COLP – Beverley Charles, age 87, of Beach Meadows, Queens County, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, NS.
Born in Liverpool, Bev was a son of the late Sidney and Mossie (Colp) Colp.
The Patriarch of Beach Meadows has passed and what a character he was! Bev’s mission in life was always to make one laugh. Bev was the community pig butcher, made the best snowballs, felt the importance of teaching his children how to tie a tie and change a flat tire before they left home.
Bev was known for the delicious omelets he made for Betty on Saturdays. He was proud to tell even strangers that he was married for 65 years. He took the most enjoyment spending time with family; recently experiencing much joy with his weekend visits from great granddaughter Amelia.
Bev’s interests sustained him during his almost 30 years of retirement from Bowater Mersey. He enjoyed tinkering in his workshop making birdhouses, foot stools and bedside tables to name a few. He looked forward to trips on his bike with friends to Laconia, New Hampshire and also to Wharf Rat Rallies in Digby. Bev enjoyed four wheeling trips which included Betty until she was spilled into a mud hole!
He loved being on the water in his boat; many years of lobstering, hand lining and just enjoyed driving at full speed for fun. Bev dipped kayaks on the Medway River and smoked them himself. A delicious meal was served. He raised his family off the land with a large vegetable garden, chickens, pigs, along with freshly caught fish.
Together Bev and Betty enjoyed thirteen cruises; Alaska being their favorite. Lastly, Bev enjoyed sky diving trips with his granddaughter Kennedy and was also known as a “Christmas baby” and being very accident prone!
Bev is survived by his wife Betty Jean; his daughters Karen Colp of Halifax; Karalee Kromko of Mader’s Cove; his sons Kevin (Joanne) and Kendell (Denise Lowe), both of Beach Meadows. Grandchildren Kayleigh Colp, Kyle Colp, Steven Kromko (Morgan) and Kennedy Colp (Ryan Harding). Great grandchildren Kaylin Lavender, Lindsey and Miranda Robart, Landon Colp, Sophia and Amelia Kromko.
Besides his parents, Bev was predeceased by his brother Paris and daughter in law Karla.
Visitation will be Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool, NS. Funeral service will take place Thursday, October 5, 2023 11:00 a.m. from Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool, NS. Burial will in Beach Meadows Cemetery, Beach Meadows. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Beach Meadows Community Cemetery or the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. To share memories or condolences please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com.
Special thanks to the ICU staff at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, the ER staff and Medical Floor staff at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool as well as Chandlers’ Funeral Home for all the wonderful care and attention given to Bev and family. Bev’s family would also like to thank all those who visited, provided food and the numerous phone calls. They were much appreciated.
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Ivan $ Marilyn Huskins
To Betty Jean and Family
We are so very sorry about the passing of Bev.
He was such a kind and a wonderful man. He’ll
be missed by everyone who knew him. So we ‘d
like to send our condolences to all of you at this
difficult time.May God Bless and may he R.I. P.
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Peggy Hatt
I was shocked to see that Bev had passed away.I am sending my deepest heartfelt sympathies to Betty Jean and all the family .Bev will be greatly missed by all who knew him.Sincerely Peggy Hatt
Edith Mayo-robart
To Betty and family. I am so sorry for the loss of such a sweet man. Bev was such a funny and enjoyable man.
Jayleen
What does one say when Bev Colp passes? He was the only person I know that had better stories than Dad. I spent a lot of time at his house when Kendell and I were younger. I would beg him to take me for rides in his awesome dune buggy we always jumped the beach hill.He always had a smile for you. He loved to tease and he liked to be teased. I always added something crazy to his Friday night meal at the Transcotia when I worked there. eg. a single pea in the middle of his scoop of potato or a fry in his pie. He will be missed by so many. My heart goes out to Betty Jean and the whole family. Thinking of you.
Beryl Hatt
Kevin and family. So sorry to hear the passing of you father. May he rest in peace.
Darren Whynot / Lisa Tarr
To all the family we are sorry for your loss . R.I.P Beverley
Beryl Hatt (Nannie B)
Kevin & family l. So sorry to hear the passing of your father,Beverly Colp. May he rest in peace.
John & Peggy Whynot
Dear Betty Jean And Family:
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. Please know we are thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time.
