1930 - 2024
Peacefully at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice, surrounded by family on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 just 20 days shy of her 94th birthday.
Special friend of Noel Paul. Predeceased by her husbands Lorne Gagnon (1987) and Jack Mearow (1996). Loving mother of Peter Mearow (Laurie). Proud grandmother of Mick (Mel) and Samantha, great grandmother of Aislinn, Ella, Alex and Eris. Cherished aunt of Colleen Laliberte (Mike) and Alona Nelson (Glenn). Special aunt of many nieces and nephews. Dear sister of George (late Shirley) of California. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Lena Ballstadt. She will be remembered by her church family and numerous friends she met along the way.
Bea enjoyed her many hobbies, cross country skiing, square dancing, travelling the world, time at her cottages in Prince and Ranger Lake. She was the kindest, gentle and most caring soul.
Family and friends are invited to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East, 705-759-2522) on Friday, September 13, 2024 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Funeral service to follow at 1:00 pm. Rev. Glen Eagle officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations (payable by cheque or online) to Sault Area Hospital Foundation, ARCH or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the family.
The family would like to thank the Dr's and staff at the SAH, and the incredible staff at ARCH for their wonderful care and compassion.
"Go secure in the knowledge that every life you touched, benefitted from meeting you."