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Beverly Beyette Graber

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Neptune Society - Sherman Oaks

15165 Ventura Blvd

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Beverly Graber Obituary

Beverly Beyette Graber, age 91, passed away on December 20, 2024. Beverly is survived by her son, Brett Bennett, stepson David Graber, and David's two children Emma and Nicolas Graber. In addition to being a loving and supportive member of her family, Beverly was also a distinguished journalist and author who, over many decades, interviewed luminaries such as Rosa Parks, the Beatles, Ronald and Nancy Reagan, Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter, and many others. Beverly Graber began her long journalistic career with The San Diego Union and then became a staff writer for over 30 years at The Los Angeles Times. Beverly wrote a column called "Around Town" and journeyed all around the world while writing for the Times' travel section. She co-wrote the best-selling book "Brain Lock" with Dr. Jeffrey M. Schwartz for people who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder. The book, first published in 1996 and updated in 2016, is still in print and has helped thousands.
Beverly loved to help others and contribute to her community. After retiring from the Times, she worked as a volunteer at the Getty Center, St. John's Hospital, The Skirball Center, Los Angeles International Airport, and the Annenberg Community Beach House. Her family and friends will remember Beverly fondly as a classy, intelligent, and warm individual who touched the lives of many.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Dec. 29, 2024.

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James Bristol

February 16, 2026

Beverly was my client I was her hair stylist she was always fun to talk to so intelligent so worldly she taught me how to view the world with my eyes wide open I will miss her terribly I remember the concert we went to at the bowl to see Pink Martini I remember the great restaurants we went to and grabbing lunch in small little places around where I worked we used to talk about her volunteering and all the wild crazy people that walked into her life including me she loved her family always talked about them and especially her son that lived next door to her I'll miss her very much she loved her Bridge games Godspeed my angel I'll miss you not having you in my life

Beverly Mcelroy

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Beverly Foster McElroy

May 29, 2025

I will always be proud to have been named after this wonderful person and my mother´s best friend. Blessings to you always

Estelle and Jerry Beigel

January 9, 2025

We are shocked and so very sad to learn that Beverly passed away. We met in our complex and for more than 6 years we played bridge with Beverly every Friday evening, taking turns hosting, sharing stores, great desserts and every day challenges... But above all, her friendship, style and calm, serene nature will be remembered.
We are thankful to have known her.

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Estelle and Jerry Beigel

January 9, 2025

We are shocked and so very sad to learn that Beverly passed away. For more than six years we played bridge with Bev every Friday evening, taking turns hosting, sharing stories, great desserts and every day challenges. We'll miss her friendship, her calm serene nature, impeccable style and intelligence. Our condolences to her family. This is a great loss.

Tina G

January 2, 2025

Brett
I was deeply saddened to hear about your mom´s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. She was such a remarkable person, and her kindness and warmth touched so many lives. She was my neighbor and my Bridge partner, very classy, well dressed and attractive lady.

AD Wahl

January 2, 2025

Condolences on behalf of the Wahl Family. Marie Wahl - 2013, and Bud Wahl - 2024, my parents, were old-time friends in Coronado. We had so many years of fun together with "Auntie B."

Juliette B McCullough

December 30, 2024

Classy, intelligent and warm perfectly sum her up. Her passing is a great loss. What a truly lovely woman. Love to all the family.

Barbara White

December 29, 2024

This gracious and humble lady, Beverly, was always delightful at the family holiday parties in Northern California. She is missed. My sincere condolences to Brett and my cousins.

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Bonnie Weston

December 24, 2024

Aunt Beverly was a lovely, gracious, welcoming, and wonderfully fun person to be with. She was a hostess who made everything seem effortless and a travel companion who made plans gone awry seem part of the adventure. I feel so fortunate to have had her in my life.

Perrin

December 23, 2024

Beverly was my beloved aunt-Auntie B. She was elegant, witty, and above all, authentic in all the best ways. Brett, her son and my cousin, asked me recently if his mother had inspired me. The answer is yes. In every way she inspired me by her example and her kindness. I will miss her. Always.

Perrin, Chase, and Em Coman

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Liz Weston

December 23, 2024

Beverly was so much fun to be with, and to travel with. She joined us for a month in Paris 10 years ago, and taught us by example how to really enjoy the city: not by rushing from site to site, but by wandering the streets, stopping in a cafe, soaking it all in. Auntie B was the best and she will be so missed.

Brett Bennett

December 23, 2024

She was my mother and I miss her so much. My heart is filled with gratitude and love for her.

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