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Cornell "Corky" Beukema
May 5, 1920 ~ December 11, 2016 (age 96) 96 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Mary-Jo Quigley Chiesa
August 27, 2017 1:04 PM
I just learned of Cork's death and want to extend my sympathies. I can still Cork and my dad sailing on the lake they both loved! I visited Cork and Phyllis last summer, and we talked about the old days on the lake.
Message from Ed Lasko
December 28, 2016 2:32 PM
I grew up with Phyl. She was like a sister to me. I was truly saddened to hear of Corkys' passing. I talked to both of them on Dec. 1, Phyls' birthday. My thoughts and prayers are with Phyl and the family.
Message from Marsha
January 2, 2017 9:27 PM
Thanks, Ed, from all of us. We remember you and are so glad you have kept in touch with Mom and Dad. Thank you for thinking of us.
Marsha
Marsha
Message from Sally Curnalia Young
December 19, 2016 12:20 PM
So many years! Never a Halloween passes or qn MSU homecoming that I don''t think of you all and remember you with great affection. Condolences and love. Sally
Message from Marsha
December 21, 2016 3:47 PM
Thanks, Sally, we really appreciate your kind words and keeping in touch through the years. It has meant alot. Love, Marsha
Message from Audrey Cornell Putman
December 16, 2016 1:46 PM
So sorry for your loss. Hello to the family. It has been many years, but I have fond memories. Occasionally I still go down Alden - just to remember all the great people who used to live on that street. Condolences from my dad, Robert (Bob) Cornell (almost 96). My mom died 2 years ago. Did you know Bonnie Hawkins (98) died in July? The saints go marching in!
Message from Marsha
December 16, 2016 8:56 PM
Hi Audrey:
Thanks for your kind note and condolences as well as the update on your family and Bonnie. Yes, lots of fond memories. Still digesting the Walkers being gone. )-: And we are sorry to hear about your mom. Again thank you for thinking of us and getting in touch, it was nice of you to do so. Marsha
Thanks for your kind note and condolences as well as the update on your family and Bonnie. Yes, lots of fond memories. Still digesting the Walkers being gone. )-: And we are sorry to hear about your mom. Again thank you for thinking of us and getting in touch, it was nice of you to do so. Marsha
Message from Jim and Penny Boss
December 16, 2016 11:15 AM
We are sorry to hear of Cork's passing. It was always so good to see all of you when we got together and enjoyed Cork so much. We all will miss him. God be with all of you during this trying time.
Love to all of you.
Jim and Penny.
Love to all of you.
Jim and Penny.
Message from Leslie Sotala-Beukema
December 17, 2016 8:47 PM
Hoping we can gather together and celebrate life in May or June! Hope you can be there. Thank you for your concolences.
Message from Greg and Betty Pierce
December 15, 2016 10:52 AM
I worked with Mr. Beukema at the Highway Dept. in Lansing right after graduation...(1967) nicest boss ever ....always smiling .....then to run into him in Grand Haven years later ....what a nice surprise...we both laughed at the "work" memories and how blessed we were to live in Grand Haven now.....blessings and heartfelt sympathy...Betty (Arthur) Pierce
Message from Marsha
December 17, 2016 4:09 PM
Thank you, Betty, for sharing your happy memories of my Dad and for your thoughtful condolences. We appreciate your kindness. Marsha
Message from Stephen Schmidt
December 14, 2016 11:14 PM
Phyllis,
Sending you and your family heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. ~ Stephen
Sending you and your family heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. ~ Stephen
Message from Leslie Beukema-Sotala
December 17, 2016 8:44 PM
Thank you for your concolences. We appreciated it.
A Free Birds was sent on December 14, 2016
Mr B., thank you for treating me like your daughter and allowing Pekoe to climb your cottage walls. Memories of my college years with you seem like yesterday and still strong. Stu and I still jitterbug "your way" today.
