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Beverly Bishop Obituary
Beverly was a resident of the Salinas Valley until she and the love of her life, Ed Bishop retired to Whitmore. Beverly was born in Salinas and graduated from North Salinas High School in 1963. During her time in Salinas she worked at J.C. Penney's as a Senior Merchandising Manager until her retirement in 1985. After retiring from J.C. Penney's, Beverly decided to stay at home to work on her arts and crafts, until she took a job with a local insurance agency. She then retired a second time when she and Ed decided to move to Whitmore.
She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and was an active member of the Whitmore community where she worked as a mail carrier, volunteered at the local library, was a member of the Moose Family Fraternity and the Whitmore Firecrackers, who are the supporting branch of the Whitmore Volunteer Fire Department.
She is survived by her husband, Ed Bishop of Whitmore; two sons, Danny Bishop of Fresno and Scott Bishop of Prunedale, two brothers, Bob Bailey and Terry Bailey; one sister, Sandra Onorato, Six grandchildren, Danielle, D.J., Dylan, Nathan, Grant, and Chance.
At 1 p.m. on September 6, 2008 there will be a celebration of Bev's life at the Whitmore Community Center.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Whitmore Firecrackers, P.O. Box 91, Whitmore, CA 96096
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Memories and Condolences
for Beverly Bishop
S. Renee Barnard
September 4, 2008
Bev was the first person I met upon moving to Whitmore. What a vivacious personality, she even would hug my turkeys, that is hard to find. She always had a "sparkle' in her eye & I will miss her very much. Bev was a true inspiration & friend to me. Miss you friend!!!
Tami and Rory Woods
September 3, 2008
Our dearest friend Bev will be missed greatly. I will always remember my friend as a vivacious, outspoken, lovely woman who adored her family.
Beverly and my husband were battling the same issues together. She not only inspired him, but gave him courage, and strength and for that we will always be thankful. To Ed, Scott and Danny we will always be here for you. All our love, Rory and Tami and Shyanne.
Jerry & Carol Hedin
September 2, 2008
Eddie & family,
Jerry and I will treasure all the wonderful memories we have of our time spent with you and Bev; the Lewiston camping trips, Hawaii, treking on the Oregon beaches, traveling to conventions across the country. Thirty years of good times!
We will always see her as a positive, "upbeat" influence for everyone she knew. She will be missed. We send love and hugs to each one of you.
Jerry & Carol
Gail Shaffer
September 2, 2008
Dear Ed and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. Although we have been gone from Whitmore for quite awhile, I still like to consider Whitmore HOME!! Bev was a reason for so many happy 'Whitmore memories'.
God Bless you all.
Gail & Bob Shaffer
Lori Waldkirch
August 31, 2008
What a joy it is to have called Bev my friend. From Whitmore events to yoga,she touched so many of our lives. She is truly a "Whitmore Diamond" and one that has shared her brilliant smiles and laughter with all of us. We are all better human beings from knowing her.
Laurie Marcellus
August 29, 2008
Ed and family,
The world is a darker place without Bev. Our family feels lucky and blessed to have known her. Our thoughts are with you.
Jim, Laurie, Jordan, Annie Marcellus
Terry & Jeri Johnson
August 29, 2008
Ed and Family,
How rich our lives have been knowing Bev. She was a wonderful person, a great neighbor - we couldn't have ordered a better one - and a special friend. She had the rare ability to make us feel like we were her best friends - as we're sure she did with all she knew. The best way to describe her is SPARKLE. What a big hole she left in our lives and community. Our hearts ache with yours.
Love, Terry and Jeri
Scott Bishop
August 27, 2008
Dear mom i will miss the phone calls we hade.most of all i will miss you. I am very sad that you had to go but i know that you are in abetter place.God got a very special mom. P.S MOM I LOVE YOU SCOTT
Art & Gayle Tilles
August 27, 2008
Bev brought warmth and acceptance to every event she attended. And no one could match her attendance record. We will miss her
The Nicora Family
August 27, 2008
Our deepest and heart felt sympathies to Ed and his family. I can still see her sparkling eyes, her fierce determination, and the tilt of her head laughing. Her legacy lives on in everyone she touched. It was our privilege to know her.
Bill and Jo Dee Krebs
August 26, 2008
Our sincere condolence to the Bishop family for the loss of a wife, a mother and a friendly nice person.
Whitmore calif. would be a difficult trip for us this time of the year to pay our respect. But we will be there in spirit.
Danny Bishop
August 26, 2008
To my mother you are my inspiration for life, you have taught me right from wrong , I will always remember our talks. Love you and Miss you
your Son
Virginia Tracy
August 26, 2008
What an inspiration Bev was, with her upbeat attitude and positive personality. She will not be forgotten. My sympathies go to her husband Ed, family and friends.
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