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Charlotte BEECH Obituary

Published by Saskatoon StarPhoenix from Nov. 17 to Nov. 20, 2012.

CHARLOTTE EDITH BEECH
MAY 6, 1914 - NOVEMBER 15, 2012
On Thursday November 15, 2012 Charlotte Edith Beech passed away peacefully in her 98th year at Central Haven Nursing home. Charlotte is survived by her three daughters: Joy (Tim), Joan (Joe) and Judy, ten grandchildren: Darren McInnes, Barry (Laurie) McInnes, Dwight McInnes (Sharon), Keri (Trevor) Humphries, Dennis (Marilyn)Palmer, Rhonda Palmer (Darcy), Kevin Palmer, Colleen (Mike) Gibson, Hali (Dale) McLean, Devon (Jenny) Sandvold, as well as, twenty- three great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Charlotte is predeceased by her parents: Edith and William Tilbury, husband Fred, sister Lena Higgins, brother in law Norris Higgins, nephew Donald Higgins, Grandson-in-law Blair Dietz, and Granddaughter-in-law Sherri McInnes. Charlotte was born and raised in Dunblane, Saskatchewan where she received her education, met and married Fred and raised three daughters.
Mom and Dad enjoyed 38 years of marriage. In her earlier years, Mom and Dad opened their home to railroad workers, school teachers and men working on the South Saskatchewan Dam project. This meant endless hours of cooking, cleaning and laundering. She would be fondly remembered by the borders as a fantastic cook! Not only did mom extend warm hospitality to others she also took great pride in her home and herself. Described by many as a "classy lady!" Shortly after retirement Mom and Dad moved to Saskatoon where the next phase of life began…. Grandparenting! She rarely missed a dance recital or hockey game for the next 25 years!
For many years mom looked forward to boarding the VIA rail passenger train in the wee hours of the night to spend time with Joan, her grandchildren and her friends in Petersfield, MB. In 1978 Dad passed away- Mom faced this change with her usual grace, always positive and consistent, but now as a widow. Mom continued to attend or watch on TV every sporting event going (especially the Roughriders). She began carpet bowling, joined Gateway Theatre, attended Knit and Knatter, and crocheted or made quilts for her family. She travelled abroad with her sister Lena, never taking for granted the simplicities of life such as tending to her house plants, enjoying a cup of tea with neighbours or a glass of white wine with family. Mom caught her first fish when she was 90 years of age!
Church has been a part of her life for many years. She attended Sunday school and church faithfully. At age 13 she became the church and school organist/pianist. In Saskatoon, she became a member of Mayfair United Church congregation. Mom always had TIME. Time to listen, to support and inquire about your day. She was non judgemental never saying an ill word about others and she was humble. Most of us strive to be good people – she did it naturally! How blessed we have been to have such an inspiring beauty among us for so many years. A special "Thank You" to Central Haven Nursing home. From the consistent, kind kitchen staff to the nursing staff and Aides to the cleaning, recreation and laundry staff throughout the last five years "Thank You" for making Mom as comfortable as possible- your efforts did not go unnoticed! To Patti and Rosa: just knowing you were there when we couldn't be meant a lot to us! Thank you so very much!
A Service of Remembrance will be held at Mayfair United Church (902 33rd St. West) on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. with interment of cremains to follow at Woodlawn cemetery. If desired, a donation be made with Charlotte's name to the Children's Hospital Foundation Of Saskatchewan (Suite 1-345 3rd Ave S Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M6. Condolences may be sent to [email protected]. Arrangements have been entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME (244-5577).

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November 15, 2013

Deb Walker

we remember her so fondly as well.
peace and love to you all.

November 15, 2013

Judy Sandvold

In Loving Memory of a Wonderful Mother. I will Love you and miss you always.

November 13, 2013

Keri Humphries

Such an inspiration- We are all so fortunate that she blessed and guided our lives in her quiet ways...not a day goes by that I don't think of all the fond memories she gave me!

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November 25, 2012

Mary Anne Hoenmans

Dear Joy & Family,
Your mom was a Lady. I so enjoyed my time with her, often she made my day. I would find myself looking forward to seeing Charlotte. Your mom enjoyed her many visits with you. Happy telling me about a recent visit with a smile or a chuckle. Especially thinking of you at this time.
Mary Anne Hoenmans

November 23, 2012

Joy & family
Our thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of a wonderful lady. She will be missed.
Audrey & Orest Woroniuk

November 22, 2012

Charlotte was such a sweet lady, I was given the honor to care for her the past year at Central Haven. Her smile would warm me from the inside out every time I walked into her room. Joy I will miss your sweetness as well.
xoxox Melanie Walters

November 21, 2012

Velda Sjovold

Our thoughts are with you as you celebrate your mom, grandmother, greatgrandmother's life and remember such a special lady. We have wonderful memories of her.
Verna, Blair, Velda Corrigan & Families

November 20, 2012

Iris & Laurie Burnett

Judy and family, we would like to express our sympathy in the loss of your mother. We know all of you will miss her.

November 19, 2012

So sorry for the loss of "Gi Gi" she will be missed. Sending Hugs to you.

Shelly Matileg and Family

November 18, 2012

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November 18, 2012

bobby bent

what a wonderful lady and friend, my famly moved to Dunblane in 1936, and i always remeber the big smile,and was so happy her and Fred married.I bought my first car from them in 1941,our last get together was in 1993 at the Dunblane reunion in Saskatoon.much love to her children

November 18, 2012

From Barb Higgins She was a wonderful awsome lady we loved her dearly and will always be in our hearts an alots of happy memories of her

November 18, 2012

Marj Romuld & Family

Hope that memories of happier times with your Mom, Grand and Great Grandma bring you peace and comfort. She was a true lady filled with love, interest and concern for others.

November 18, 2012

What a wonderful tribute to a very special lady. My mother (Laura Lee) spent many happy times with Charlotte. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Diane Fredriksen

November 17, 2012

Glenda Roy

Joy,Joan,Judy&Families
Our Sympthy in the passing of Charlotte what a full life she lived.You will have many chershed memories.You are in our thoughts.

November 17, 2012

lynne&fred miller

Wishing we could be with you at this time. we have many great memories of your mom. what an exceptional lady. Our condolences to the family. R.I.P.

November 17, 2012

Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Lois and Jack Anderson

November 17, 2012

My Sympathy in your time of gtief

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