BEAM, Robert James, of Ridge, NY passed away surrounded by his family on December 28, 2012. Ex. Chief of So. Hempstead F.D. Lifetime member of the Baldwin F.D. Past President of the N.Y. State Drill Team Captain’s Association, and Past President of Nassau County Drill Team Captain’s Association. Beloved Husband of Barbara. Loving Father of Robert and his wife Dominique, Thomas and his wife Lisa, and John and his wife Kimberly. Cherished Grandfather of Olivia, Ana, Emma, Julia, Colin, and Seamus. Reposing at the O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 1001 Route 25A, Miller Place, New York 11764. Visitation Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral mass Monday 11:30 AM at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Rocky Point, NY. Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY. In Lieu of flowers, Donations can be made in Robert’s name to: Make a Wish Foundation.