On Sunday, Buckalew’s Tavern dedicated Buck’s Backyard to Beach Haven’s beloved Butch McCaffrey, who, earlier this year, was diagnosed with Bulbar Palsy, a form of ALS. All proceeds generated will be donated to the People with ALS Foundation, per the express wishes of McCaffrey.
The Backyard brimmed with at least 300 people, all there to celebrate McCaffrey, who served his community for many years as the Beach Haven police chief and youth baseball coach. He was also an active surfer and golfer.
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