Thomas C. Bekiempis was born on February 16, 1947. His home of record is Bayonne, NJ. He attended Padua High School in Watkins Glen, NY. He was a member of the gymnastics team in high school.
He served in the US Marine Corps and attained the rank of Lance Corporal (LCPL) with A Co, 7th ENG BN, 1st MARDIV, III MAF.
Bekiempis was killed in action on March 28, 1967. He is buried at Holy Name Cemetery in Jersey City, NJ.
Sources: Mary Franzese (friend), The Paduan, VVMF and NJVVMF.
12/17/2024