Charlotte, Bobby and Peggy Kelley
Betty and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.
Bebe Dauphinee
To Betty and Family, So sorry for your loss. He was a great man and I will miss seeing and talking to him on Friday nights at Transcotia. He always made us laugh.
Anne and Allan Laws
Betty Jean and family,
We are sending you most sincere condolences on Beverly’s passing. He was one of a kind and will be missed. As well as being someone who we have been happy to know was just down the road, Beverly worked with my Dad and with Allan on the paper machines. Both always had a smile when his name was mentioned and spoke about him with fondness. Some of the stories like Beverly locking himself in the trunk gave them a laugh, too. Allan says he was the best boss in the mill – he always stood up for his men. When Allan and I were so fortunate to buy Kevin and Joanne’s house, it was and always will be special to us that 3 generations of your family, Beverly, Beverly’s father, and Kevin , built this house together, and what a beautiful house they built. You all are a wonderful family. Know we are thinking of you and sending love at this sad time. Keep each other and your memories of Beverly close. Know that when we think of him, we will always smile. We are just up the road if we can be of help in any way.
Love,
Anne and Allan
Doors
So sorry to hear this news. Will miss teasing him about driving a Ford. My condolences to the family.
Jodi-Leigh Lloyd
Betty Jean and Family
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in this time of sadness.
Our love and prayers to you and your beautiful family
Jodi Leigh. Jacob
Annette and Randy Whynot
Betty Jean and family. So sorry to read of the passing of Beverly. He was a wonderful man, and we always enjoyed any time spent with the both of you. We have fond memories of you and Bev coming to our 25th wedding anniversary party in Bridgewater. The coming days, months and years will be hard when you think of him, but have comfort in knowing he is at peace now. Big hugs to you Betty Jean and all your family.
Dennis & Sherri Harrington
Sending sincere condolences to all the family, so sorry for your loss.
Charlene and Jim Rhodenizer
Bev was such a great guy! He could make me laugh harder than anyone. Deepest condolences to Betty Jean and Family.
Nancy Conrad
Kevin, Joanne & Families,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Sending our most sincere condolences. Sounds like he was a real treasure! Hugs.
Nancy & Chris
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
Betty Jean, Kevin and all of Bev’s family we send condolences to all the family at this sad time.Bless you all.
Judi & Ken Minard
Our sincere condolences to Bev’s family. He was a memorable character and will be missed.
Robenia and Theresa Brewster
To Betty Jean , Karen and the Family
Mom and I were so sadden to hear about Bev’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Hold on to the memories as they will help you down the road. They will always bring a smile when you think about them.
Take care.
Robenia and Theresa Brewster
Carl Veinot
My sincere condolence to the entire Colp family on the passing of Bev.When we worked together in the mill he was like a big brother to me.I miss the little wrestling matches we use to have in the mill,plus I will miss the sneak up attacks in the stores with the punch in the arm.R,I P. old friend. You will forever be missed.
Kim Rogers
My heart skipped a beat reading this tonight. Beverly you was one in a million. I will forever remember the laughter, the big hugs and that twinkle in your eye. Betty and family I send my deepest condolences. XO RIP my dear friend
Tracy Baker
Betty Jean and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Beverly was the sweetest and always had a smile on his face whenever I would see him over the years. He was truly a charmer. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers.
Shirley and Paul Shot
Betty Jean and family: Please know we are thinking of you during this most difficult time. Bev was one of a kind to say the least, cherish your memories and speak of him often. May God grant you peace, lean in him and he will give you rest.
Brian & Stan
So sorry for you all, Bev will be missed and thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Hugs Stan & Brian
Darlene Connolly
My deepest sympathies Betty Jean and all the family. Bev was quite the character! Always enjoyed the chats at MacDonalds. Laughter always followed him where ever he was! Rest In Peace Bev
Lannie and Judy Francis
Betty Jean and family, so sad to read this. Keep your memories close to help you get through this sad time. Hugs Lannie and Judy.
Gary Rawding
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Bev,we were on B shift together,my condolences to Kevin and family.
Shannon Sprague
Ohh the things I remember..being the niece of Paris/Jane Colp…visiting Sydney/Mossie/Beverley. Always in awe of these strong Colp men. Family was number one to Beverley.
