFFER MY MORE TO DO AT THIS TIME FOR THE FAMILY --BUT I AM NOT ABLE ---JUST KNOW I AM THINKING ABOUT AND AM WILLING TO LISTEN IF YOU NEED SOMEONE ---
DEBRA AND DUANE
left a message on February 11, 2014:
HE WAS A VERY KIND MAN,HE ALWAYS SEND FLOWERS OVER FROM HIS FLOWER GARDEN..I WILL MISS HIM AS HE WAS SO KIND TO MY GRAND BOYS, HE USED TO TALK ABOUT THE WAR TO MY LITTLE GUYS,THEY LEARNED ALOT FROM HIM. GOD BLESS .RIP.
DAvid Rice
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Some of my fondest memories as a child growing up in Pleasant Hill was at the Beacher home. I spent the night with Al many times and Mr. Beacher really scared me and I'm not really sure why. Maybe it was my experiences with my own dad, but he never had a cross word to say to me. He always seemed to be working in his garden. Really a very nice man . Ricky and Al introducing me to a lot of music. You guys seemed to have the entire collection of Beatle's music, The Door's, and Sly and the Family Stone. But my heart really goes out to all of you, I guess I forgot to mention Linda. I remember all of you fondly and my heart really goes out to you all. May God bless you and keep you.
allan dunn
left a message on February 11, 2014:
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Valerie Davenport
left a message on February 10, 2014:
AL, Your Father was truly an amazing man. I remember when he would let us hang out and camp over back in the day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know God will be with you during this difficult time.
Carol Sue McCraw
left a message on February 10, 2014:
Richard, I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. I will be thinking of you and keeping you and your family in my prayers.
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thomas hershey
left a message on February 6, 2020:
I'll never forget you buddy, NEVER!
thomas hershey
left a message on February 6, 2019:
Rest in peace old buddy,I'll be catching up with you one of these days. Tom H
David Rice
left a message on February 6, 2015:
Spent a great deal of time at their house as a young person. Mr. Beacher was always kind to me. As kids he probably didn't have much appreciation for the Beatle's, Doors and Sly and the family Stone records. A lot of it I heard for the first time in there house. One thing I remember distinctly about Mr. Beacher. He ate more pepper than anyone I have ever met, lol. He also had a love for gardening. he was the only person I've met in my life that grew things like root vegetables even in the winter. Very nice man. All of you should be proud that you had him as a dad. He served our country in war and appeared to be a devoted father and husband. May God bless you all and I hope you realize the good qualities you have, and maybe some bad ones partially came from him.
Jonathan Beacher
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Richard will be forever honored by all Beacher family members for his service to his country in three wars, a tradition Richard carried on from his father Alfred (1892-1963) who served in World War I and his grandfather William (1838-1900) who served in the Civil War and his 3rd great-grandfather Jacob (1758-1842) who served in the American Revolution. His Beacher ancestry was documented by family historian Bruce Franklin Beacher (1919-2004) so thankfully Richard's family tree is now shared at http://www.searchtrees.com/tree/418.htm God Bless. Jonathan Scott Beacher
bill trout
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I met Richard in November 1959.. We shared a duplex in spring Lake, North Carolina.he was already a staff Sgt. and I a mere private e-2. I remember sitting on the back porch polishing my boots and preparing to start jump school., we struck up a conversation and proudly developed an instant relationship. I vividly recall how he took me under his wing and became my most value mentor. I attribute all my military success to his professional guidance and unwavering devotion to duty. That was paramount in his life. The only thing he cherished more than that, was his wonderful devoted wife, Peggy Jo. Whom, by the way was instrumental in the indoctrination of the military way of life to my wife Betty. my wife and I successfully took to heart their wonderful words of wisdom throughout our military career. I remember being on Sicily drop zone manning a static display for the 4.2 inch mortar. there was to be a mass jump that day, consisting of approximately 12 to 15 aircraft.as the aircraft approach way out in the distance. All of a sudden there was a lone parachute in the air. it was only later that I found out that it was the illustrious Sgt. Beacher [ whom was the jump master of that particular aircraft] and lo and behold as he leaned out the door to check the upcoming drop zone............. He fell out and landed only God knows where. I could not believe when he told me the story because he was such a perfectionist in everything he said and did. we were at the NCO club that night and we both laughed & laughed. a historical fact that everyone may find very interesting happened when we were both stationed in Okinawa.: Col. Tate, was a neighbor and friend to us both.. He had two teenage daughters. They used to babysit both our families. . Oddly enough,, the oldest of the two went on to become a movie star.. Her name was Sharon Tate, and if you recall, she was one of the victim of the Manson family massacre.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Nicole Beacher
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I love you. I will miss you always. I will remember every single memory, and visit our tree often. One of the things that makes this easier is knowing that you remembered where we planted it even at the end. See you later.
