BEERS of Brockton formerly of Hanover March 9, 2006, John H. Beers 67 years Fiancé of Elena G. Iacovo of Brockton, Father of John H. Jr. of TN, Pamela Mueller of Pembroke, Barbara Anderson of NH, and David Beers of Hanover. Brother of Florence E. Proft-Robinson of AR, Helena Buchner of WI, William Beers of CA and the late Charles, Charlotte, George and Edward Beers. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral from the Conley Funeral Home 138 Belmont Street (Rte 123) Brockton Monday at 8am followed by a Funeral Mass in Christ the King Parish (St Colman Church) at 9am.
Visiting Hours Sunday 2-5pm. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 1115 W. Chestnut Street Suite 301 Brockton, MA 02301 for online donations www.cancer.org
John died Thursday evening in the Brockton Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born June 5, 1938 in Mena, AR, the son of the late Floyd and Margaret (Sunderman) Beers. John was raised and educated in Mena. Following school he enlisted in the Navy serving from 1955-59. For many years after he left the service John made his home and raised a family in Hanover, MA. John owned and operated several service stations in Hanover and was known for his expertise in mechanics and electricity. He was a member of the Phoenix Lodge in Hanover. John has been a resident of Brockton for the past twenty years. He had a passion for boating, gardening, cooking and wine making. Many friends and family could count on John for his mechanical and all around handyman abilities, his tomatoes from his garden his special peach, grape and beet wines or a fine meal with the proper presentation. He will be sadly missed for his kind and helpful nature by all his family and friends.