My heart is with you all. Xo Shannon
Lori Colp
My deepest sympathy to Betty Jean, to the children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Beverly always making people laugh and his huge smile on his face. Sending much love to you all.❤️❤️
Sharon
Kevin, Joanne and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I was lucky to get to meet your Dad when I operated the Brooklyn Marina. He was very kind, funny and alway had a smile. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Takecare of each other❤️
Barb Fralic
Betty Jean and family,
So sorry to read of Beverly’s passing. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Barb Fralic
Bernadine Mooney
I am saddened to hear of Bev’s passing. I have such fond memories of playing as a child with Bev and the other children at Beach meadows. My condolences to all of his family. Bernadine Jones Mooney.
Kenneth and. Valerie Schrader
Sorry to hear of Bev’s.passing he was one of a kind. Our prays are with the family.
Loretta Cook
Sincere condolences to the Colp family. I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Beverly. Sounds like he was a very interesting man.
Terri-Lee Timmins
Karen Colp
So sorry for the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless.
david a fralic
Betty Jean and Family , Our sincere condolances to the family
Glenda Fralic
Thinking of you all at this time of loss . Bev lived life to the fullest and will be missed . Glenda & Mike
Leo Westhaver
To Kevin and all Bev’s family. My sincere condolences. He sure will be missed by many.
Jean and Wayne Cole
Kevin and Joanne, Sorry for your loss, our condolence to the families. RIP Beverley
Robert D.F. Legge.
Betty Jean and family. Sorry to hear about Bev.New Bev for years.I was proud to call him my friend. Hold on to your memories..
Wayne E Orme
To the Colp Family
Please accept our deepest condolences. Worked with Bev at the mill in the paper room. He always had smile or joke or a punch in the arm. Great guy and he will missed
Belinda Wentzell Delong
Read this last evening,surprised…Betty Jean so sorry for your loss,the road ahead is so different,then traveling it with your soulmate…my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at one of the most difficult times,in our lives.God Bless each of you and May Bev,be R.I.P.
Jim & Jacqueline
Was shocked to hear of Bev’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to the family. He always took time for a chat & you knew you were going to get a laugh. He has left the family with many memories that is 1 thing nothing can take away. Beach Meadows will never be the same.
Gordon Eisnor
Bev’s family: My sincere condolences to all Bev’s family.
Freda Muise
Dear Betty Jean and Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Beverly’s passing.
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
May cherished memories ease your grief and the company of family and friends comfort you during the times ahead.
Thomas Andrews
So sorry for your loss Betty Jean and family. He was a great man and surely will be missed. Has been many years since we saw yous and Beverly was busy taking everyone for a ride in his dunebuggy. My wife included. Condolences to you and your extended family. RIP BEVERLY .
Ashley legge
My condolences to the colp family. I was proud to have known Bev. He was quite the character.
Sheree Chandler
Dear Betty Jean and Family,
So sorry to hear of Beverley’s passing. Deepest sympathies to you and your family in the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Beach Meadows has certainly lost another institution. Stories of Beverley’s tendency for accidents were heard here at home and everyone in the community knew he was a Christmas baby!
May memories you hold dear ease your grief, and may the company of family and friends comfort you during the times ahead.
Sheree Chandler and Family.
Betty Lou Wamboldt
To
Betty Jean and Family; So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. Take care.
From Betty Lou, Chris and Derek.
Lorraine and Terry Dalby
Sorry for the loss
We enjoyed going to the transcotia for dinner and seeing Bev there he was a riot
Bea Delong
Betty Jean & Family: I was shocked when I heard Bev had passed away. I am so sorry for your loss. Treasure all the great memories as they are yours to keep. Sincere Condolences to you all. Take Care
Mavis Delorey and Gary Trimm
Our deepest sympathies to the Beverly family at this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all Mavis and Gary.
Howie and Wendy Andrews
So sorry to hear of Beverley’s passing. We always enjoyed chatting with him and his stories about Beach Meadows. Sincere condolences to all the family.
Helen Lilly
To Betty Jean & Family of Bev Colp.
I was saddened to hear of Bev’s passing.
He will be missed @ McDonalds & all that knew him…
RIP BEV.
