Rest In Peace, Paul Gleason
Woke up today and read that my charity tourney bud Paul Gleason passed away. Needless to say, I was shocked and saddened by the news.I first met Paul a few years back in a charity tourney and our paths have crossed several time since. Daly and he are good buds, so there have been countless times I've stepped foot on the bus and seen the 'Beeker' on there.
For those who don't remember, Paul really burst onto the scene in 'Trading Places' as Clarence Beeks and became a household name as Principal Richard Vernon in 'The Breakfast Club.' I loved him in both - as well as Coach Hissler in 'Johnny Be Goode.' My buddies and I always quoted the lines back to him in tourneys and I actually got it to a point where everyone called him 'Beeker' instead of Paul.
My heartfelt condolences to the Gleason family tonight. I always enjoyed hanging with the Beeker and will cherish the good times we had. RIP, Paul Gleason.
1 Comments:
That's a shame about Beeker. He was a really talented actor and sure seemed like a great guy. I saw him on the Daly Planet. My prayers are with his family.
Good luck in Westchester Double P. I've been a fan of yours since you hit the tour. I'm the only idiot that's ever transplanted from San Diego to New Jersey. Had to do it to be near my son though, so it's all good. I do miss SD like crazy though. My buddy and I followed you during the final round of the Buick in 2002. We were pulling for you big time. I'm hoping that you can find some of that magic this week. Wish I could be there.
My buddy Chris Trevino has played a bunch with you in years past in Junior golf. He's still trying to make his way on the Mini-Tours. It's tough man. He's a great player that can hit it past just about anyone, but you have to be there between the ears as well.
Anyway PP, I'm pulling for you man. I really like your website man.
Jonathan Riedel
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