ALLAN JOHN BEVERIDGE

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ALLAN JOHN BEVERIDGE 1930 - 2012 It is with deep sadness that we announce Allan's passing on March 1, 2012. Allan is survived by his wife Sarah of 59 years; his son Jim (Pat), grandchildren Alexandria, Ian and Andrew; daughter Mary (John) Gummeson, grandson Neil; sisters Ena and Elma; sister-in-law May (John) Pollock and many nieces and nephews. Allan was born in the small village of Torpichen, Scotland. His early years were spent growing up on the farm before moving to the town of Bathgate. Allan's first career was with the Merchant Navy. He graduated from Leigth Nautical College with his Skipper's Ticket. Allan was First Officer on the HMS Belvina. In 1957 Allan and his wife Sarah immigrated to Canada, and Winnipeg became their home. Later that year, Allan joined the Winnipeg Fire Department. He worked at a number of halls, including Station #1, where he drove the pumper truck. Later, he went on to the training department and spent the last five years as the Deputy Chief of Operations. He retired from the department in 1993 after 35 years of service. Allan and Sarah loved to travel together back home to Scotland to visit family and friends. They also travelled throughout Canada and the U.S. Allan loved the cottage at Winnipeg Beach where he, his family and grandchildren spent many happy times. Allan enjoyed sports and he especially liked to watch his grandchildren play soccer and hockey. He loved to golf and enjoyed building projects at home and the cottage. Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Eden Funeral Home, 4477 Main Street, West St. Paul, MB. Allan, we will miss you but you will live on in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fire Department Burn Fund or a charity of your choice. Glen Eden Funeral Home 338-7111 www.gleneden-mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 03, 2012