Helen & David Fox
So very sorry to hear of Bev’s passing.He was a very nice person.Condolences to all his family.
Beverly Greenough & Sean
Our deepest Sympathy to Betty Jean and family on the passing of Bev, many a laugh we had with him while on vacation at Maureen’s up the road. Every day we would walk down to the beach and if Bev was not outside going down, he was sure to be out on the way back ready for the chat, we are glad that we got to know him.
Beverly Greenough & Sean Powell River BC
Leanne & Kenny
Betty Jean & Family I was shocked to see that Bev has passed my condolence to you and your family.Bev will be missed by many.Take care and hold on to all the good menories
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Betty and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. Treasure the Memories. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Sydney and Denise Parnell
To Betty Jean and family, Please accept our sincere condolences.
Dennis & Gail Lavender
We are so sadden of your loss our hearts and prays go out the family .
Judy Migel
Dear Karen and family, deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad.Loved listening to you talk about your father, the stories of a life well lived. Prayers and thoughts with you all at this difficult time. Love Judy & Dale
Kathleen Webster
Dear Betty Jean and family, We were shocked to read of Beverley’s passing in the morning paper. When I think of Beverley I immediately recall that he was born on Christmas Day and he certainly became a gift to all who got to know him, his stories, his joy of life, and his great laugh. Treasure the great times you enjoyed together and let your memories ease some. Of the pain you now feel.. condolences to you and the family. RIP dear cousin
Kathleen and Ron
Cathy Wentzell
Betty Jean & Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Bev’s passing.
He was such a well loved member of the community.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Rollie & Cathy Wentzell
Leslie Clarke
Betty Jean and family,
I am saddened to hear of Bev’s passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time and hoping that lovely memories will sustain you.
Leslie Clarke
Tonya Patterson
I am truly saddened to see Bev’s passing.. I truly enjoyed seeing him on a very regular basis at the store.. my heartfelt condolences to all that knew Bev.. he was an amazing person.
Christine Cooke-Nickerson
Kendall and Kennedy, my heart is with you. So sorry to read of Bev’s passing.
Sally deRuyter
Kevin & Joanne, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and all of Bev’s family.
Karen Hathaway
So sorry for your loss ,our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.our condolences. Karen and Ed Hathaway
marilyn whynot
To Betty jean and families so very sorry for your loss . Sending my condolences to all. Hold close all the special spent together .
Sherry MacPherson
Betty Jean and family,
We would like to pass along our sincere condolences. Beverly always made everyone smile. We hope the wonderful memories you have bring comfort to you during this difficult time.
Blake, Sherry, John and girls
Francis & Peggy Payzant
Dear Betty Jean, & Families;
Francis And I Are Very Sad To See That Bev. Has Passed Away, Francis Will Certainly Miss Bev. Coming For His Hair Cut. We Will Always Remember Some Of The Good Times We Use To Have At MacDonald’s Every night We Missed Doing That With You & Bev. And The Other Groups. If There Is Anything We Can Do For You, Please Don’t Hesitate To Call Us., Cherish All Those Great Memories Of Bev. And Keep Them Close To Your Heart.. Bev Is Now At Peace. God Bless You & Your Family. I Know Your Family Will Keep & Eye On You And They Will Always Be There For You!!! Spread Those Wings Bev And Fly, Fly, Fly!!!!
Sincerely: Francis & Peggy!!!!
Victoria Conrad
Betty Jean and family so sorry for your loss Bev was such a nice man and will certainly be missed by many he may be gone but you have all the beautiful memories to hold on to you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Lewis and Vicki Conrad
Marilyn and Jack logan
Karen and family. So sorry for your loss. Jack and I send our condolences.It is so difficult to loose a loved one but always have wonderful memories to look back on .
Bill and Barbara Scobey - Bruce and Charlene White
Betty Jean and all of Bev’s family, we extend our deepest sympathy. He will definitely be missed.
H. Archibald Kaiser
We were terribly saddened to learn of Bev’s death.
He was a very important part of our community at Beach Meadows.
We always enjoyed seeing him, hearing about his adventures, past and present ,and witnessing his love for his family and his home. We enjoyed his energy and vitality and we respected his resilience and determination.
We will miss him of course, as everyone will, but we look forward to seeing Betty and their children as often as possible.
