Jeff Beamish
Born: February 27, 1950
Died: December 23, 2024
Married: Nadine Case
Children: Sarah Ryne, Krissa Beamish, Trisha Dunn, Virginia Case (stepdaughter)
Jeff Beamish was a builder and an athlete, competing with the Saranac Lake Bobsled Club and the USA Bobsled Team, and playing rugby for the Mountaineers Rugby Club.
AdirondackDaily Enterprise, May 30, 1972
Line Out
Jeff Beamish, expert line out jumper for the Saranac Lake Rugby Club wins a line out for the home team during the Mountaineers first home game Sunday on Pius X field. Syracuse won the tight game, 17-15. [photo caption]
AdirondackDaily Enterprise, February 11, 1974
SL takes two bronze medals -- Local bobsledders place in AAU races
LAKE PLACID. N.Y - The Lake Placid Bobsled Club captured the four-man event Sunday in the National AAU Bobsled Championships on its home bobrun on Mt Van Hoevenburg.
The team of Mike Hollrock, Pete Bremen, John Proctor and Fred Froehch had a combined two-heat time of 2:18:77. They were followed by the US Air Force team, with a time of 2:20:34, and the Saranac Lake Bobsled Club, in 2:21:62
The Saranac Lake sled was driven by Jim Morgan, with Jeff Beamish on the brakes and Tom Carroll and Dave Keyeser in the middle. The team of Morgan and Beamish took the bronze medal in the two-man event Saturday when they finished third behind the Navy Sled and the Keene team of Wade Whitney and Paul Vincent.
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Adirondack Daily Enterprise, July 31, 1987
Original Mountaineers back
SARANAC LAKE - Back in 1971, when the Mountaineers Rugby Club originated, the players were all young and new to the game.
Now the players have aged and are veterans of the game. This year many of the original players will get a chance to rekindle some rugby memories when they participate in the eight-team over 35 division of the 14th annual Michelob Can-Am Rugby Tournament.
With club members growing older, the Mountaineers have finally got enough players to field a team.
The Mountaineers Old Boys (MOB) is comprised of some of the original founders, who have five to ten years of rugby playing experience.
Some of the players are still active on the regular A Mountaineer team, which should help them compete with teams that have played more games together.
The MOB is out there for fun but will play with the competitive spirit that has been the trademark of the Mountaineers since it was founded.
The team will rely on skill, aggressive play and slick passing techniques, which is a style of rugby that has been handed down to the younger club members.
The team members will include Dave Drowlette, Jeff Beamish, John Morgan, Ed Goetz, Doug Drum, Reggie Glossner, Gerry Gilmett, Beef Bevilacqua, Jeff Jost and Brent Rushlaw.
The MOB will face highly competitive Mystic River at Petrova Field at 10 a.m.
Adirondack Daily Enterprise, December 31, 2024
Jeffrey A. Beamish
Jeffrey A. Beamish, 74, of Saranac Lake, passed away on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by his immediate family. His passing was the result of complications from a severe stroke.
Born on Feb. 27, 1950, in Ogdensburg, Jeffrey was the beloved son of Frank and Nancy Beamish. He is survived by his devoted spouse of 32 years, Dr. Nadine F. Case; three daughters, Sarah (Aaron) Ryne, Krissa Beamish (Steve Wilson) and Trisha (Matthew) Dunn; his stepdaughter, Virginia Case (Chris Schwarz); and his treasured grandchildren, Ryan, Finley and Grace. He is also survived by the Feneck family, his brother Michael, sisters Barbara and Margaret, six nieces and a nephew. He was predeceased by his parents and two younger brothers, Allen and Patrick.
Jeff was a proud graduate of Norwood-Norfolk Central School (1968) and later earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Canadian Studies from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1976 after attending North Country Community College.
Deeply connected to the Adirondacks, Jeff’s love for the outdoors began in childhood at his family’s hunting camp. This passion grew into a lifelong pursuit, leading him on hunting expeditions across the Adirondacks and to destinations such as Alexandria Bay, Canada, Texas, Illinois and the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia.
Jeff was also an accomplished athlete, demonstrating excellence in bobsledding and rugby. He competed with the Saranac Lake Bobsled Team and represented the United States as a member of the USA Bobsled Team, racing internationally. During the warmer months, he played rugby for the Saranac Lake Mountaineers Rugby Club. His dedication and contributions to the club were recognized when he was inducted into their Hall of Fame, receiving the prestigious Black Jacket in July 2021.
Professionally, Jeff devoted more than five decades to his work as a master builder and craftsman, leaving a legacy of extraordinary homes and boathouses throughout the Adirondacks. His remarkable ability to understand and shape his clients’ visions, coupled with his deep knowledge of materials and land, resulted in structures that harmonized beauty, functionality and craftsmanship. Jeff’s work enriched the community and will endure as a testament to his skill and vision.
Faith was an integral part of Jeff’s life. A devoted parishioner of the Church of St. Luke the Beloved Physician in Saranac Lake, he served his congregation as an usher and vestry warden, contributing his time and talents in various capacities.
Those who knew Jeff were captivated by his warmth, charisma and boundless energy. A gifted storyteller, he had an unparalleled ability to bring joy to those around him. His humor and adventurous spirit were matched by his kindness, humility and deep commitment to his family. Conversations about his daughters and grandchildren brought him particular pride and joy.
Jeff’s passing leaves a profound void that will be felt deeply by his family, friends and the Adirondack community. His legacy, however, lives on in the memories of those who knew him, the structures he created and the lives he touched.
A celebration of Jeff’s extraordinary life will take place in Spring/Summer 2025, with details to follow. Family and friends are invited to share their condolences and memories online at fortunekeoughfuneralhome.com.