At home with her family, Barbara Beach of Lucan passed away in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Kirk Wallis. Cherished mother of Christopher Beach-Wallis (Emily Elder) and Alyssa Beach-Wallis. Dear daughter-in-law of Norm and Dorothy Wallis of London. Dear sister of Ross Beach (Paulette Robichaud) of Moncton N.B., and Carolyn Air (Don) of Oshawa. Dear sister-in-law of David (Kathy) Wallis of London. Missed by her nieces and nephews Jennifer and Matthew; Allison and Nicole; Dana and Chad; Derek and Kyleigh, her much loved cousins Sylvia and Rudy Gilgen and Charles and Helen Beach and her dear aunt and uncle Betty and Karl Retzer.
Cremation. Friends are welcome to gather at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan to celebrate Barb’s life on Thursday, July 18th from 3-6 PM.
Donations to the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
BEACH-WALLIS: Barbara Lynne of Lucan
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Chris Stover
Dear Kirk,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, and the mother for your children. She looked liked a beautiful woman, and the photos here show that you shared a very happy life together.
I’m sorry.
Chris Stover
Tony Tischenko
I am so sorry for your loss Kirk.
Tony T
Pat Howe-Loebach
Our condolences to Kirk and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat and Michael Loebach
Ann Pigott
Barb and I were fellow members of the Nine Fine Artists of Southwestern Ontario for many years. She was a very fine person and I always enjoyed her company so much. Barb was also a gifted artist and I will continue to cherish my beautiful silver point painting of a moose lying in the grass. I will look at it every day and think of Barb. It will be a lovely way to remember her.
John Fowler
Kirk,
I have just learned of your loss and wanted to express the most heart felt condolences to you and your family.
I never had the opportunity to meet your wife, but I am sure she must have been a rare and special person.
Our thoughts are with you,
John and Janet Fowler.
Nancy Carey
Your mom, wife, sister and friend, Barb, was someone who touched many lives not only through her art but through her work and mentoring. This is how I first met her. Your mom opened her classroom and experiences to me as I trained for a career in ESL. It was a pleasant surprise when, after three years, we found ourselves teaching at the same school. Barb was professional without being aloof and friendly without being intrusive. I admired her very much. It is with great sorrow I share in your own sorrow. She will be missed and, she will be remembered.
Beth Stapley
Dear Beach-Wallis family,
I am Beth Stapley, mother of Kelsey. I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you all at such a great loss! Alyssa has been an important part of Kelsey’s life and a special touch to our family. I imagine that she is an expression of Barbara. She must have been a very special lady! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Sincerely, Beth Stapley
Tom Payne
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kirk and your family.
Your friend always,
Tom Payne
Patrick & Angela Clarke
Kirk, Dorothy & Norm:
We were very, very sorry to read of Barb’s death. How extremely sorry we are.
We will be keeping you all in our prayers, and will be in touch.
Patrick & Angela
Jim Taleski
I’m so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I remember well our many enjoyable discussions about art and painting at Art in the Park, Stratford. Barb was a kind, caring and and talented lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time.
Jim Taleski
Judge Eleanor Schnall
As a founding mother of Women’s Community House, when Barb was our first executive director, I will always remember her for her enthusiasm, energy, and dedication that helped us launch W.C.H. with success for the women of London, that Barb served so well.
My sincerest sympathies to Kirk, Dorothy and family.
Tony Vanderhoek & Family
It brings sadness to our family to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you in these difficult times .
Judy (nee Lowe) & Blair Wyatt
Dear Kirk, Christopher & Alyssa,
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family. Barbara was always happy, bright and sunny with a positive view on life and loved life to the fullest… my memories of Barbara will last a lifetime with one fond memory that as a young girl I remember picnics in the park at the foot of Morningside Ave. in the summers – it was a happy family reunion with all… take care and god bless…
Prayers and warm thoughts – Judy and Blair Wyatt
Jackie Burns
We have lost a wonderful woman as well as a truly talented artist.
We feel deprived by her passing.
Sincerely, Jackie Bourns
Bob and Joan Kirk
Kirk, Dot, and Norm,
We are so sorry to read of your loss. It appears to have been a difficult passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Joan and Bob
Joanne Lowe
Dearest Kirk, Christopher and Alyssa,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Barbara. I hope your many memories of times shared together will give you comfort.
Much kindness,
Joanne Lowe
The Michaelis Family
Dear Kirk, Chris and Alyssa,
We are so sorry to hear about Barb’s passing. Although we haven’t seen each other much over recent years, we have fond memories.
Barb had an unusual serenity – almost ethereal; you sensed she was dreaming and seeing something that you couldn’t imagine…and then all of a sudden, she chuckled warmly and brought you close.
Your family is surrounded by the love of many – let it help heal your hearts.
Tanis
My prayer for you all. . .
