Obituary of Bernice Julia Edith Beavis

BEAVIS: Bernice (nee Slater)

Passed away very peacefully at the P.R.H.C. on Saturday June 24, 2017.  Bernice Beavis (Slater) of Lakefield in her 93rd year.  She was raised on a farm in Smith Township and worked for General Electric before marrying Ralph and together they owned Beavis Meat Market.  She also was a longtime employee of Trent University.  Her greatest love was her family whom she was supportive of, and as well, a wonderful teacher to them.  Beloved wife of the late Ralph Beavis (2016).   Loving Mother of Ralph Beavis (Tracey) and Shelley Kocjan (Ed).  Much missed Grandma of Troy Beavis (Robyn), Alyssa Banks (Mike), Brock Kocjan (Mandy), Lukas Kocjan (Carolyn) and Great Grandmother of Harvey Banks, Jaxson Kocjan and Clyde Beavis.  Dear sister of Betty Bunn (Barry), Billy Slater (Merle) and sister-in-law of Clint Stewart and Phyllis Slater.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by her brothers Allan Slater (Myra), Carl Slater and sister Hazel Stewart.  Cremation has taken place.  Private family arrangements entrusted to THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, LAKEFIELD CHAPEL.  In memory of Bernice, donations may be made to Community Care, Lakefield as expressions of sympathy and may be made by contacting the funeral home at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-652-3355.