Jenny Ogden & Mike Sadler
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless!!
Ron & Angie Lee and Family
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Your loss has left a heartache that no one can heal. Eternal love has left memories that no one can steal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Edward McKeown
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Beacher Family. I have known Richard for many years, his sister sue and I have been friends for years as well as Richard, he never met a stranger without having a conversation with them. Any time I would see him he always took the time to chat.He would do anything for anybody. HE was a proud veteran and served our country well. He will never be forgotten and I am sure he is making friends in heaven as he did here on earth. God Bless You Friend I will be praying for you & Your Family. Ed. Mckeown
John & Denise Warrington
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Mr. Beacher, We just wanted to thank you for helping us grow our very new Home Improvment business! John was a young 26 year old, starting his own business. You gave him his 1st addition, kitchen, bathroom!!! You gave a young man the chance to make a good living for himself and his new growing family. You were a great man and John loved talking with you. We Thank you for your service to our great country, & the confidents you had in someone just starting out! We will always remember you. God Bless you! Your family are in our thoughts & prayer! Love & Prayer, John & Denise Warrington
JANICE TAYLOR
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I AM SO SORRY THAT WE HAVE LOST A GREAT MAN WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY IN 3 WARS AND WAS WELL DECORATED ---ALSO A GREAT NEIGHBOR WHO CHECKED ON ME OFTEN AFTER LOSS OF MY HUBBY AND SON ---BRINGING ME FRESH VEGETABLES FROM THE GARDEN HE SO ENJOYED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS CHILDREN---ALL OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.--GOD BLESS YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THESE NEXT FEW DAYS ---BUT WE KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND OUT OF PAIN ---I WISH I COULD OFFER MY MORE TO DO AT THIS TIME FOR THE FAMILY --BUT I AM NOT ABLE ---JUST KNOW I AM THINKING ABOUT AND AM WILLING TO LISTEN IF YOU NEED SOMEONE ---
DEBRA AND DUANE
left a message on February 11, 2014:
HE WAS A VERY KIND MAN,HE ALWAYS SEND FLOWERS OVER FROM HIS FLOWER GARDEN..I WILL MISS HIM AS HE WAS SO KIND TO MY GRAND BOYS, HE USED TO TALK ABOUT THE WAR TO MY LITTLE GUYS,THEY LEARNED ALOT FROM HIM. GOD BLESS .RIP.
DAvid Rice
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Some of my fondest memories as a child growing up in Pleasant Hill was at the Beacher home. I spent the night with Al many times and Mr. Beacher really scared me and I'm not really sure why. Maybe it was my experiences with my own dad, but he never had a cross word to say to me. He always seemed to be working in his garden. Really a very nice man . Ricky and Al introducing me to a lot of music. You guys seemed to have the entire collection of Beatle's music, The Door's, and Sly and the Family Stone. But my heart really goes out to all of you, I guess I forgot to mention Linda. I remember all of you fondly and my heart really goes out to you all. May God bless you and keep you.
allan dunn
left a message on February 11, 2014:
.....
Valerie Davenport
left a message on February 10, 2014:
AL, Your Father was truly an amazing man. I remember when he would let us hang out and camp over back in the day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know God will be with you during this difficult time.
Carol Sue McCraw
left a message on February 10, 2014:
Richard, I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. I will be thinking of you and keeping you and your family in my prayers.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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