Edey, Beverley Anne
It is with immense sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Beverley (nee Lovatt) Edey at her home in Meaford on Wednesday, October 30, 2019.
Beverley was a trailblazer in the lumber industry spanning over 40 years. Born and raised in the small town of Meaford, a daughter of the late Darley and Pauline (nee Randle) Lovatt, she became the first female manager of a Beaver Lumber store in all of Canada. In recognition of her achievements in this industry, including becoming the first female Director to sit on the board of the Lumber and Building Material Association of Ontario, Bev was awarded the LBMAO lifetime achievement award in 2015.
Bev shared her passion of reading by actively participating in the Friends of the Library in Meaford which supports the local library and promotes the advantages of reading. In her earlier years she participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada which mentors young adults to get involved in their community to create connections and friendships through outings and activities. Her strong will and dedication to her career and passions allowed her to push through personal health challenges. Bev continued to go to work with a smile, always putting her customers first, and thus created a lasting impression with anyone with whom she interacted. Bev is survived by her devoted husband Lynn, her children Sarah and Samantha, and her beloved grandchildren Luke and Liam. She will be remembered as a loving mother-in-law by her sons Patrick Charlebois and Top Wattanapaiboonsuk. She was a dear sister of Bonnie and Joe Hawlik of London and Trudy Smith of Niagara Falls and will be greatly missed by her nephews Chris, Cam, Michael, Steve, Scott, Jason and their families.
Bev’s family will receive friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E. in Meaford on Saturday November 2, 2019 from 3 until 6 p.m. A funeral service will be conducted at Christ Church Anglican in Meaford on Sunday afternoon November 3rd at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, as your expression of sympathy, the family wishes to direct donations to the Beverley Edey Memorial Scholarship Fund. Donations may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home at www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca or the LBMAO who will administer the fund.
Details
Service: Christ Church Anglican, Meaford on Sunday November 3 at 2 p.m.
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Donations: In lieu of flowers, as your expression of sympathy, the family wishes to direct donations to the Beverley Edey Memorial Scholarship Fund. Donations may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home at www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca or the LBMAO whoDonate securely through Ferguson Funeral Home
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Sincere condolences to you and your family
Thinking of you at these hard times.
Norm Rushton
Turkstra Lumber
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Lynn, Sarah, Samantha & Family ~
May loving memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Bev will be greatly missed.
We always enjoyed your company on the Home Lumber Dealer trips.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Bob & Joan Collins ~ Gravenhurst, ON.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Bob and I are so sorry and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Deepest Sympathy Sarah, Patrick and family. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time
Darlene Weir
Friday, November 1, 2019
My condolence to Lynn and his Family.
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Our deepest condolences to your family Sending prayers of Love and Comfort at this Sad time All our Love Brian and Elaine Dempster
Friday, November 1, 2019
Sarah, Patrick and Liam
Always treasure the wonderful memories of your mom. She has left a great impression with everyone who was lucky to have known her.
Sorry for your loss and condolences to you and your family.
Dan and Roxane Percy
Friday, November 1, 2019
Bev will be missed as she has been part of our LBMAO family and a friend that all of us in this industry have appreciated and loved. Our sincere condolences to the Edey family. May she rest in peace.
Friday, November 1, 2019
Sarah, Sam, Lynn and family
Thinking of you all during this time. I heard the news last night and your mom and your family have been in my thoughts.❤️
Sarah and Ethan
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
We are also sorry we are unable to make it to the visitation and service.
Robert & Deb Prouse
Friday, November 1, 2019
So sorry for your loss thinking of you all at this difficult time HUGS !
Willy Wendy Brent &Kara & Aidynne
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn sincere condolences to you & your family on the
Sudden passing of Beverley. You are in our thoughts as you go thru this difficult journey.
John & Louise Wiebe
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
My deep condolences. I knew Bev only through the store but also enjoyed having a short chat with her and seeing her wonderful smile. I will miss her.
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn & family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Bev. Cherish your wonderful memories and may they bring peace to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.
I am so sorry that I am not able to make the visitation and funeral service.
Dale MacPherson
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn and the entire family , I am so very sorry for your the loss of one of the most incredible people I have ever had the honour of meeting and knowing , she was the epitome of what it means to be human , gentle , loving and incredibly humble in all that she did in here life . My heart goes out to all of you affected by the loss of an incredible lady , mother , wife etc
sincerely
Kirk Porterfield
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn & Family
I’m so sorry for the loss of your lovely wife Bev. I hope the memories of years spent together will bring you comfort in this very difficult time.
Tracey Sheehan, Home Hardware Stores Limited, St. Jacobs
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn, Sarah, Samantha and family, So sad to hear of this beautiful woman’s passing. She was so wonderful and kind always to us and our family as you two girls grew up together with our children. She will be remembered dearly.
