Daniel Louis Beach, 84, a life long resident of Hartwood, passed away in the comfort of his home and with his family at his side on January 25, 2013.
Mr. Beach was the owner and operator of Beach’s Garage in Hartwood for 45 years. He served on the Board of Towing in Stafford County for 15 years. Mr. Beach was an avid hunter and loved his dogs and animals. Drag racing was one of his favorite hobbies.
Survivors include his sons Donald Beach and wife Beverly, of Mechanicsville and Kevin Beach and wife Judy, of Hartwood; two grandsons; four great-grandchildren; three step-granddaughters; one ste-grandson; nine great-step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Arnita Beach; parents Bollie and Annie Beach; and brothers Garland Beach and Horace Beach Sr.
The family will receive friends from 6-8pm Monday, January 28 at Covenant Funeral Service, Fredericksburg.
A service will be held at 10am Tuesday, January 29 at the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Ron Roach officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Horace Beach Jr., Thomas Cropp, Ray Heflin, James Wade, Ben Beach and Andrew Beach.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to Mary Washington Hospice, 5012 Southpoint Pkwy., Fredericksburg, VA 22407.
Sorry for your loss.
sorry for your loss. Don and I will really miss seeing Dan at the garage. Kevin Don and I here if you need anything.
So for your loss Kevin and Don your dad was always agood friend to dad.
I am terribly sad to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a good man. He put the “heart” in Hartwood. I have many childhood memories of being at his shop. He played a large role in the lives of the Heflin family during our time in Hartwood.
Sorry to hear about Dan, he will be missed dearly. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Kevin and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Mr. Beach was a wonderful man. We used to love going to his shop and listening to the stories that he had to tell. He’s going to be missed. We are here for you if you need anything. (Wilcox boys)
Kevin and Judy – We are so sorry. Prayers are being sent your way. Love and miss you both.
We are sorry for your loss, but we have so many great memories of Dan over the years. He was a very good and caring friend. He will be missed. Kevin & Judy give us a call if we can help in any way.
thoughts are with you kevin
Kevin and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Dan was a good and honest man.He will be greatly be missed in the Hartwood Community.Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Kevin and family. we are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a good and honest man. He Will be greatly be missed in the Hardwood Community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
Dan was a wonderful friend of 41 cyears and will be greatly missed my myself and my family.
Kevin — Some of my best memories are of you and your dad working on that old Fairmont at the race tracks. He will be missed. Cliff
Kevin & Judy, So very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a fine man. We are blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, sending love your way.
Love, Becky and family
May you be surrounded by the love of family and friends during this time. You and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. I still remember him always being at the track with you back when we were racing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. I’m sorry I can’t make it to the service, but I’ll be thinking about you.
We were so terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad is one of the finest of Hartwood. May he rest in peace. I will always remember the kindness he and your family has extended to me and my family. Whether it was Arnita visiting Mom, or Dan or Kevin handing over the keys to his personal vehicle when my rattle trap was broken down, you were an ever present comfort and an answer to our prayers. I never missed a college class. Thank you. May God bless you and may you find comfort in the days ahead.
I was sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for your family.
God bless you all. I have known Dan since I was a child. He was a wonderful man. It is a great loss.
When you’re past the prime of your life and you know after autumn comes the cold….Remember there’s a paradise ahead where we’ll grow young instead of old.
From one mechanic to another, sympathy to all the family.
I was sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was certainly one of the solid oaks that could be relied on for so many years. May the memories of all the years working together and being near family give you comfort in this difficult time.
Kevin and Judy,
We are all so sad to hear about Dan’s passing. He will be dearly missed. Our deepest condolences go out to you both and please know you are in our thoughts.
Kevin, Donald and families: I just read this evening about Dans’ passing. I am so saddened for your family. I remember a time when Dan and Arnita made me feel completely at home in their family. Dan was a good man and he will be remembered fondly. May you feel the peace of God and may you be comforted in the “precious memories” that are Gods’ gift to those that mourn such a loss. God Bless You All,
Dina Owens Thompson
Kevin, on behalf of all of us at Advance Auto Parts, We are sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers. May you find comfort and peace in with the Lord’s grace.
Sorry to hear about Dan, keep your head up
Sorry to hear about Dan
Kevin, our condolences are with you and the family as you adjust to the absence of a significant member of your family, your Dad. Sadly, I did not have the privilege of knowing him, but I distinctly recall his statesman like presence as he sat there in the center of the shop discreetly taking in all that went on around him. I salute this good and noble man,
Kevin and family we are so sorry to hear about your Dad. I remember spending hours crawling through cars while our Dads talked and playing with BB. You have my number if you need anything.
Candi & Matt
We’re sorry to hear of your loss. We have some good memories of how your father helped us over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the good memories. Sincerely, Eric and Debbie Grove
Kevin,
Linda and I are sorry to hear the passing of your Father. I have many fond memories of him and your Mother. Please give my condolences to the rest of your family and God Bless you and your family. John and Linda Risoldi
Kevin, Judy and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, Dan will be missed, keep in your hearts that he is in Heaven. Love you Tom and Karen