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BEVERLEY MARGARET LAURETTA KIENDL (SMITH)

Born: Jul 27, 1937

Date of Passing: Nov 17, 2014

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BEVERLEY MARGARET LAURETTA KIENDL (nee SMITH) It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Beverley Margaret Lauretta Kiendl (nee Smith) on November 17,2014 in Winnipeg. Beverley will be lovingly remembered by her family: loving husband Roger, son William (Kirsten Provence) Kiendl of Redmond, WA and their son Jackson, and son Anthony (Joanne Bristol) of Regina, her brother Clinton Smith of Salmon Arm, BC and extended family and friends. She was pre-deceased by her mother and father Margaret and William Smith and daughter Lynn Margaret Kiendl. Beverley was born in Eriksdale, MB on July 27, 1937. She attended nurses training at Winnipeg General Hospital School of Nursing, graduating as an RN in the class of February '59(A). Beverley first worked at the Children's Hospital after graduating, and then worked for a year at Surrey Memorial Hospital near Vancouver, later returning to Children's Hospital. She continued lifelong friendships with her classmates and was dedicated her entire life to caregiving and family. In 1962 a sense of adventure took her to New York City where she did a course in premature infant nursing at Mount Sinai hospital in Manhattan. There she met Roger and they married in Winnipeg in 1963 while living in the Bronx, then moving to Floral Park, New York. They stayed there for several years, returning to Winnipeg in 1971 where they raised their family and this year celebrated 51 years of marriage. Beverley was an avid reader, amateur genealogist and loved history. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, knitting and travel, and her musical tastes included Tony Bennett, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. Beverley demonstrated remarkable compassion and determination and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Rest in Peace. If desired a donation in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to the St. Amant Foundation, 440 River Road, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3Z9. A private burial will take place at the Eriksdale Cemetery. Arrangements by: ARNASON FUNERAL HOME Ashern - Lundar 1-204-768-2072 1-866-323-3593.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 22, 2014

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • I remember when Beverly was born and I often saw her when she was a little girl. Actually I watched her grow up. She was a lovely lady and we shared a love of books, especially history and biography. She kept me well supplied with data re our mutual family tree. Roger, Bill, Tony and Lynn are so fortunate to have had her as wife and mother. - Posted by: Georgene (Robinson) Bauer (First cousin of Beverly's mother, Margaret Smith) on: Apr 21, 2015

  • I knew Beverly through her husband, Roger, and enjoyed brief conversations when waiting for Roger to come to the telephone. A very sweet lady and always interesting to talk with. My sincere condolences to Roger and his family. - Posted by: Morgan Turney (Friend through Roger) on: Apr 15, 2015

  • I offer my sincere condolences on the passing of Beverley. Such an elegant, soft and kind soul. I was fortunate to have been able to have visited with her on several occasions this fall. We had some great conversations which I will always remember. Brenda Heroux - Posted by: Brenda Tegelberg ( Heroux ) (Friend) on: Dec 01, 2014

  • Bev was a lovely gentle soul & friend. She helped me with the class luncheons that we held regularly. She was our email person & sent out lots of information when necessary. I will miss her smile & her helpful nature. Rest in peace Bev. Dodie xoxoxo - Posted by: Dodie Cupeiro (classmate) on: Nov 28, 2014

  • Beverley, I'm so sad to know that I will not see your pleasant smile or hear of your latest discovery of an ancestor, when we return this spring. I always enjoyed our visits and will cherish the one this past October. We had so much fun with your mom as we travelled to Dauphin and other places to meet family members and all the cemeteries along the routes, in our search for genelogy information. Your visit from New York with your beautiful sons and husband Roger called for many dinner gatherings and family stories. Your mother and father were some of the best stories tellers I knew and the facts they remembered were somehow stored in your wonderful memory. Bev. I will never forget you! Sympathies to all the family, - Posted by: Donna Smith (family) on: Nov 27, 2014

  • Dear Roger and Family: We are shocked and deeply saddened upon learning of Bev's passing. She will always be remembered as a very dignified and lovely lady. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Fred & Laura Ross (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2014

  • My sincere sympathy to the family on your great loss. Bev & I connected back in the 80s, sharing our Hackland info. I shall miss her, and those newsy emails, updating me on some event in our extended family. God's comfort and blessings to you all as you walk this grief journey. - Posted by: Maurene Borne Harris (distant cousin/fellow amateur genealogist) on: Nov 24, 2014

  • Beverley was a wonderful Mother-in-Law. I have fond memories of our times together. May you rest in peace with your beloved Mother and dearest daughter. Prayers to all your family. Peace. - Posted by: Jeannie Kiendl () on: Nov 24, 2014

  • So sorry to hear of Beverley's passing. Always enjoyed chatting with her. She will be missed by many. - Posted by: Myra (friend ) on: Nov 23, 2014

  • Dear Anthony and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother Anthony. This has been a tough couple of years. I hope you are able to find some peace through cherished memories. My sincere sympathy to all. - Posted by: Michelle Breault (Former colleague ) on: Nov 23, 2014

  • So very sorry to hear of Beverleys passing. She was so kind & such a wonderful person. We will miss her very much. - Posted by: Larry, Jennifer & Steven Chernow (Family) on: Nov 22, 2014

  • Sorry to hear of your family's loss. May your memories of your mother bring you comfort during this difficult time and in the years to come. Your friend, Randy and Linda Pokrant - Posted by: Randy and Linda Pokrant (Friend of Tony's) on: Nov 22, 2014

  • So sorry to hear of Bev's passing ... remember many lunch/coffee times discussing genealogy at St. Amant. Certainly will be missed by many. - Posted by: Pat Allan (friend) on: Nov 22, 2014

  • The few years I've got to know Beverley, I found her to be very friendly, always smiling, and a wealth of knowledge! So hard to believe, I had just seen and spoken with her on Saturday previous. My sincere sympathy to her family. - Posted by: Audrey Miller (Acquaintance) on: Nov 22, 2014

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