Beverly Jean Tardif

Beverly Jean (Higton) Tardif, aged 82, of Northfield, NH passed away on September 9, 2025. Beverly is survived by her husband Richard with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. She was a beloved mother to Karen (Leo) Roy, Kristine (Randall) Ricardy, Richard (Samara), Ryan and the late Kathleen. She was predeceased by sisters, Ann Gaiolos and Barbara Oakes. Beverly was born in Lawrence, MA and attended Lawrence High School. She is also survived by her sister Helene Frank, twelve grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and extended family.

Beverly was a lifelong animal lover and former proprietor of Pet Inn in Methuen, MA for twenty-five years. She enjoyed many years of raising and showing American Paint Horses and was a member of the New England Paint Horse Club. After moving to Northfield, NH she continued her passion of working with animals at Blackwater Veterinary Services of Salisbury, NH until her retirement. Beverly was well known for her wit, sense of humor and love of a good prank.

A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025, from 11AM to 1PM at the Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 243 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Beverly’s memory to the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, 217 Landing Road, Westbrook, ME 04092.