Jean M. Beales, 89, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2011, at St. Joseph Home for the Aged with her family at her side. Born in Kenosha on May 19, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Fred A. and Edith F. (Smith) Scholey. She attended local schools, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and graduated from Kenosha High School, Class of 1939. On November 29, 1945, she married Lawrence F. Beales at St. Thomas Aquinas Rectory. He preceded her on death March 23, 2010. Before marriage she was employed for six years in the Simmons Company office and, after raising her family, she worked for ten years in the UW-Parkside Library, retiring in 1984. Following her retirement, she, along with her husband, were involved with delivering Meals on Wheels for many years. Jean was a member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church, The Christian Women of St. Mark’s and Kenosha Senior Action Council. Surviving are three sons, Robert (Sharon) of Ojibwa, WI, John (Karen) of Plymouth, WI, and Thomas (Debra) of Pleasant Prairie; a daughter, Laurie (Dr. Michael) Walsh of Racine, WI; a daughter-in-law, Debra Beales of Trevor, WI; fourteen grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Diane (Robert) Newman of St. Louis, MO; and a dear cousin, Jack (Joan) Smith of Kenosha. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Michael, and a brother, J. Robert Scholey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 8th, at St. Mark’s Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Joseph’s Home for the Aged or Meals on Wheels would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Jean’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Richard & Ann Funck
January 7, 2011
Over the years, we had the privilege of knowing Jean Beales as the sister of my Uncle Bob Scholey. Jean and Larry were gracious and caring to all who met them. We will be remembering Jean in our prayers this Sunday and we rejoyce for her now that she and Larry are reunited.Rich & Ann FunckAurora, IL.
Julie Fraid
January 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all. Your Mom was a very sweet woman who was always kind to our family. She wrote me beautiful notes when my daughter, Chris died and also when my husband died. May she rest in peace.
Joyce (Glerum) Brundage
January 7, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of the death of your beautiful mother. One thing I can guarantee is that when she got to Heaven her sweet beloved husband and dear friends were there to welcome her. God Bless you all.
Bill Newman
January 7, 2011
To the Beales Family,I am so sorry for your loss. Aunt Jean was always gentle and kind and just like Grandma Scholey you never left her house hungry. Lawrence and Jean were two of my favorites and Dawn and I will their laughter. Take care and God bless.
Katie Otto
January 7, 2011
Laurie and Family - I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. Joanne called us last night. I remember both your mother and father as the kindest, funniest, most gentle people. They were my favorite "Scholey side" relatives! My family wishes your family thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.