Christopher R. Beach Obituary (1984

Caledonia - Peacefully passed away at home on April 23, 2024 after a courageous battle with leukemia surrounded by family and friends. Predeceased by his grandparents Ron Beach Sr., Nancy Ellsworth and Floyd "Bucky" Ellsworth, his Aunt Donna Hults and Uncle Dana Ellsworth. Survived by son, Owen and daughters, Kelsie and Kierstyn, his parents Ron Jr and Brenda, Grandmother Peggy, brother Ronnie (Miranda), niece Grace and nephews, Jackson and Kyle along with many aunts, uncles and cousins. Also, mother of his children Alyssa Beach and special friends Brad Pike, Cricket Knight and James and Kay Vonglis and his beloved dog, Olive. His work ethic began on the farm at the age of 14 where he started working for Paul E Stein & Sons. He spent countless hours in multiple tractors including his favorite the John Deere 9630. His public service career started in April 2003 when he joined the Caledonia Fire Department where he held many positions and rose up through the ranks to become Chief in 2011 for three years. Chris was a graduate of Caledonia-Mumford School and the Rural Police Training Academy at Genesee Community College. He worked for multiple agencies including Caledonia Police Department, Livingston County Sheriff's Office and Greece Police Department where he ultimately earned the rank of Sergeant. He was well respected by all colleagues. His work ethic, staying true to his word and his ability to stand up for what is right led him to be voted in by his peers as the Union President of the Greece Police Gold Badge Club. Chris was a dedicated and loving father which motivated him to coach youth sports including Caledonia Youth Football, Cal-Mum Hoops Basketball, and Cal-Mum Youth Baseball. No prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 2PM on Sunday, May 5th, 2024 at Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. Interment St. Columba Cemetery, Caledonia. If you are unable to attend the service, please feel free to attend Jones Hall, 336 Leicester St, Caledonia afterwards to share your condolences with the family. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the children's education fund, The Beach Children Trust. Donations can be mailed to Tompkins Community Bank - Caledonia Branch, 3155 State St, Caledonia, NY 14423.