BEVERLY ANNE TAPHORN

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

• I currently purchased the home of Bev. Instantly I felt a warm..calm..beautiful welcoming atmosphere in the home. I read a memory of her counciller receiving a gift from her of a lady bug on a stone. I instantly smiled and remembered that last week I had seen two lady bugs flying in the house around me alive in February! It just reassures me that she is here and now apart of my family in spirit. I never new you Beverly but you seem like an amazing woman and I wish I met you! I promise to take great care of your home. - Posted by: Stephanie (New owner of her home ) on: Feb 16, 2017

• I knew Bev for a number of years through her son, Chris who was friends with my oldest son. Bev was a phenomenal person, kind, caring, open, generous and loving. I cannot believe I will never see her smiling face again, and send my condolences to Chris and his extended family. - Posted by: Sheree Hodson (Friend) on: Mar 30, 2016

• Worked with Bev for many years at MTS Centre and she was always a joy to work with. She will be missed but I am sure she is serving the beer up there still. - Posted by: Glenn Morrison (co-worker-MTS Center) on: Feb 08, 2016

• My dearest sympathy to the family. I was a neighbor when I was young and called her Aunty Bev I remember spending so much of my time running up and down the street between our two houses. She was such a wonderful lady and I have so many wonderful memories, although I haven't seen her in many years as my family moved out of the neighborhood and we all slowly lost touch she will be missed. - Posted by: Treasure Proctor (Old family friend) on: Feb 07, 2016

• A dear friend indeed. One of the strongest women I have been blessed to know. Bev and I shared bringing up our boys; Tom and Chris were inseparable growing up. Bev always loving, patient and a great educator for the boys. I would feed them and she would play with them. She loved to laugh and she loved life. A beautiful women inside and out. Thinking of her will forever give me a warm and fuzzy feeling. My condolences to her family and friends... - Posted by: Lisa Pelland (Friends) on: Feb 06, 2016

• I met Bev when she was first diagnosed and then worked as her counsellor through the years she so valiantly lived with cancer. Bev was a life-force; she travelled the path her illness took her on with determination and grace. Always practical and always honest, she brought so much to so many who were, like Bev, struggling to find meaning where there didn't seem to be any. It was my job to be the supporter, to offer assistance when times were difficult. However, on a particularly hard day it was Bev who, seeing me struggle with having to say good bye to someone who had succumbed to her disease, snuck into my office and left me a gift - a small stone with a ladybug on it. There are no words to describe the power of that small gesture. But that was Bev - knowing that on that day, a ladybug on a stone would provide more compassion than words could ever have. Time has passed and I no longer work in that office but that lady bug on her stone takes up residence with me wherever I go. I will miss your beauty, your grace, your wisdom and your friendship, Bev. May you rest in the peace that you so deserve, my friend. - Posted by: Arlene Robinson (Psychosocial Clinician) on: Feb 05, 2016

• I remember riding the bus with this happy-go-lucky girl. Then I graduated and moved away and lost contact with the Taphorn family until Bev friended me on Facebook! I was so happy she found me, but so saddened that our renewed acquaintance was so short. My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with Bev's family. - Posted by: Gaylene Luchsinger Crozier () on: Feb 04, 2016

• Bev and I become friends in 1979 through good times and bad times always remained friends She had a beautiful heart I remember the happiest day in her life I visited her in the hospital when Chris was born she was a admirable Mother I did talk to her shortly before she passed she said to me don't feel sorry for me I am at peace You will be in my heart always R.I.P MY FRIEND.XXOO - Posted by: Josette Poirier (friend) on: Feb 04, 2016

• I was Bevs grand-daughter. Bev was a fabulous grandma to me and my little sister.. Bev will be missed and she will always be in our hearts❤️❤️ - Posted by: Shanti Fitzgerald (Grand-daughter ) on: Feb 03, 2016

• Bev is and forever will be sadly missed she was a woman of great strength courage beauty both inside and out , she iwas a very kindhearted and loving woman . She was always trying to help others feel better even when she was so ill her self . She was loved by all who had the honour of meeting her . She was not only a grt friend but a wonderful cousin as well . She always had such a positive out look on life . Her son Christopher was always her pride and joy and she couldn't have been a more loving and caring mother . you will be so sadly missed Bev rest in peace now And to Christopher may you always know that your mother is beside you sharing all of your greatest accomplishments and holding your hand through all the tough days ahead . may you also always know that you have many family members and friends here for you if you ever need a helping hand . We love you . God bless you always . Your cousin Tammy - Posted by: Tammy Wiesner -costa (Cousin ) on: Feb 03, 2016

• I new Bev basically my whole life Chris was friends with my brothers my mom and her were great friends we live couple streets over on spruce. She was such a kind hearted women. Just last year I was happy to see her come over and see my kids. You well be deeply miss by many. - Posted by: lacey lavallee ((friend)) on: Feb 02, 2016

• I met Bev through Relay for Life. She was always positive and put a smile on my face. I will miss you at this years Relay and will always remember the story you told me of the leaves from your backyard tree...rest in peace sweet friend - Posted by: Carla Veldkamp (Friend from Relay for Life, CCS) on: Feb 01, 2016

• Extending deepest sympathy to the Taphorn family on Beverly's passing. Beverly was a valued volunteer and a strong supporter of the Society. Please know our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Staff and friends at the Canadian Cancer Society - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at the Canadian Cancer Society) on: Feb 01, 2016

• I met Beverly at Drumming once a month at Trinity Church. Was impressed by her smile and easy friendship. She always talked to me. She helped me celebrate my 80th Birthday Party and shared her vivacity there. Beverly came with her scarf on her head from time to time. She remembered everything and everyone. Now she is the one to be remembered. I will remember you Beverly - Posted by: Esther Korchynski (Friend) on: Jan 31, 2016