BEECHEY, VALERIE

Sep 03, 2014

With heavy hearts we announce the death of Valerie Beechey, on Monday September 1, 2014. She was married to Roy Beechey and was the very supportive parent of Kari, Kate (Peter), Cameron and Cory (Danielle). Valerie was especially proud of her grandchildren, Quinton, Libby, Cory, Stephen and Sadie. She was also very proud of her older sister Esther. Coming from Kirkland Lake, Valerie always shared very delightful stories of growing up in Northern Ontario. A fourth generation nurse, she began her career in a small hospital in Englehart; followed by a stay at St Joseph’s Hosptial in Toronto until starting a family. Always interested in assisting troubled children, Valerie began to work as a volunteer for a youth centre in Oakville. Making the commitment to work with youth, she and her family returned to Eastern Ontario where her father was born and began to work with troubled youth in her home. From such a humble beginning she established two residential programs that through the years served hundreds of difficult children. After retiring, Valerie began to winter in Florida where she developed a new set of friends. Although the last few years were a physical challenge for Valerie she never lost her friendly manner or her quick wit. The family would like to thank Dr, Moxon and the second floor staff of the Perth Hospital for their care. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will he held on Saturday Sept 20, 2014 at 11 am at Arden United Church, with a reception to follow at Arden Community Hall. Valerie always had a passion for history of Arden. In lieu of flowers donations to Kennebec and District Historical Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. On line condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com