Obituary of Ellery Beagle

Ellery I. Beagle age 83 of Mansfield, PA died Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at his home in Mansfield, PA. Ellery was born on March 17, 1924 in Arnot, PA the son of James and Hazel Beagle. He was a graduate of Mansfield High School, served in combat in the European Theater during WWII. He married his wife Shirley Sours on June 2, 1948. They would have observed their 60th wedding anniversary on June 2, 2008. Ellery was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mansfield, PA. He had been employed as a meat cutter at Mudges Grocery Market, and later, following the death of Pete Mudge, became a partner with Irene Mudge. Later still, the business became Ellerys Market. Finally, he became a government meat inspector. He had a passion for sports and became the sponsor and coach for the Mansfield Ravens basketball team and the Ravens softball team. The basketball team became well known for its outstanding record in competition with other area teams especially in Elmira and Williamsport. For many years, he was an avid deer hunter, golfer and snowmobiler. In retirement, he took great pride in the care of his home and property. Though he and Shirley had no children of their own, Ellery took great interest in the children of the community and encouraged their participation in sports. Ellery is survived by his wife Shirley, cousins David and Geraldine Lapp, Dennis and Nancy Johnson all of Horseheads, NY, Danny and Shari Grafius of Elmira, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 2 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Academy St. Mansfield, PA 16933.