Jennifer Beegan

jennifer beegan

March 26, 1962 ~ December 30, 2022

Born in: Manhattan, NY
Resided in: Meriden, CT

Jennifer (Paoli) Beegan, born in New York City on March 26th, 1962, passed away on Friday, December 30th, 2022 at age 60 due to complications from chronic illness.

What can one even say? How do you narrow down a life into a few short quips and do her justice?
Well, she loved drama. A 45-minute errand would yield a treasure trove of memories and experience. She was a true observer of human nature and knew how to craft stories from even the mundane. Life for most is a monotonous string of half-assed interactions and waiting for another sun to set, but she, somehow-in weal or in woe-never lived a dull moment.

Her sense of humor was infectious. Whether you wanted it or not, she was going to spread it to your gut… just like the sepsis (I don’t care if you think that’s tasteless-she would have loved it, so buzz off). Recently someone shared with me that if they close their eyes, they can still hear her contagious laughter. If you knew her for even a couple of minutes, I assure you that you could too. It was uniquely her laugh and truly unmistakable.

Jen leaves behind many grieving friends and family members. Kevin Beegan-her husband, her rock, her man-whom I could not imagine her living without these past twenty years. Her children Michael, Tyler, and Dalton Kamens, a bunch of sarcastic know-it-alls; wonder who they got that from? Three step-children: Kevin, Brian, and James Beegan, whom she whole-heartedly loved and supported as her very own. A brother and a sister, seven grandchildren, many wonderful friends and family, and a partridge in a pear tree. She would have done practically anything for all of them-though I’ll say with a shade of bias, she would have truly gone to hell and back for her children because for her, that is what love meant.

Stories, laughter, love. I suppose if your life is ever to be narrowed down to a few short quips, set yourself up and let them be of stories, laughter, and love. That’s a legacy.

Friends may visit with her family for a celebration of her life on Saturday, January 7th 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Beecher & Bennett – Flatow Funeral Home, 48 Cook Avenue, Meriden, CT.

Services

Visitation: January 7, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Beecher & Bennett Funeral Service - Meriden
48 Cook Avenue
Meriden, CT 06451

203-235-4152

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  1. So sorry for your loss. Jen was my sweet beautiful friend. She made me laugh harder and more often than anybody else. Times spent for lunch turned to hours of laughter and memories. Getting in trouble at Macys for talking too much and laughing too loud,only made us do it more.
    The gifts you gave me are everywhere,and I will treasure them always.
    You promised me an all you can eat buffet when you came home,well you are home,in a place where you no longer are in pain. I will go to that buffet and I know you will be with me in my heart. You said you’d slap my hand if I touched your food,somehow I know I will feel that slap and as always you will make me laugh. I love you Jennifer and I will never forget you.

  2. I’m so sorry for your loss. All I can say about Jen is when you were around her you immediately felt like family. If she was in the room, everybody was laughing. I’m sorry that she’s gone, but her memory will always bring a smile to my face!

  3. I never met her but reading her story it’s like I’ve known her forever. Sounded like a wonderful wife and mom. So sorry Kevin and family. RIP

  4. Maria Alvarez…
    We met at Macy’s in Meriden…we were friends since then …. actually I met her Mom Eva….my son was her stock boy…how many moons ago???!!!!
    An awesome true friend…My Chica Kames..always there ….her stories and laughter…. you could be yourself always…
    And an amazing cook….loved her food ….
    Loved my Chica Kames…I can’t believe this ..
    And I will carry you in my heart always…
    I wish I had more time with you….
    But I’m so happy and grateful that I got to say “” love you “” and you said it back …
    Tell your friends and loved ones you love them
    ❤️ God bless you in peace Jen….

  5. Kevin and family! She was very special and full of fun! You guys were good together! I hope she is at peace! Keep all those happy memories alive in your heart!
    So sorry for your loss!

  6. To whoever wrote this, you captured the Jen that I knew 20+ years ago. Which means she hadn’t changed a bit. To Kevin, Michael Tyler, Dalton and all Jens extended family, my deepest condolences. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

    JoJo White

  7. Jen, my friend of almost 30 years, I will never forget that evening we met, the first day of being life long friends, I am so grateful for that day you came into my life. You’re contagious laugh and awesome personality surely lit up any room you entered. My deepest condolences to her husband Kevin, sons, Michael, Taylor and Dalton and extended family. A beautiful soul was lost here but I believe now she is at peace watching down at us with loved ones, Im sure she has the best seat in the house. Moe also knew and loved her as the three of us spent mant times together. Now baby, sweetie as you often called me, rest now, love you, Annette, Moe

  8. My sincere condolences to you, your family and friends. She will be missed for sure. You will be with her again one day in a much better place without suffering or pain. God is taking great care of Jennifer for you until such a time. She’s watching over you daily, with a huge smile. Lean on God, family and friends during this most difficult time. God will give you the needed peace and strength unconditionally. Love and prayers to all of you.

  9. Dalton and family,

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.


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