Beverly B. Balch

Dear Jeff, Marilyn, Debbie, Mikayla & Betsy - Bev was my first real "crush," when I was probably 11 or 12. That was when the Showell and Breed kids were thick as thieves on Sheep Island. I used to sit with her on the front porch of the cottage on Sheep Island while she had her breakfast. I´d already eaten, but I couldn´t wait to see her. The kids used to play store together with a little plywood storefront Charlie and Marilyn rigged up. Those were idyllic days from my youth that won´t be...

Dear Jeff, Mikayla and Betsy, I am so very sorry to hear this devastating news. Beverly was one of the kindest people I've ever met. We first met when Betsy and Logan were taking gymnastics in Norwich--when they were 4! Her smile was simply transcendent. May her memory be a blessing. Pace e ben, Jan Scheiner, Peter Mills and the whole family.

I am so very sorry for your family´s loss. I never had a contact with Bev without getting a big smile from her. She will be missed

My deepest condolences, Jeff and family. Wishing you peace and comfort.

Jeff & Family, So sorry about Bev. Our thoughts and Prayes are with you.

Have not seen you in many years. RIP will see you on the other side. Doug & Joyce Dennis Marianna, Fl.

I first met Beverly around 2005 when she was in a pivotal life moment. At that time, she became an incredible addition to the Ray School special education team. For the next 15 plus years, Beverly kept our department ship legally afloat with her clerical strengths. She dismissed our encouragement to get fully certified, being a humble one, but really she was that good. She pursued specialized literacy training that made her even more invaluable, as she stretched our intervention capacity...

I enjoyed getting to know Beverly and she will be missed. Her skill set is was rare and very important to me as I began a new job. My thoughts go out to her family and loved ones.