Love Sandy and Andy Harrington, Kaleb and Angela Michener, Ryan, Jason and Sean Harrington and families.
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family as you go though this difficult time.
Sandy Hamilton, Home Hardware Stores Limited, St. Jacobs
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of Bev..we remember many great LBMAO events and in particular the hospitality at your home when the LBMAO curling bonspiels were held in Medford. We will hold you all close in our thoughts and prayers…Bruce and Susen
Friday, November 1, 2019
Dear Trudy, Bonnie & Bev’s Family,
My sincerest condolences to all, too young to be taken from her family.
Thinking of you all,
With love and caring thoughts,
Randy & Cheryl Nowosad (nee Gower)
Friday, November 1, 2019
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Sending all our love and hugs!
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn, Sarah and Samantha ~
I am very sad to hear about Bev. My heart is heavy for each of you.
Sincere sympathy to Trudy and Bonnie too.
Jim and I just left Thursdsy for a vacation in Florida….
I will be thinking of you all on Sunday and the days ahead.
Bev loved her family and sure was proud of her grandchildren.
Sincerely
Deb Chapman
Friday, November 1, 2019
Lynn ,Sarah ,Sam and family
So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. We are thinking of you all in the days ahead
Nancy and Rick Fry
Friday, November 1, 2019
So very shocked and saddened to hear of Bev’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts ~ The Lohnes family
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Lynn and family
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Bev was a wonderful woman who will be deeply missed by all she touched. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Barb Schering
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Dear Lynn, Sarah and Sam: I am ever so saddened to hear about Bev . . . she and I had some wonderful times together at the Beaver Lumber store in Owen Sound many years ago. My deepest sympathies and warmest thoughts to you all.
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Our deepest condolences for your loss.
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Sarah, Patrick and Liam
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending deepest condolences, hugs, and prayers.
Love,
Laura and Theron
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Lynn, Sarah, Samantha and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. Her bright and kind spirit will be greatly missed by so many. My sympathy and thoughts go to you all during this difficult time.
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Lynn and Family
Words are never enough to express sympathy. May it help to know you are are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cousin Mary Grace and husband Josef Amann
Kingston
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Marg Iutzi
Saturday November 2,2019
Lynn and family, so sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sunday, November 3, 2019
The “Dales” family send our deepest sympathy to Lynn, Samantha, Sarah, Trudy, Bonnie and families. Remembering all the great times we had when we were neighbours. Bev was always thinking and helpful to others. She will be missed by many. Keep the wonderful memories of her and hopefully this will help ease the difficult pain you are feeling
Sunday, November 3, 2019
lynn and family. So sorry for your loss.
Sunday, November 3, 2019
Dear Lynn, Sarah, Samantha and family
We are so saddened to hear of Bev’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Margo DeVries, Frank Rizzo and family
Sunday, November 3, 2019
Lynn, Sarah, Samantha and family
Love and hugs to you all. So sad to hear of Bev’s passing. What a beautiful and kind person she was. Memories remain forever.
Cousin and friend always
Wendy Xoxo xoxo
Sunday, November 3, 2019
Sincere condolences to you Lynn and your family.
Sunday, November 3, 2019
Sorry for your lose. Bev was a great women.
Monday, November 4, 2019
Dear Lynn, Sarah, Samantha, Bonnie, Trudy and families,
We were both saddened learn of Bev’s passing. Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Monday, November 4, 2019
Dear Lynn, sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Janice and Paul Hart
Lindsay, On
Monday, November 4, 2019
Lynn and Family,
Words seem inadequate at this time, but we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy, and may you find comfort in the knowledge that others share your sorrow. We will all miss Bev!
Malcolm, Cindy and the Orr Family.
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Sarah, Patrick and Liam
My condolences to you and the entire family. So sorry for your loss! May your memories be sweet.
Sincerely,
Krista
Monday, November 11, 2019
Lynn, Sarah, Samantha and families,
We just heard of Bev’s passing today and we are still in a state of shock and so very sad. Had we known, we certainly would have attended visitation and Bev’s memorial service. I’ve known Bev for most of my life. She was a very strong woman but I know she was in dreadful pain every day and it was a testament to her strength that she managed to remain an active and valuable employee, a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Please accept our deepest sympathies on your great loss. We pray that you will find peace in the knowledge that she is no longer suffering and in all your treasured memories.
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Lynn and your entire family. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Lynn We are so sorry for your loss Bev was a very special lady Sincere Sympathy
Ross and Sherry
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Lynn and Family,
Chris, Victoria and I send our sincerest condolences on the passing of Bev. She will be deeply missed with her beautiful and warm smile that greeted everyone within her presence. She certainly was a trailblazer and one in which many of us women within the lumber and building materials industry will always look up to.
Our prayers are with you all.
Michelle, Victoria and Chris