Jimmy D. Beau Obituary (1930

Beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather Jimmy Beau 77 of Norwalk, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2008. Born in Harlem, New York on April 6, 1930, he was the son of the late Rose Squibb-Williams and the late James Progue. Beau grew up in New Canaan and resided in Norwalk. Mr. Beau, at one time, was the fifth ranking Middle-Weight Boxer in the world, traveling to Germany and Argentina during his boxing career. After retiring from boxing, Mr. Beau was a member of the International Veterans Boxing Association. He became a boxing coach and referee. Survivors include his wife of over 40 years, Pauline Mason Beau, one son, James D. Beau of Hampton, Virginia; two daughters, Eva Thorne and Rose Beau of Norwalk, one daughter-in-law, one son-in-law and a host of grand and great-grand children. Funeral Services were Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at Baker Funeral Chapel, 84 S Main St. Norwalk, Connecticut with the United States Air Force Military Honor Guard Squad participating, and a private Interment. Please sign Guest Book for the family.