Beverly Ann Teng

Beverly Ann (Mertz) Teng, born June 16, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri, lived a vibrant and independent life marked by curiosity, resilience, and deep love for her family and the natural world.

An avid athlete, Bev spent many happy years on the tennis court, a game she loved for both its challenge and camaraderie. When she could no longer play tennis, she found a new passion in pickleball, embracing it with the same enthusiasm and competitive spirit. Sports kept her active and connected to friends throughout her life.

In her younger years, Bev and her beloved husband Jim shared a passion for travel and adventure. Together they explored much of Europe and China, creating memories that would last a lifetime. Their partnership was one of mutual support and exploration until Jim’s passing in 2020, after which Bev’s cherished dog, Baobei, became her constant companion and the focus of her daily life.

Bev had a deep appreciation for nature. She loved observing and filming the wildlife that surrounded her St. Louis home and later chose a home in Indianapolis that faced a large park, allowing her to continue enjoying the beauty and peace of the natural world from her own backyard. Capturing these moments on video brought her great joy.

A forward-thinking entrepreneur, Bev founded her own bookkeeping company, Compukeeping, in the mid-1980s. Using one of the first Compaq portable computers—famously the size of a suitcase—she built a successful business and demonstrated both determination and adaptability in an evolving technological era.

Bev will be remembered for her independence, warmth, and adventurous spirit. She is survived by her children, Melissa (Martin) Goetz and Brad Martin; her stepchildren, Stan Teng and Sylvia (Teng) Dickey; and her six grandchildren, Katie, Michael, Emily, Ethan, Sophia, and Miles, who will carry forward her legacy of curiosity, perseverance, and love.

She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.