COLONIE- Frank Martin Beyer, 75, passed away suddenly on December 10, 2015. Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Irene and Frank Beyer.
He is survived by his loving wife and best friend June, who he married on June 30, 1962 in Lancaster, NY.
He was the devoted father of Lora (Michael) Reles, Lynn (Bill) Abbate, and Kara (Jeremy) Hayes, who he loved very much; Proud grandfather of Jessica (Jeff), Jaclyn, Sam, Adam, Julia, Arlene, and Andres, who brought sunshine and love to his life. Frank was excitedly awaiting the arrival his first great-grandson this spring.
He is also survived by his brother Paul (Debi) Beyer; and nieces and nephews, Donald, Diane, Beverly (David), Patricia (Matt), James, Lisa, Frank, and their families who were very much a beloved part of his life.
He was predeceased by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jesse and Edith Lewis; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law George and Carol Lewis; and his forever friend Carl Corrin.
Frank was an Erie County All Star basketball player and baseball pitcher for Lancaster HS. He served four years in the U.S. Navy, graduated from Buffalo State College in 1965, and retired from the State Education Department as the Director of Safety Education in 1995.
Frank was proud to be an American. He loved his dogs, boating, fishing, reading, playing cards, and traveling.
He was a member of the Schenectady Yacht Club and served as Commodore in 1995, a representative of the Mohawk Hudson Council of Yacht Clubs, and a member of Zaloga Post American Legion.
Frank will be dearly missed by his many cherished friends and all who knew and loved him.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2015 from 2-5 pm at New Comer Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205. A memorial service will be at 5 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be at the Gerald B.H. Soloman Saratoga National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204.