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Ralph Beer Obituary
1950-2012
Mr. Ralph Robert Beer, 61 of 34 Greenleaves Drive Hadley, Mass., died Tuesday August 7, 2012 at Cooley-Dickinson Hospital in Northampton.
He was born in North Adams, on November 6, 1950, son of Regina (Tatro) Beer and the late Norman P. Beer. He attended North Adams Schools and graduated from McCann Technical High School. Ralph also graduated from North Adams State College.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the US Army.
Ralph was last employed at O.W. Landergren in Pittsfield. He enjoyed reading and painting.
Survivors include his mother- Regina (Tatro) Beer of Williamstown. His spouse, Harry Arnone, whom he married on May 17, 2008.
Two sons; William Beer of Park Hills, Ky., and Adam Beer of North Adams. One daughter; Amy Lewitt and her husband, Stephen of Lawrenceburg, Ky. Two grandsons; Ashton Lewitt and Gabe Lewitt. Two brothers; David Beer of Schenectady, N.Y., and Thomas Beer of Adams. He also leaves his former wife and best friend, Terry Haskins of North Adams and nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL NOTICE: A memorial service for Ralph Beer will be held Friday August 10, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams. Burial will be private. A calling hour will be held on Friday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Berkshire Humane Society in care of the funeral home.
To send flowers, a gift, card or message, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.
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This obituary was originally published in the North Adams Transcript.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Beer
January 2, 2013
You don't know me, but I am sorry for your loss. My name is also Ralph Robert Beer, and I'm sure we are distant kin, as my folks lived in Mass. before going on to Montana.
Cynthia Emery
August 13, 2012
To Ralph's family: He was a very special guy! I will never forgot all the good times with Ralph & Terry when my children were small. Our deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in our prayers! Cindy,Kurt & Mitch Emery
August 9, 2012
Dave,
Sorry for your loss. thinking of you and your family.
Bill Dougherty & Joanne
August 9, 2012
Dearest Terry, Adam, Amy, Steve & family. Please accept my sincere, deepest sympathy for your loss. I know that he will be sadly missed. Try to stay strong, my friends.
Most sincerely,
Karen (Richardello) Gordon
August 8, 2012
I remember the first time I met Ralph and the few other times over the years. It wasn't often, but always memorable. To Terry, I am honored to have crossed paths with you and Ralph. I am so sorry for your loss. To Harry, I never met you but Ralph talked so highly about you and he so obviously loved you. I pray you find comfort in your memories.
Ellyn B., RN
Melissa Hart
August 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you Harry over the loss of a special man who made you extremely happy. He now watches over you from heaven. May all the memories the two of you created together comfort you during this most difficult time.
August 8, 2012
Dear Ralph,
I never got to know you well but I do know how happy you made my good friend Harry. You will be missed. God bless you and may you rest in peace.
Angelica Paredes
August 8, 2012
So many of my childhood memories include your family. You've been a part of my life for more than 25 years. I wish peace and love for those left behind.
Annie Hanley
August 8, 2012
Dear Ralph,
I am so sorry to hear that you have passed. I have always so enjoyed when you have stayed with us at Sunbridge. Such a bright spirit with so much energy. You had such a great soul and you will be sorely missed. My condolences to your family and to your husband Harry. My heart goes out to all of you! Much Love,
Annie
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