Michael G. Beach, 83 a longtime resident of Neptune died at his home on Friday, April 25th.

Born in Buffalo, NY, Mike was raised in Long Branch.  He was a 1960 graduate of Long Branch High School.  Following his graduation, he proudly served four years in the U.S Navy, where he was honorably discharged.

Mike started his plumbing career as an apprentice with Thomas H. Barham.  Joining Local 9, Plumbers and Steamfitters a short time after.  He retired after over 40 years with Barham Mechanical Contractors as a Foreman and Project Manager.

He loved large family gatherings at the holidays and would always carve the Thanksgiving turkey to perfection.  He enjoyed golfing at Shark River Golf Course and spending winters in Kissimmee, FL with his wife.

Mike was an avid New York Yankees and New York Giants fan.  He was a photography hobbyist and always enjoyed bird-watching out his window.  Mike had a love of music from his favorite opera singer, Pavarotti to Pink Floyd.

Mike’s greatest joy was watching his grandchildren shine at all their activities and being a part of their lives.

He is predeceased by his sister, Carole Ecochardt and his parents James & Kathleen Hartner.

Surviving is his wife of nearly 63 years, Ro; their three daughters, Lisa Morgan, Michele Zidani and Pam and her husband Michael Heumiller; his brothers Ron and Virginia Beach and Jim and Blanche Hartner; his sister Patty Pennauchi; five grandchildren, Joe, Rachid, Maria, Zack and Sophia.

Memorial gathering Tuesday, April 29th from 5 until the time of his funeral service at 7pm at the Wooley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch.

Private inurement services will take place later this week at the Brigadier William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery.