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Beverly Garland Obituary
Garland died Friday at her Hollywood Hills home after a lengthy illness, her son-in-law Packy Smith told the Los Angeles Times.
Garland made her film debut in the 1950 noir classic "D.O.A.," launching a 50-year career that included 40 movies and dozens of television shows.
She gained cult status for playing gutsy women in low-budget exploitation films such as "The Alligator People" and a number of Roger Corman movies including "Gunslinger," "It Conquered the World" and "Naked Paradise."
"I never considered myself very much of a passive kind of actress," she said in a 1985 interview with Fangoria magazine. "I was never very comfortable in love scenes, never comfortable playing a sweet, lovable lady."
Garland showed her comedic chops as Bing Crosby's wife in the short-lived sitcom "The Bing Crosby Show" in the mid-'60s.
She went on to be cast in "My Three Sons" as the second wife of MacMurray's widower Steve Douglas during the last three seasons of the popular series that aired from 1960 to 1972.
Her television credits also include "Remington Steele," ''Scarecrow and Mrs. King," ''Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," ''Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" and "7th Heaven."
Garland was born Beverly Fessenden in Santa Cruz, Calif., in 1926, and grew up in Glendale. She became Beverly Garland when she married actor Richard Garland. They were divorced in 1953 after less than four years of marriage.
In 1960, she married real estate developer Fillmore Crank, and the couple built a mission-style hotel in North Hollywood, now called Beverly Garland's Holiday Inn. Garland, whose husband died in 1999, remained involved in running the North Hollywood hotel.
She was the honorary mayor of North Hollywood and served on the boards of the California Tourism Corp. and the Greater Los Angeles Visitors and Convention Bureau.
Copyright © 2008 The Associated Press
136 Entries
Clem hicks
March 1, 2024
What a doll
benjamin wallace
February 27, 2024
Loved her in Gunsmoke. Dad loved her as...Casey(He said). both are gone and sorely missed. Her 1982, Him 1989
Mike Gale
February 16, 2020
I just watched decoy the series from end to end,she was fantastic,very natural now looking at her other work my best regards....
Renay Horn
December 31, 2019
She was a great active she will be miss l still watch the show god bless
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Dale Grays
November 23, 2019
She was very beautiful and very talented actress U enjoyed her in her dramas on TV series in the late 50s Great Dramas
Malcolm James
October 24, 2019
A wonderful beautiful film and television star.
EMILIE ILLE
March 23, 2019
BEVERLY GARLAND, A MEMORABLE FACE, A BEAUTIFUL ACTOR!
scotty larimer
February 24, 2018
love you on my 3 son
Marianna Ruah
January 7, 2017
I want to say that Beverly Garland had a face of such extraordinary beauty.She had the entire package.Beauty and talent.I watch you on Pub D Hub,the Fox Movie Channel, and on YouTube.
Marianna Ruah
January 7, 2017
Thanks for a wonderful array of television and cinema memories.
March 26, 2016
Meri Cunning
March 26, 2016
What a beautiful , real woman, a bit rough around the edges and totally assertive and classy. Love her in "my three sons". Fred MacMurray should have been so lucky in real life.
Russs
December 9, 2015
I'm watching "It's My Turn" as I'm writing this. A beautiful talented actress who will live on in my heart for as long as I'm around.
Russ
mike Yodd
July 18, 2015
I troughs. You were great in everything you did.. Beautiful woman Give everyone in your movies time to take a minute to forget about the the problems in liif, You were a great and beautiful actor,,!, Mike. From. KENTUCKY
Steve Proctor
January 14, 2015
To this day, Not of this Earth is my favorite old sci if film. If she was ever in a movie, I knew she would make it FAR better than it otherwise would have been. Her presence classed every picture she was in. She is greatly missed!
Carl Loud
June 8, 2014
Just finished watching the episode 'Smoke Screen' an episode from the TV series 'The Fugitive' where she played a nurse who was part of a fire fighting support team. I most remember her as most others do from her days on 'My Three Sons' playing the role of Mrs. Steven Douglas. A very pretty lady and talented actress.
Tonya Iiames
April 3, 2014
Blessings to you and your family Beverly.
Kathy & Buddy & Our Cat Family
November 1, 2013
Beautiful lady and actress....we love you and you will always be Barbara Douglas to us....thanks for the beautiful, autographed photo....a treasure forever....will always remember her beautiful eyes....prayers for family.
Darlene Youmans McKinney
September 10, 2013
A special thank you to you and Mr. Crank for the great memories.
September 10, 2013
Working for you and your family in the early 70's brings back fond memories. I still think of you often. In my eyes you were always a "class act". I'll see you and Mr. Crank down the road someday.
Darlene Youmans McKinney
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Neil Daikai
April 23, 2013
I still have the obiturary of beverly from the Sacramento Bee.. i was a room service waiter for her hotel in sacto... i was one of the waiter who served Beverly and Fillmore... that job was still my fondest memories.. i still talk about the hotel.. it actualy was my favorite job to this day!!!
Richard Owen
March 3, 2013
Rest In Peace, Ms. Garland. See You On The Other Side Some Beautiful Day.
Craig Richards
February 4, 2013
I love the 50's Noir and Sci-Fi Genre. Beverly was one of the best. Still gives me great enjoyment to this day. She will be missed.
julius
January 12, 2013
Pretty woman
Donna Bauer
June 27, 2012
I thoroughly enjoyed watching Beverly on my 3 sons...Those were my favorite episodes then and still to this day..
Tim Price
February 27, 2012
To the family of Beverly Garland i watched you in a few things love your smile on My three sons and scarecrow and Mrs King.i am deeply sadden too hear of your passing.
Carolyn Hughes-Brumfield
September 25, 2011
To Beverly Garland's Family. I have watched this lovely lady throughout the years on every part that she has played, and still enjoy watching. She continues to give joy in many homes. Was very sad too hear of her passing. »R.I.P. Beverly Garland« love you.
JamesR Smiley
September 9, 2011
Enjoyed watching her in various westerns such as "Gunslinger" and as guest spot on "Gunsmoke", strong voice and character but a lady no less. Rest in Peace, another memory of Hollywood passing in our lives.
Mimi Rubinelli
September 7, 2011
Dear Family Beverly was supper I liked her in My 3 Sons what a wonderful woman she was I loved My 3 Sons I was too young but I knew it well I am sorry what the Family's go thrue when they lose there love ones. Mimi
mimi rubinelli
August 29, 2011
Too the Family of dear sweet Beverly I will never for get her smile from My 3 Sons I was age 3 at the time even younger but shire snuff my Mother put me in a playpen wile she clean house & I watch My 3 Aons. Mimi
Nicholas V. Gamvas
April 7, 2011
MAY YOUR MEMORY BE ETERNAL!
Ralph Charles
December 14, 2010
I grew up watching you through out my life, you were so great. You will be missed.
Jd Pugh
August 24, 2010
Rest in peace Beverly.
I loved watching Scarecrow and Ms.king.
What a very telated woman you will sadly
Be missed
Gil Loera
May 22, 2010
Rest in peace Beverly! I loved all your movies. You made us all stare at the monsters while you screamed countless times! I loved you in a horror movie called "The Alligator People" with Lon Chaney. I have the dvd and play it over and over whenever I can on the widescreen.
What a star!
Gil Loera (Mission Hills, California)
January 24, 2010
To Beverly Garland
I thought you were a great actress. I thought you did a great job playing Fred MacMurray's t.v. wife on the sitcom My Three Sons. My prayers are with you. Lisa Weiner
DARYL WEINBRANDT
July 18, 2009
I SO ADMIRED her wit & her SPUNK as she was a PLEASURE to watch. A LOVELY/BEAUTIFUL woman indeed.
Julie Conway
April 22, 2009
God bless and keep this soft and gentle women for us until we all meet again. She was wonderful as a TV Mom with her calming voice. Her smile speaks for her inner beauty. We will keep her in our memories and in our hearts. My condolences to her family, friends and fans. Beverly will truly be missed by all.
Ron Eden
January 3, 2009
I met Beverly at her hotel as I also own a Holiday Inn. She was not only a great actress, but a very nice person. Her two kids at the motel are also great. THANKS FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT BEV !!!
Jackie Fields
December 28, 2008
I always loved Beverly as an actress, but my favorite recollection of her was as a regular on Mike Stokey's "Stump the Stars". She used to get so intense when playing the charades game, that she would usually kick off her stillettoes, and play in her stocking feet. At the end of the show, Ross Martin would play keep away with her heels.
monique klicko
December 20, 2008
I just found out about ms. garland's death yesterday, and I am so saddened by it. I just loved her. I think her "realness" came through her acting, and she was just someone I always wanted to meet, and now will not get the change. She just exuded confidence and happiness. You could always see that. Another classy, wonderful, old-time actress that has left us.
Victoria B.
December 17, 2008
You were such a beautiful woman. You will be greatly missed.
thomas MITCHELL
December 17, 2008
MET BEVERLY AND FILLMORE IN 1972 WHEN THEY OPENED THE HOTEL AND STAYED FRIENDS EVER SINCE, YOU WILL BE MISSED, THANKS FOR BEING YOU
TOM MITCHELL LA, CA
Charles Campbell
December 16, 2008
I saw Mrs. Garland at a film festival in Memphis,Tn. about 10 years ago. I did not talk to her yet I wished I had. Now it is too late. Her booth was next to Troy Donahue and he is gone too soon also. Two booths away from Mrs. Garland was Ric Jason of COMBAT. Mrs. Garland was always a joy to view on the Television. May God Bless
Kimberly White
December 15, 2008
Ms. Garland,
You will be sorely missed and your family will be in my prayers. You were a consummate professional and a lovely individual. The Good Lord has received another angel.
Franci Carpenter
December 12, 2008
I worked at her hotel for 7 years and she was very involved in how it ran. She was very kind to everyone there. When I was in PBX I answered the phone "thank you for calling Beverly Garands Holiday Inn at Universal Studios, how may I direct your call?"...she said" I can't remember, but that was good, do you say that every time?" I told her yes and she said keep up the good work! That is how she was...funny. I hope that is how she would want to be remembered because anyone that could make work funny is my hero. We loved you Beverly!
Wayne Lawless
December 12, 2008
The late actor Barry Brown, who passed away in 1978 at the age of 28, always would tell me that Beverly Garland was his favorite actress. He was associated with the book, "Scream Queens". I remember both of them fondly. Wayne Lawless
Margaret Peters
December 12, 2008
A very distinguished lady, and very professional. My condolences to her family.
JOANN STALANS
December 11, 2008
SHE WAS A GREAT LADY. JOANN STALANS
Richard Guild
December 11, 2008
i always watches my three sons when beverly starred on the show she was a fine actor and this place we call earth will sorely miss her thank you for your time here with us
Beverly Bishop
December 11, 2008
Such a wonderful actress and her role playing of a mother on screen made many of us want a mother much like her...May her family members know she will always be admired for her talents and the laughter and love she brough to this world when we needed it. Bless each of you...
Gary Smith
December 11, 2008
Years ago when I was a travel agent working in San Diego I made one of the first bookings at the Beverly Garland Hotel in North Hollywood. Beverly sent me a thank you note and an autographed photo which I still have and cherish. She was always my favorite Fifties movie actress.
December 10, 2008
we were very sorry to hear that mrs beverly.passed away. we loved all of her movies. REGGIE AND GLADYS OF PINETOPS NC.
Beth Oliver
December 10, 2008
She was a lovely lady and a wonderful actress. I enjoyed watching her in many shows as I grew up. My condolences go to her family, friends and to her fans.
Linda
December 10, 2008
To the family of Beverly Garland,
My deepest sympathy for your loss of such a great actress.
I just loved her acting abilities on My Three Sons and other programs that she was in.
Jaye Lynn
December 10, 2008
I am so shocked over the death of Beverely Garland. She was a oustanding actress and I loved her role in My Three Sons as Steves husband. More heart goes out to her and her family she will be greatly missed. I just lost my mom Nov 7th 2008 due to bile duct cancer. So, I know how her family must feel.
Linda Lopez
December 10, 2008
She is an "A" actress in my childhood and adult memories. I knew if she was in the movie, it would be entertaining and certainly worth watching. My condolences to her family and fans.
Donald Easley
December 10, 2008
I first saw Beverly Garland in an episode of "NAVY LOG" in the 1950s. She was a fine actress. Heaven will be a better place, with her there. May God bless her.
December 10, 2008
My dad liked Ms. Garland so much that whenever she was on TV mom would say to him " your girlfriend's on." We all knew what that meant.
She may have appeared in "B" movies, but she was an "A" actress. I hope her family knows how much she was respected and liked and that many have and will miss her.
Margaret Miller
December 10, 2008
She was a great actress..will miss her.
Margaret Miller
Stephen Richer
December 10, 2008
To the friends and family of Beverly and Fillmore:
Beverly was just the greatest!
As the spokesperson for the National Tour Association, Beverly literally moved thousands to enjoy their lives on escorted tours and improve their health, too.
Her humor and smile were unmatched. Having had the pleasure to serve with her on a couple of small committees, each meeting was a life defining moment from all the laughter that resulted.
Both she and Fillmore will be missed and held in our hearts forever.
May her memory be a blessing to all. May she and Fillmore enjoy their eternal rest in peace together again.
Steve Richer
Public Affairs Advocate
National Tour Association
Kim Hyback
December 10, 2008
I was absolutely shocked to find out Beverly passed away. I met her a couple years ago and she was so vibrant. I thought she would live forever. I can't express how sorry I am that she is not with us anymore. My deepest condolences to her family. I will miss her very much. Thank you so much for all the wonderful movies, Bev. The world is a poorer place now and heaven enriched for your presence.
Dottie Maitland
December 10, 2008
Beverly stood out as a role model not only in her industry as an actress, but in the tourism industry as our representative. Her integrity and honesty remained constant. Her smile and laughter remains in our hearts. Traveling with Beverly was a hoot and I will cherish the time she spent with me in Montana. All the pictures reflect her giving to others which was her trademark. Our lives are blessed by Beverly and may we all put a little bit of Beverly in our lives as we deal with life's challenges. May God Bless the family and may you take comfort in knowing how many people loved Beverly.
Noma Jackson Knopp
December 10, 2008
To The Garland Family;
I am so sorry for your loss, she was a great actress of mine, she will be sadly miss.
[email protected]
Maurice Overway
December 10, 2008
I have a collection of 1950s movies and loved her in them . May God bless her family ant this time.
Lisa Simon
December 9, 2008
To Beverly's Family,
As you know, Beverly Garland served as the spokesperson for the National Tour Association from 1980 into the early '90s -- lending her celebrity to promote the joy of traveling. We, at NTA and throughout the tour and travel industry, owe her a debt of gratitude for the years of dedicated service she 'gave back.' She was a gifted actress and a wise business woman -- and extremely fun to travel with. We wanted you to know how important she was in all walks of her life -- we will miss her dearly.
Lisa Simon, NTA
SANDRA LOWERY
December 9, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I remember watching Miss Garland on My Three Sons when I was growing up. She was one of my favorite characters on the show.Thank you Beverly for some really great memories . I'M VERY SORRY..GOD BLESS YOU!
Steven Jackson
December 9, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Eileen
December 9, 2008
You will be missed. Loved watching you on My Three Sons.
Shirley Willoughby
December 9, 2008
Was sorry to hear of Beverly's passing loved watching her on MY Three Sons. Rest in Peace.
pinkey barnum
December 9, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
patricia hammock
December 9, 2008
You will be greatly miss. Rested in peace. May GOD be with the family.
Duane Betz
December 9, 2008
Thanks Beverly. For all the great memories. Rest in Peace forever.
Tom Lease
December 9, 2008
Not only was Beverly a great actress, she was a perfect example of a successful businesswoman. She really understood tourism and all the work it took to develop good relations with tour operators, the travel media and above all, the customer.
Thank you for giving so much of yourself to so many friends you made along the way, Beverly.
Barb Kleiss
December 9, 2008
Team Illinois had the pleasure of hosting a dinner at the Beverly Garland Hotel while at the National Tour Association Convention in 2002. Ms. Garland was such a beautiful and gracious host and I am so thankful I had the chance to meet her and spend a very enjoyable evening with her. My condolences to the family and I am sure she will be missed. My prayers are with you all.
