Lorne Bewley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2018.

Lorne Bewley April 18, 1929 - April 5, 2018 Dr. Lorne ("Tag") Franklin Bewley passed mercifully away two weeks shy of his 89th birthday in Breton, Alberta. Lorne was the only child of parents Reginald and Evangeline Bewley who were married for 71 years. His keen sense of humour is sadly and lovingly missed by his wife of 26 years, Lucille Bewley, daughters Kristine MacKinnon, Karen (Ken) Macquisten, Jaye (Marc) Bewley, and by Macquisten grandchildren Michael (Shayna), Robert (Joy), Steven, Ali, and great grand-daughter Scottie. Born and raised in Edmonton, Lorne was a very successful practicing Optometrist and established numerous optometry dispensaries throughout Edmonton during his career. After graduating from the University of Toronto in 1952, Lorne bought Innes Optical from his father, and married Joyce Green in 1953. Lorne's professionalism, witty humour and kind ways made him very popular with his patients. He was an active Kinsmen Club of Edmonton member, and loved boating on the West Coast. Later in life he and Lucille shared many happy times, always close to water, at Mulhurst Bay (Pigeon Lake, AB), and Osoyoos, BC. "Grandad" was a novice magician and is famous in the family for teaching his grandchildren to fly. An avid bridge player, skier, story teller, wood-worker and businessman, Lorne lived life large. At Lorne's request there will be no service. His family will share his many hilarious stories at one of his favourite places, Bedwell Harbour, BC, later this year. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at the Breton Health Centre for their loving care the past 3 years.

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June 24, 2018

MaryAnn McMillan

End of a great era. I loved working for Dr B in the Meadowlark Dispensary and then as his assistant with his leasing company. He trusted me, a young 30 year old, to go to his bank and negoiate an increase in his loan as he undertook more leases . I will never forget his kindnesses towards me, my family and especially my mom Frankie MacNeill. They are all gone now Graham Moir, Frankie, Rick Riep and now Lorne Bewley. Truly a power house team if there ever was one. My deepest sympathies to his beloved family you have indeed lost a great man

April 17, 2018

Jim and Jan Macgregor

Sorry for your loss. Lorne shall be remembered for all the endeavours he organized and gave of his time

April 17, 2018

Shaunna

So sorry for your loss Jaye, and family... thinking of you.

April 16, 2018

Don Smith

Lucy, Kristy, Karen,& Jaye,
So saddened to hear today of the passing of Lorne. He was a mentor,teacher,guide and friend. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.
Don Smith

April 16, 2018

Claire Chaput

Lucy...so sorry to hear of your loss.
Lorne was a very fine man.
Your friend,
Claire Chaput

April 16, 2018

Mary Leonard

Thank you Lorne for many happy memories! With love.

April 15, 2018

"Heaven, we know, just got a little bit brighter - and funnier". We enjoyed years of cocktails and hilarious stories on the deck at the lake. When we remember Lorne, it will put warmth in our hearts and a smile on our face.
Much love,
Barb & Howie

April 14, 2018

Laura Calhoun

End of an era. The last of the Buds. Thinking about you three: Jaye, Karen and Kristy. Really wish we could have seen you for a proper send off to a man who was larger than life. He has a special spot in my heart.

April 13, 2018

So sorry for your loss, I was contract by Lorne to renovate the pigeon lake cabin. He always treat me fair and with a smile a true gentleman . I will cherish those memories.

Tim Papirnik

April 13, 2018

Lori Dehod

Jaye, My deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts during this difficult and sad time.

April 13, 2018

Marie Butts

So sorry for your loss, Lucy!

April 13, 2018

Ken Macquisten

Lorne was one of the greatest guys I have ever known. So full of wisdom, and the ultimate negotiator, whether in his business or his personal life. He had an uncanny ability to always see the issue from the other person's point of view. His stories are legendary, and he was a great entertainer of the family with his magician tricks, even having taught his grandchildren to fly. Never a complainer, Lorne enjoyed life to the fullest. He has been inspirational and a wonderful mentor of mine and I will miss him deeply.

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