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BEVERLY EILEEN REEVES

Date of Passing: Oct 21, 2014

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BEVERLY EILEEN REEVES August 15, 1943 - October 21, 2014 On Tuesday, October 21, 2014, Beverly Eileen Reeves passed away peacefully in Winnipeg, Manitoba, at the age of 71 years. Left to lovingly remember Bev are her partner Dave Ashmore, mother, Lavina Agnes Reeves of Brandon, siblings, Donald Reeves (Sheila) of Kitimat BC, Gail Stringer (Evan) of Calgary AB, Barbara Vermette (Mike) of Comox BC, and Susan Grove (John) of Ottawa ON, along with many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins and their families all of whom she loved dearly. She was also the honorary Auntie Bev to the children of several of her friends. Bev was kind and generous with a big warm heart. She had many friends who will miss her dearly, among them are the Hedge Hogs, Pot Luck Gals, Golden Gate Group and Cruise Ladies. She was predeceased by her father, Harry Handley Reeves. Beverly graduated from Brandon College and taught in Flin Flon, Brandon and several schools in St. James. She and Thelma Jean Wood shared their education and teaching paths from high school and remained steadfast and loving friends. Bev was active in and well respected for her contributions to the St James Teachers' Association. After retiring from teaching, she was involved in the Canadian Taxpayers Association and tutored with Partners for Learning where she enjoyed the interaction with her students and thought she helped them achieve their goals. In compliance with Beverly's wishes, no Service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204-897-4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Oct 25, 2014

BEVERLY EILEEN REEVES On Tuesday, October 21, 2014 Beverly died at the age of 71 years. A longer obituary notice will follow in Saturday's newspaper edition. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Oct 24, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 25, 2014

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

  • I am missing your yearly Christmas cards over the last 35 years. I sent you a card and it came back return to sender. I googled your name and discovered your passing. I miss you my favourite teacher in the world. Love you and rest in peace. - Posted by: Tina Copenace (Former student from 1979 at Salvation Army Booth Drive) on: Jul 15, 2016

  • Always met Bev for brunch when Ford or her Mom was in town. Will miss laughing and catching up on latest news. Will miss you cous. Love Ona - Posted by: Ona Reeves (cousin) on: Nov 03, 2014

  • Bev and I were kindred spirits and spent our time discussing the latest news and especially the latest powerful group she was battling -usually on behalf of someone else. Sals for lunch was our spot - how I will miss seeing her smile and hearing her laugh. We were both English teachers and then resource at which she was brilliant. Now -no more pain for her. In sympathy, Marg Wilson - Posted by: Marg Wilson (friend) on: Oct 27, 2014

  • You bravely fought a horrendous battle. Now you are free at last. - Posted by: Betty Tuner (Cousin ) on: Oct 26, 2014

  • Ms. Reeves, (Bev), was one of my high school teachers. Her excellent teaching and genuine concern for her students was inspiring. As I journeyed through my own teaching career I often remembered the kind of teacher Ms. Reeves was and aspired to be a teacher like Ms. Reeves. My condolences to - Posted by: Bonnie Stacy (former student) on: Oct 26, 2014

  • I first got to know Bev several years ago through the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. She always brought a smile to our meetings and was always passionate about speaking out on issues she believed in. She'll be missed... - Posted by: Colin Craig (Colleague) on: Oct 26, 2014

  • You were always there. My 1st broken heart. You were there. My 1st baby. You were there. My 1st journey by car across the country with my sons, you were there. Painting my 1st home. You were there. Being our Mother's caregiver after the death of our father. You were there. Waiting with my family to see if my husband would survive after a serious illness. You were there. Oh how you will be missed. Rest in peace. Love you. - Posted by: Barbara Vermette (Sister) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • As a brother of four sisters I would have to say Bev (Sweetheart) was the one who always kept track of her siblings and would let you know (usually around the age of 50) with an album of your past. She will be sadly missed by all of us and especially our mother. Rest easy. D.K. - Posted by: Donald Reeves (Brother) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • Auntie Bev taught me how to play Reeves Rummy. I will miss her. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Rory Stringer (great niece) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • You were a great leader for the St. James Assiniboia Teachers and got us through some tough times. Thanks for everything you did for teachers and students. You were also a good mentor and friend. You will sorely be missed! - Posted by: Ray Desautels (Colleague and friend) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • I was very fortunate to have a chance to visit with my aunt in September and even though it was a short visit I'll always have those great memories. She was funny, smart and generous and we will all miss her very much. Rest well Auntie Bev. - Posted by: Laurie Stringer (Niece) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • Bev is my big "Sista". She taught me how to write in cursive with coloured pencils. She took me to Hawaii for my 16th birthday. She was there for the major events in my life. She genuinely cared about my children and husband. These are the things that I will remember and not the cancer she fought hard to beat. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Susan Grove (Sister) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • Bev will certainly be missed by everyone as she kept in touch with us all by email and loved the Xmas letters keeping us updated. Your in our thoughts and prayers as is all the family at this sad time. - Posted by: Marlene heaman (cousin) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • You were the best and of course my favorite cousin!!! - Posted by: Joan Donald(Morton) (Cousin) on: Oct 25, 2014

  • a classy person who helped, guided many in education - miss you - Posted by: Connie (friend) on: Oct 24, 2014

  • With a shock, I hear and read about the passing of my friend Beverly Reeves, a good friend of the family. It was Bev who gave a lengthy speech at my retiring from the St.James School Division.I have known her as a persistent verbal fighter for all kinds of her ideals giving unselfishly of her time and energy. Bev: You fought your last fight...may you rest in peace..... - Posted by: William Vandenberg (Teacher friend) on: Oct 24, 2014

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