“Mama” Bea left us peacefully in hospital, with her dear family close-by.
In her own determined style, she confounded the Doctors again, who were forever diagnosing health issues that she didn’t have; by waking up from a deep sleep to say a final goodbye to her loved ones.

Mom grew up with her family in Fredericton, New Brunswick; the youngest of five children: 2 sisters, Mae and Grace; and 2 brothers, Donnie and Hazen. At 25 years, she married Dave, whose large family of eight siblings originated from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
Together, the “Easterners” would trek to Toronto, Ontario, where they planned to make a good life for themselves and their new baby girl. With their positive attitude and determination, they would remain in this area for the rest of their colourful lives while adding 2 sons to their happy home. They were accustomed to ‘making their own honest fun’ which helped them survive the lean years, while accepting fellow Maritimers into their home to help and support them on their way. The family home was a long building project for Dave and Bea that would require much patience in the process, taking years to complete.
The family moved to Peterborough for a short time, and almost to Cleveland, U.S.A., but they always came back to the family home; which pleased the entire family, if not Dave.
The Meisners would make annual Summer visits to their roots in Eastern Canada, which made for some happy times and vibrant memories. There would always be plenty of family to spend time with, usually enjoying card games, lobster feasts, and a lot of laughter. When closer to home, they would gather up the camping gear, and head out for a more local adventure, travelling as far away as Algonquin Park.
As seniors, the Canadian ‘SnowBirds’ also enjoyed Winter months in their Florida get away home. On these long road trips Bea would sing her own Creative and her favourite Country music songs, reliving them vigorously and regularly in her senior years.

Beatrice was the glorious glue that held the family together…mending, fixing, cooking, planning; as well as staying on the tight budget that Dave provided. She also contributed to the family coffers, working in the retail market and providing supportive care for the elderly. But she loved life, and enjoyed every minute of it, whether picking strawberries on a fine Summer’s day, window shopping in her favourite Mall, or going for a good long drive in the country. She was no stranger to navigation…her seat in any vehicle was always the front passenger: from her early travels to the coast, to her latter trips closer to home. And she never failed to steer you in the right direction and at the proper speed.
Unless, of course, she chose to drive herself (until she turned 91!)
Bea is pre-deceased by her husband Dave… parents Sarah and Robert, all four Siblings; and many loving close friends. She leaves behind devoted children Linda (Rick), Peter (Susan) and Jeff; grandchildren Morgan, John, and Matthew as well as great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a whole host of new friends found in her senior years.
Please say a little Prayer for Bea… She would like that, having been active in the Church for many years.
And donate generously to the local branch of the Alzheimer’s Society. Mom had this disease for almost 10 years and never lost her zest for life during this difficult period. Many who suffer, lose much more.

A "Celebration of Life" will be held
for Beatrice on January 5th, 2020 .
We will enjoy a complimentary Luncheon from 11am to 2pm at the
Buttery in Newmarket; casual dress.
RSVP Peter at 905 235-6263. Please join the family over a Sunday Brunch to remember Bea in our hearts, as we share our memories, and stories that we experienced during Mom's long and adventurous life .
Thanks for spending the day with us!... ... See you there, and God Bless.