Janie Lawson
December 9, 2008
I met Ms. Garland a few years ago when we had an event in her hotel. She was so friendly and genuine. I always loved her in "my three sons" and was suprised to see how charming she was as a person. It is a memory that will not soon escape me. My condolences to her family.
Gregory Sawyer
December 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Ms Garland is one of my favorite actresses. I became a fan the very first time I saw her. Just so beautiful. My prayers are with you
Maureen Monteiro
December 9, 2008
Please accept my condolences.
I enjoyed watching her films and appearances on tv.
May she find peace from pain.
sincerely-
Marilyn Ripley
December 9, 2008
I'll always remember the night she walked on the TV set with her Russian Grandmother she brought to America. It took a lot of red tape, but her persistence paid off. She was such a great lady! I feel blessed to have such great memories of her.
Blessings to all of her family and friends.
Scott
December 9, 2008
I am so very sorry to hear of Beverly's passing. May God's promise to bring an end to death and pain comfort you at this time.
(Revelation 21:4) And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
Alice Wodarek
December 9, 2008
Thanks for the Memories.
A Loving Daughter
December 9, 2008
Garland Family,
When death separates family members, such great loss can result in deep sorrow. May God who sees your tears, comfort and strengthen you in this time of such deep sorrow.
God's words promise a time will come when He(God) will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
With deep Sympathy
Pauline Hicks
December 8, 2008
I'll always remember Beverly on ''My Three Sons.'' She was a great actress.
Shelia Johnson
December 8, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I love watching rerun of the show. During these times the bible can give us much comfort. Please when you have a moment read 2 Corinthians 1: 3, 4.
donna williams
December 8, 2008
what a sad loss. i remember growing up and watching her on tv. may God bless the family and know that Beverly will always be missed.
Kathleen Scott
December 8, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Fans
December 8, 2008
To the Garland Family:
The world has lost yet another actress who had a joy of making people smile when they took part of a character set. Beverly will be missed by all.
May you find strength in God, who promises to be with us during our times of distress. He promises to comfort us through the many promises that are recorded in his word the bible.
While we will all will miss her perky smile and sincere sense of humor, we can look forward to the time when joy will be abundant on a righteous, peaceful earth -- Ps 37:9-11
Take Care,
Maria Schiavo
December 8, 2008
What a beauty Beverly was. She also possessed a certain charm about her. May she rest in peace! GOD bless!
ginny hunter
December 8, 2008
'Go into that Good Night, Ms. Garland'.... God bless you for all the wonderful roll modeling you did for the 50's and 60's generations. I think all little girls looked up to you, I know I did. Thank you. Now you are an Angel.
GHunter (Jennings, FL)
New Orleans, LA
December 8, 2008
From an admirer. Rest in peace, beautiful lady.
William Dearing
December 8, 2008
Beverly, Classmate of Noth Phoenix High School, Class of 1945, you made our Hall of Fame and on to National Fame. Our Class Reunions will never be the same without you.
You were always a Class Act!
Frank Haverstock
December 8, 2008
A truly GOOD actress as well as beautiful.I grew up watching her on screen alot.Her kind aren't in Hollywood anymore.we will miss you
always.a devoted fan...FH Seattle ,Wn
Angela Carter
December 8, 2008
I Loved you In the Gun Smoke episodes and other TV. shows. May you rest in peace now and for evermore.
Gerald Schmidt
December 8, 2008
I have always enjoyed Miss Garland's work in 'My Three Sons', and I especially enjoyed her work in the recurring role she had on '7th Heaven', one of my favorite family dramas. Miss Garland's talents will truly be missed. Rest In Peace.
Marcy Swecker
December 8, 2008
I grew up watching "My Three Sons" reruns. I have also saw her in many of the films listed. She was a wonderful actress, and she made her audience feel as if you were in the part with her.
carole lewis anderson
December 8, 2008
My deep sympathy to the family.
Trip B
December 8, 2008
The tourism community has lost a dear friend. She will always be remembered for her enthusiasm and commitment that she gave to her colleagues in the hospitality industry.
Thank you Beverly.
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