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Lois Beumer Obituary

Lois F. Beumer BLYTHEWOOD - Lois F. Beumer, 73, of Blythewood, passed away, Saturday, June 16, 2012. Born in Oil City, PA, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Mildred Stover. Mrs. Beumer greatly enjoyed reading, knitting, crocheting, gardening, cooking and catering for church functions. She also volunteered with organizations that provided meals for different occasions within the community. Lois worked for many years with the United Parcel Service as a claims representative. She formally attended The Fellowship of Bible Churches and was a current member of Pine View Baptist Church of Blythewood. Survivors include her daughter, Apryl (Thomas) Westfall of Laurens, SC; three grandchildren, Anthony Lilly, Laura (Jeff) Hay, and Kevin Keniston; six great-grandchildren; brother, Harold (Jo) Stover; sisters, Thelma (Steve) Flanagan, Phyllis Douglas. She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Peaches. Lois was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles "Chuck" Beumer; three brothers, Kenneth Alton, Paul Wayne, and James Lloyd Stover, and a brother-in-law, Bert Douglas. The funeral service for Mrs. Lois Beumer will be held at 3 o'clock Wednesday, June 20, 2012, at Pine View Baptist Church, 111 Pine View Church Road, Blythewood, SC 29016, with the Pastor Jacob Helsley officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 o'clock, Tuesday evening at Shives Funeral Home, 5202 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC 29203. ShivesFuneralHome.com 803.754.6290

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Published by The State on Jun. 18, 2012.

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Natalya Goodwin

June 22, 2012

Ms. Lois was truly a woman of God! I am blessed to have known and work with her. Her smile always brighten up the room. To the family I pray God continues to strengthen you.. May heavens touch comfort you through this time.

Kathy Murray Brazell

June 20, 2012

Lois you will be truly missed. I know Chuck and my mom and dad and your family are now in heaven singing praises. You are all together again for eternity. One day we will all be together again. R.I.P. my dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Cheryl Barton

June 20, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the family. Ms.Lois will be missed and truly loved.

Keshawn Jacobs- Kibler

June 19, 2012

Ms. Lois will truly be missed!!! I'm so glad I had a chance to meet and work with her at UPS!!! My deepest sympathy to her family!

Patsy Watts

June 18, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the family of Ms. Lois she really fought the battle. What a blessing she was. I know she's truly happy to be home with her Lord and Chuck. God Bless

Cissy Cathcart

June 18, 2012

Ms Lois was truly an Angel. My life was touched by her kindness and compassion. There was never a time when I didn't see her with a smile on her face. She will be missed.

Janet Long

June 18, 2012

Ms. Lois touched a lot of hearts and will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to her family.

June 18, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Ms. Beumer is a sweet, caring soul, with a great sense of humor. She will be truly missed.
-Dr and Mrs James Finkel and staff of Blythewood Dentistry

Melissa Watts

June 18, 2012

Ms. Lois will be greatly missed. She was a blessing to work with.

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