We are very sorry that because of our work commitments, we cannot be with everyone at the visitation and funeral to share in grief and celebrate his rich life.
Archie Kaiser and Anne Derrick
Donna and Kirk Whynot
Kendall and family, sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Scott & Vicki Conrad
To Betty Jean and family
We are sorry to hear of Bev’s passing and offer our thoughts and sincere condolences during this sad time.
Scott & Vicki Conrad
Brian Murray
Betty Jean and Family
Condolences and extended sympathies at this trying time.
God bless.
Brian Murray
Heather and John Stevens
Kendall and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a very nice man who loved life. Watching him skydive with Kennedy was the coolest thing. Your Dad came up to me when he heard my father was sick, even though he didn’t really know me, he wanted to let me know how much he thought of my father. I’ll never forget that. Thinking of you and your family.
Heather and John Stevens
Bob Lohnes & Family
Sending condolences to all of Beverley’s family.
Dawn and Gary Roberton
Betty Jean and family,
Thinking of you all at this time. Always had a smile and something funny to say. Take care.
sandra lowe
BETTY and family,
I was so sad to hear of BEV’S passing
it will be lonely at the restaurant without his stories and his laugh
Basil always talked about their trips on the bike.
take care ,you are all in my prayers
Aubrey Coombs
To Bev’s family;
So very sorry for your loss, Bev was a good guy. We worked together at Bowater’s for a good many years. Take care and thinking of you all at this time.
Aubrey Coombs
Bev Stewart
Betty Jean & family,
We are saddened to learn of Bev’s death. Your family has shared here such beautiful pictures from his “rich” life, that show how special he was to all of his wonderful family and friends. A beautiful life, well lived!
Sending our sincere condolences
Bev & Malcolm Stewart
Beverley Conrad
Dear Betty, we are so sad to hear about the passing of Bev. I am so so sorry I missed his funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you all.
Deborah Conrad
My sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one
Bert Wentzell
My sincere condolences to Betty Jean and all of the family. Thinking of Bev brings back so many memories of life in Beach Meadows. So many adventures and exploits it seemed he was always trying to have fun. And the bacon which came out of his old smokehouse – absolutely incredible.
Bernadine Mooney
I should have mentioned that you may remember me as Verna. I called myself that as a child. Again very sorry for your loss.
Tanya Schrader
My condolences go out to the family. Beverly was a great man. He was always known as evil conevil. Will be deeply missed. Sending hugs to you all❤️
John Dexter
To all the family
Sorry to hear of Bev’s passing..Condolences to all the family.It Won’t be the same driving by without seeing him out on the steps waving when I drive by…
Marie Wambolt
Betty Jean and family,
Sincere condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. Bev will remain in your hearts forever.
Brenda Lawrence
Sincere sympathy to the Colp family . Beverly was a character.
Sending condolences to the family . RIP Beverly .
Helen Colp
Betty Jean and family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of or loved one.
Alan and Leslie Robart
To Kendell and Family, so sorry for your loss. Your Dad always had time to talk and asked how my Mom was. Good naturen person but never one to be crossed. Such a smart and knowledgeable man gone. RIP
Lorimer and Evelyn
Condolences to you all. Bev was one of kind. The good kind! Take care of each other.
Sherri and Ted Roy
So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. We always had a laugh when we saw him, as when Ted and I were first married, we went Beach Meadow’s beach late one night and got stuck in the sand. We walked up the hill to his place. He came down and towed us out and wouldn’t believe we were married! He was such a great guy. There will always be lots of good memories of him for everyone.
Marie Feener Davis
To Betty Jean
So sorry to hear of the passing of Bev.
Brian MacNutt
To Beverly’s family-
My condolences in hearing about Beverly’s passing. I worked on the Paper Machines with him for years. He could enjoy a joke but also could make you sorry you said it! A good guy. RIP sir.
Brian MacNutt
Randi &Ted
Dear Family,
It is sad to think that Beverly is no longer with us . So many times driving by yet , one can’t help but think of the many times he was out working on his property which is always picture perfect or driving his tractor.
An icon of Beach Meadows , he will certainly be missed
With sincere sympathy and care to each of you ….a family to be very proud of !
Randi & Ted