Beverley Rose Fitzpatrick

June 26, 1929 ~ October 5, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Beverley Rose Fitzpatrick (Card), on October 5, 2026, at the age of 97. Beverley was predeceased by her loving husband, Henry (Hank), just weeks earlier. She is lovingly remembered by her three children, Kathy, Kelly and Doug, along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born on June 26, 1929, in the Sapperton neighborhood of New Westminster, Bev graduated from T.J. Trapp Technical School in 1947 and began her working life as a stenographer at New Westminster City Hall. Around this time, a handsome young man from Swift Current, Saskatchewan, came to visit a friend who was boarding with the Card family. That young man was Henry, and as fate would have it, the two fell in love. They married in 1950, beginning a wonderful life together filled with family, adventure and many cherished memories. The city girl and her logger husband moved to the Great Central Lake logging camp near Port Alberni, where they began their life together and welcomed their three children. In 1954, the family moved to the remote community of Gordon River. Ten years later, in 1964, they relocated to Honeymoon Bay so Kathy and Kelly could attend high school in Lake Cowichan, while Doug attended Honeymoon Bay School. In 1967, the family settled in Lake Cowichan, but their adventures were far from over. In 1974, they headed to Haida Gwaii, where Hank managed the Sewell Inlet Rayonier logging operation. They returned to Lake Cowichan in 1980, when Hank retired from logging and began a new chapter working at the local high school, completing renovations for five years. Throughout these years, Bev was known for her warmth, generosity and, of course, her wonderful baking. She faithfully baked for the crew every day, bringing her famous butter tarts and other homemade treats to the school for coffee time. Bev also worked at several local businesses over the years, including Dorothy’s Style Shop, The Jewel Box, Dot’s Shoe Shop and the Lake News. She also served as secretary of the Chamber of Commerce for many years. Above all else, Bev loved her family. She was an amazing homemaker, an incredible baker and someone who took great pride in caring for those around her. Her butter tarts were legendary, and a little friendly rivalry often arose over who would be lucky enough to receive them. Bev also loved the Toronto Blue Jays and Gunsmoke, and everyone knew better than to call during those special times! Music and dancing brought Bev great joy throughout her life. She loved to sing and would happily sing her heart out whenever Doug played music. Remarkably, even at 97, she could still harmonize beautifully. Bev will be remembered for her love of family, her generous spirit, her wonderful sense of humor and the many simple pleasures that made her life so special. She leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a legacy of love that will live on through her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the dedicated care aides who visited Bev and Hank each day. Their kindness, compassion and support allowed them both to remain in the comfort of their own home until the very end. Forever loved, deeply missed and always missed. Online condolences at www.hwwallacecbc.com