James J. Beshai

James J. Beshai, Jr.,60, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully at home, on August 10, 2016, after his determined and courageous battle with cancer. He was blessed with support from his loving family and a circle of long-time friends. James was born in Holden on August 22, 1955 and lived in West Boylston all his life.  He is deeply missed by his wife of 34 years, Kathleen J. (Pace); his daughter, Nicole Nost and her husband, Erik of Berlin; his parents, James J. and Joyce A.(Warwick)Beshai; a brother, Paul and his wife Tara; a sister Susan Reid and her husband Gordon, all of West Boylston. James leaves behind several brothers and sisters’ in-law and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his son, Joe, who passed away on July 26, 2016. James was self-employed and ran Beshai Landscape Construction for almost 30 years. He demonstrated a tireless work ethic, a commitment to quality, and took pride in “a job well done”. There will be no calling hours. A memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel, 111 Worcester Street, West Boylston on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at 12:30pm.  Burial will be held privately in Vernon Cemetery. To share your thoughts and memories of James, please visit his personal guestbook at: www.mercadantefuneral.com.