GARY THOMAS BEVERIDGE Born: September 27, 1935 With deep sadness we announce that Gary Beveridge died unexpectedly, late in the evening on November 9, 2008 after a difficult illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Margaret, and his two sons Tom (Shirley) and Richard (Erika and Kennedy Rankin). Also mourning his passing are his older sister Gael (Andy Hebenton) and their family. A quiet and reflective man, Gary spent his professional life as an educator and continued to volunteer his time working with children for nearly ten years after his retirement from the School District in 1999. His passion for helping children was a core part of his being, as was his enduring love for the outdoors. Gary brought us joy with his dry sense of humour and he inspired us with his determination to lead a life focused on human service, even when the physical challenges of his disability made volunteering a significant sacrifice. Our family wishes to extend our thanks to the many doctors, nurses and community care personnel who cared for Gary during his recent hospitalization. Particular gratitude is extended to Dr. Mavis Hollman, Les Hall and the nursing staffs of 6 South and 3 West who offered tremendous patience and support for Gary and our family. Your kindness and compassion were truly a blessing. At Gary's request, there will be no memorial service. Should friends desire to commemorate Gary, donations to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (www.cysticfibrosis.ca) would be gratefully accepted. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line memorial register at: www.personalalternative.com Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Personal Alternative Funeral Services, (250)554-2324