That you might be brave in times of trial
When others lay crosses upon your shoulders
When mountains must be climbed and chasms crossed
When hope can scarce shine through
That every gift God gave you might grow along with you
That you always have a friend that is worth that name
And who helps you in times of sadness
Who will defy the storms of daily life at your side
One more wish for you ‘
That in every hour of joy and pain
You may feel God close to you.
Love always, Tanis
Charlene Momryk
Kirk,
It has been a Blessing for Alyssa and I to spend time with and get to know you and Barb. She will be so missed.
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlene and Alyssa Momryk
Kay and Bob Elsden
Kirk and family,
So sorry to hear of Barb’s illness and her passing. We hope your memories of happy times will ease the heartache for you. Kirk, your mom and dad , we know, will be a source of comfort for you and your children. Our thoughts are with you.
Kay and Bob
Sheila Carson
I’m saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. She always had such a positive and hopeful attitude to the condition she faced. I was proud to have her as an Instructor with the TVDSB Adult ESL program. Her passion and committment to the newcomers was evident everyday. We will miss her, but not forget her.
Emily Gilgen
My thoughts and love are being sent your way Kirk, Chris & Alyssa.
Barb’s warm and funny nature along with her undeniable magnetic spirit will be deeply missed.
All my love,
Emily
Nana Tirolese
My first contact with Barb came when I needed a supply teacher for my ESL students at Banting Annex. Barb was always happy to take the class and she was my go-to teacher when I needed a sub.
When we finally met face-to-face, I saw what an upbeat person she was. We worked at Lorne Ave. together and it was a genuine pleasure to have her as a co-worker at that site. Her passing is so sad and she will truly be missed by all who knew her in the ESL community. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Donna Jones
Kirk,
I’m sorry to hear the passing of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless to you and your family.
Mathias & Agnes
Our thoughts, but especially our prayers, are with you Kirk and family.
We thank God for having enabled us to share but a moment with Barb.
Easy going and kind–the Barb we knew at Art in the Park, Stratford.
Sorry for your loss.
Mathias & Agnes
Gord and Joanne Hardy
Please accept our sincere sympathy in your recent loss. Barb was so fortunate to have such a loving family to allow her to spend her final days at home.
Cindy White
Kirk and family,
I met Barb for the first time years ago when she was working in the Women’s Community House.She was always so easy to talk to and willing to lend a hand when needed.
She was a very special person and I know she will be deeply missed .My thoughts and prayers are with you and have been since the beginning of this difficult journey.
Comfort each other and cherish the beautiful memories.She will live forever in your hearts.
Cindy (Lucan Drug Mart)
Leo, Bonnie, Natalie, Melissa & Ryan Laprise
Kirk, Chris and Alyssa,
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences are extended to you at this time. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
–The Laprise Family
Rodica Cociu
Barb will always be with us and in our prayers, as we all loved her so much. All the teachers and students from Ross ESL Program will miss her kind smile.
Wendy Cakarnis
Kirk and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was privileged to meet Barb in the Brush and Palette club and spent many years with her at Nine Fine Artists meetings and gallery shows. She had a generous spirit and light heart, and I thoroughly enjoyed our chats about art. She was one of my favourite fellow artists. Her work was so very beautiful. Our prayers are with you and we wish you and your family comfort in the future.
Wendy and John Cakarnis
Marie Nother
Dear Dorothy, Norm and Family,
Please know that I am thinking about you all during this very sad time. From what Dorothy has shared with me, Barbara was a truly amazing woman, who was well respected and loved. She was a very important part of Women’s Community House’s history.
Take care of each other.
Marie Nother
Dale and Hellen Bulanda and family
Kirk and Family;
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the months to come. May you find comfort in your memories and in each other. God Bless
Terry Webb
Barb was such a wonderful person! She was always so cheerful and easy to get along with. It was a pleasure to work with her.
We’re all devastated by this news! My deepest condolences to her family!!!
Monica Zacharias
We will always remember Barb as a wonderful, kind and innovative teacher offering her students lessons that were fun and so relevant. She was an amazing colleague and a joy to work with. We are all saddened to hear of her passing. Know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Monica and the staff from Lorne Ave. Adult ESL Program
Holly Kinchlea-Brown
Kirk and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
David Humphrey
I am very grateful and proud to have shared so many memories with Barb, as a co-member of Art in the Park.
Her kind, unselfish, patient and thoroughly professional contributions to the world of art were a great benefit to all around her.
I am also pleased to include one of her greatest paintings in my collection.
thank you Barb for sharing your many gifts.
My condolences to Kirk and the family.
David Humphrey
Kathleen Thomson
Alyssa,
I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing, please know that our thoughts are with you and your family now and in the weeks and months ahead. I hope your memories bring you immense comfort, xoxo.
Kathleen
Ann-Marie Parsons
Alyssa,
I’m very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I hope that you and your family can find comfort in each other during this difficult time.
Ann-Marie and Logan