Jack E Beach

Jack Beach of Fruita, CO passed away peacefully at the age of 90 after a few months of declining health issues. He was born January 17, 1932 to Steve and Ilo Beach in Yuma, CO. The family eventually moved to Steamboat Springs, Ridgway, DeBeque and Fruita where they ranched, raising foundation bred Quarter Horses and quality cattle. Jack's cowboy years were dedicated to his love for ranch life, family and friends. He loved competing in rodeos and showing Quarter Horses in the AQHA where he earned numerous awards. He appreciated a good horse and was proud that the horses he used on the ranch could go to the arena or horse show and win. He earned the respect of many cowboys with his ranch horses and race horses. He enjoyed the day to day work of ranching, and also the thrill of chasing and gathering wild cattle in the rough country of the Bookcliffs with many of his cowboy friends. His love for rodeo lasted his entire life and he traveled to many rodeos all across the States and Canada. He religiously went to Cheyenne Frontier Days—most recently in July of 2021 with kids and grand kids!!

Jack served in the Army during the Korean War and kept in touch with his “Army Buddies” throughout his life. He was proud to be a Veteran.

Jack was a lucky man to have the love of two great women and five children. He married Beverly Koch in 1957. They raised their kids and spent their lives supporting anything the kids wanted to do. Their home was the gathering place for all their kids friends, and many of those friends considered Jack and Bev to be their second parents. Many get-togethers happened in that house. After Beverly passed away in 1992, Jack and Louise Doyal became partners for life. They enjoyed many years traveling and also spending time with family and friends. They took great care of one another!

Jack worked for the Colorado Division of Wildlife for many years doing work that he truly enjoyed! He retired in 2017 at the age of 85. (yes! 85) They couldn't get rid of him because he liked the work and loved the people. His “Division” friends became like family and they were so supportive of him through the years and even during these past few difficult months many made such kind gestures to keep his spirits up.

Jack spent his life enjoying and watching his kids and grand kids compete in sports and rodeos. He was always in the grandstands! Hunting, fishing and camping were favorite pastimes—especially with family and good friends. He never lost his shooting ability—amazing his grand kids every time they went hunting or target shooting.

Jacks kindness and empathy were always on display. He always offered help to people during tough times. If he was your friend, you were friends for life, and Jack was blessed with a lot of those. He was loyal always, and his handshake meant something when he made a deal. He cherished his family and friendships more than fame or fortune. He will be remembered and missed!

Jack is survived by his life partner, Louise Doyal, children Kent (Sue) Beach, Steve (Mikeque) Beach,

Rex Beach, Jake (Janelle) Beach, Linda (Pat) Forrest, grand children Deanna Beach (Scott), Kara Beach, Sean Beach, J.C. Forrest (Whitney), Caitlin Forrest, Jordan Hill (Kirk), Kalee Beach, Allee Beach, Ryley Beach and Rory Beach, and great grandchildren Orien Beach, Angus Forrest and Quinten and Peyton Hill, and his best dog, Bozzie.

Join us for a celebration of his life on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00. 1236 13 ½ Road, Loma. Bring some stories to share. We will have plenty of food and drinks!