Love, Chriss
A candle was lit by Your Grandcats, Archer, Rachel, & Larry
on December 13, 2016 3:01 PM
A candle was lit by R. Wallace Macaulay.
on December 13, 2016 2:01 PM
Message from Joyce Hirons Day
December 13, 2016 11:55 AM
Corky will be missed by so many of us. Love to all the family. Sorry we won't be able to attend his funeral.
Message from Leslie Beukema-Sotala
December 14, 2016 6:18 PM
Thank you for your condolences. One of my sisters and I are unable to attend the service either. We are in the midst of a blizzard. And this is the time of year when folks should stay close to family, if at all possible! Thank you again.
A Free Birds was sent on December 13, 2016
Uncle Cork, we'll miss seeing you whenever we come to Michigan. Often you were a father figure to me. I recall your using your skills as a Michigan DOT bridge engineer to make a wooden bridge that I played in the sand with at the cottage during 1950s summers. Again, we miss you. Kice & Barb.
Message from Lynda Ferry
December 13, 2016 9:03 AM
Phyllis:
Sending my condolences and hugs to you during this difficult time. I remember Cork's smile and endearing personality. Although it's been years since I've seen the two of you, I think of you both as a model for kindness and generosity!
Sending my condolences and hugs to you during this difficult time. I remember Cork's smile and endearing personality. Although it's been years since I've seen the two of you, I think of you both as a model for kindness and generosity!
Message from Leslie Beukema-Sotala
December 14, 2016 6:15 PM
Thank you! Yes....kindness. A wonderful memory to share!
Message from Carol & Bill Chaddock
December 13, 2016 12:26 AM
Corky was our first ballroom dance teacher. He instilled a love of dance in us that has become a life long passion. We will always remember him for that.
Message from Leslie Beukema-Sotala
December 14, 2016 6:14 PM
Thank you for your condolences. I was an impatient daughter, and only lasted one or two of dad's dance lessons....but now I am married and dancing every week. Not with the grace of dad, but his influence is there!
Message from Sue Smith - CANBERRA ACT AUSTRALIA
December 12, 2016 11:02 PM
For the Beukema family from Canberra AUSTRALIA. Thanks for all the wonderful memories from several visits to Michigan and one to Australia. Deepest sympathy to Phyl and family.
Message from Leslie
December 13, 2016 5:21 PM
Thank you Sue! Such great memories were made on that trip, and dad often referred to it fondly. And so wonderful that it was the start of a long friendship across a large world!
Message from Vandana and Simha Magal
December 12, 2016 10:55 PM
Our heartfelt condolences to the Beukema family. We will deeply miss Mr. Corky Beukema.
- Simha and Vandana Magal
- Simha and Vandana Magal
Message from Marsha
December 14, 2016 8:09 PM
Vandana and Simha:
Thank you very much. Your being part of our North Shore neighborhood and your friendship with my parents has meant alot. Thank you for "being there".
Thank you very much. Your being part of our North Shore neighborhood and your friendship with my parents has meant alot. Thank you for "being there".
Message from Leslie Beukema-Sotala
December 14, 2016 6:12 PM
Thank you!
Message from Robert Dean Beukema
December 12, 2016 10:09 PM
Thank you Uncle Cork,
I loved and deeply valued having you for my uncle. Thank you for your guidance, love and many kindnesses throughout my life. I have always been very proud to have shared both my middle and family name with you. God bless you - I am glad that you are now relieved of your pain. Love, Bob
I loved and deeply valued having you for my uncle. Thank you for your guidance, love and many kindnesses throughout my life. I have always been very proud to have shared both my middle and family name with you. God bless you - I am glad that you are now relieved of your pain. Love, Bob
Message from Leslie
December 14, 2016 6:20 PM
Thank you, Bob. Long family history, and lots of good memories!
A candle was lit by Robert Dean Beukema
on December 12, 2016 10:00 PM
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