It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Beverly Lloyd Harris (Bev) of Houston, BC. Bev succumbed to illness in the early hours of Sunday, October 25, 2015 at BV District Hospital in Smithers, BC at the age of 78. He was born and raised in Southwestern Ontario where he met and married the love of his life. After their children were born, he moved the family to BC where he lived and worked until his death. Bev was predeceased by his parents Percy Lloyd and Rosa Mae (Dearing) Harris, brothers-in-law Aart VanderWiel (Carol), and Gerard VanderWiel (Gayle), sister-in-law Anne Jorgensen (Kai), and nephew Michael Noakes. He is survived by his loving wife Pauline (VanderWiel) Harris, daughters Angela DesChamps (Michael), and Alice Harris, his grandsons Kody DesChamps and Kole DesChamps, his sister Patricia Noakes (William) of Hensall, ON, brothers-in-law Henry VanderWiel (Elsie), Morris VanderWiel (Sharon), and Rock VanderWiel (Brenda), sisters-in-law Pam Walper (Ron), and Alice Hidber (Joe), and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many extended family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at the Exeter Cemetery on Saturday, October 31st at 11 AM with Bob Heywood officiating. (Please enter through Gate #3, West gate off of Highway 83/Dashwood Road).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bev’s name to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
He will be loved and missed forever!
HARRIS: Beverly (Bev) Lloyd of Houston, BC, formerly of SW Ontario
Raili Vanderwiel
Sorry for the huge delay in sending my condolences to your family. So sorry for the loss of your husband, dad, grand dad, uncle and friend. I was very young when you moved west but do remember happy times with Uncle Bev and Auntie Polly. I hope you are cherishing all the wonderful memories of days gone by, life is never the same when we lose a loved one. Hugs to you all
Raili
Wayne and Deanna McBride
Dear Pauline,Pat and Bill and families.
Our deepest sympathy.
I remember Bev taking us for a ride in his red convertible.
As young girls we were quite excited,
Take comfort in your memories.
Wayne and Deanna
Kathy Simpson (Hern)
Dear Pauline – I was so sorry to read of your husbands’ passing. It has been a long time since I have thought of the Vanderweil family from the sunshine line. Many happy memories of the old days. I will think of you often now as you and your family endure this sad time.
Gary and Bonnie Lawrence
With our deepest sympathy for your loss, he was a special person
And a great friend!
Susan Riley
Pauline, Pat & Bill and families………so many good memories while knowing Bev…..he will be with a great bunch to reminisce with now also….my thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone!
John & Mary Elder
Dear Pauline, So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. During the years I owned Elder Enterprises many customers became friends. Few rated higher than you & Bev. I will always remember the good times we had. Keep your chin up. John
Alvin/ Marilyn Taylor
Pauline and Family Sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. We have been reminiscing of events that have occurred over the years since Alvin lived across the road from Bev and his family in Chislehurst. May happy memories help you through this difficult time. Alvin/Marilyn
Karen Dickins
Pat and Bill, so sorry to hear about your brother/brother in law. May your memories carry you through.