Beverly Minnich

1940 - 2026

Jun 23, 1940 - Jan 3, 2026

Beverly Arlene (Laird) Minnich, 85, of Moundridge, KS, passed away on January 3, 2026. She was born on June 23, 1940, in Altoona, PA, to Nellie Sylvia (Logue) Laird and Earl Spurgeon Laird.

Beverly's early years were marked by challenge. Raised in a large family and later in foster care, she found her home and calling in the Bellwood Church of the Brethren during her high school years, first in the home of Alma Cherry and later in the home of Jack and Verna Carlin. Beverly's children would grow to know the Carlins as their grandparents.

After graduation, Beverly joined Brethren Volunteer Service, serving at Williamson Road Church of the Brethren in Roanoke, VA. During training at New Windsor, MD, she met Dale, the love of her life. They married on June 16, 1962. Their journey took them to communities across the country and to Quito, Ecuador. Beverly served in many district and local church leadership roles as youth leader, child care organizer, disaster child care worker, and Sunday school teacher.

Beverly was an excellent baker, known for her homemade breads, pies, cookies, and candies. She was feisty, fiercely loyal, and loving. Above all, she embodied hospitality, ensuring that all who crossed her threshold knew they were valued and loved.

Beverly is survived by her husband of 63 years, Dale E. Minnich; three children: David W. Minnich (Lynette), Susan I. Williams (Mark), and Paul D. Ullom-Minnich (Marla); five granddaughters; two sisters; and many nieces and nephews.

Cremation is planned. Arrangements are being handled by Moundridge Funeral Home, Moundridge, KS.