Passed away peacefully at Queensway Long Term Care, Hensall on Friday, September 20, 2024 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Murray Dawson (2022). Proud mom of the late Larry (2019) and Melissa Dawson (Danny), and Brent and Sharen Dawson. Adored grandma of Jamie (Kale), Brendan (Carly), Lindsay (Jesse); Kristen (Kris), Jenna (Mack), and Chad (Erin) and great-grandma of Finley, and Gavin. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Keith and Pauline Siemon, Vicki Siemon, and Jim McBride. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Albert and Lucy Siemon, sisters, Jean Mastin and Elisie Beuerman and brother, Bill Siemon.
Bea loved life and had a positive attitude towards everything she did. She greeted everyone with a warm smile that will be remembered for many years. Bea and Murray worked tirelessly on the farm and instilled their hard work ethic into their children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Wednesday, October 2nd from 5 – 7 PM, where Bea’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 3rd at 11 AM. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to Thames Road Elimville United Church or Exeter United Church would be appreciated by the family.
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Tom and Bev Prout
To Brent and all of the Dawson Family
Our sincere condolences.
Sharon Pavkeje
Brent, Sharen, Melissa and families,
Sending our sympathy to your families. I just watched the service online and you did a great job Brent…it is never an easy job. Take care, we are thinking of all of you.
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje and family
Judith & Rick Parker
Brent, Sharen, Melissa & family,
The service today was a wonderful tribute in remembering the Bea we were fortunate to know. She and Murray were great neighbours and their door was always open. Bea was a mentor to many of us in our church and the community, with her leadership skills and ‘get it done’ attitude. Always lending a helping hand with a smile. There are lots of good memories when looking back on times spent with Bea.
Sandra Newton
To the Dawson family,
How sad I was to hear of your mother’s death. A tearful goodbye to an amazing lady. Bea was an example of a life will spent. I always enjoyed when she came into my classroom at Usbourne school when I taught Brent. We enjoyed some great conversations. God’s peace to you.
Joan Morgan
Bea was a force to be reckoned with, such a hard worker, willing to help out with anything in her community. My sympathy to all her family.
Alma Ballantyne & family
Sending my sincere condolences on the passing of Beatrice
Margaret Prout
Brent , Sharen and family, Melissa and family.
My sincere condolences to each of you. I shall always remember Bea as such a hard working lady on the farm and yet always ready to help out in the community, whatever needed to be done. Cherish your wonderful memories.
Debbie Stewart
So very sorry for loss , Brent and Sharon and families .
Mark Heimrich
Brent & Sharen, Melissa & families;
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Mother & Grandmother. Bea was an appreciated and dedicated supporter of her community. My Mom, Marilyn Heimrich, has fond memories of both Bea & Murray from their time at Maplewoods. Mom sends her sympathy to you all as well.
Mark & Julie Heimrich & Marilyn Heimrich.
Reiny & Lynda Freiter
Brent ,Sharen and family
Very sorry to hear of Bea’s passing. She will be missed dearly by many but all your memories will keep her in your hearts. Sending our sincere condolences
Reiny and Lynda Freiter
Elaine kosi
Sending my sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom and Grandma.
She was a kind and caring lady with a cheerful personality.
Cherish the memories.
Elaine Kosi (Stewart)
Mildred and Bob Ulch.
The Dawson Family
We want to extend our deepest sympathy on your Moms passing. We remember many Thames Road social times with the Dawsons ,good dinners and New Years Eve parties etc. We will remember you in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth Cooper
My sincere sympathy to all of Bea’s family.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Steve & Joanne Thomson
Brent & Family;
So sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Thinking of you all and sharing in your sorrow.
Steve, Joanne Thomson and Family
Ellen Green
Dear Brent and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Bea. She is now with Murray who is looking out for her like he always did. I enjoyed their time with us at Queensway. Rest in Peace Bea.
Ellen Green
Wendy Kerslake
Melissa, Brent and Sharen,
Thinking of you and your families and sending sincere condolences. I will always remember Bea for her high energy and big hearty smile. Many fun times at the Curling Club. Playing and working together and maybe a few bonspiel jokes! Keep her memory alive as you share all the wonderful stories!
Wendy
Heather & Randy Bilcke
Brent, Sharen and family, thinking of you and sending big hugs on the loss of your special mom.
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Our sincere condolences to Brent, Sharen & family, Melissa & family.
Cherish your wonderful memories.
Thinking of you all.
Janice Webber
Brent, Sharon & Family
A beautiful picture of your Mon, just the way we remember her. Always smiling & pleasant conversation.
Our sincere condolences.
Sincerely Janice & Craig
John and Sandy Ulch
Brent, Sharen and family
We send our sincere sympathy to you with the loss of your Mom and Grandma.
Mary Shore
Brent, Sharen and family,
Sending my deepest sympathy to all in your loss. Cherish and remember all of the good times.
Hugs!… Aunt Mary Shore
Anne & Ted Kernick
Brent & family:
We send our sincere condolences to you in your loss of Bea.
We remember her as an enthusiastic & hardworking person. In her church, on the farm & in the community. She tackled every project with seemingly endless energy & also with a smile. Thinking of you all.
Craig & Andrea Alexander
Brent & Sharen, Melissa and Families
Beatrice was a wonderful Thames Road neighbour as well as one of the hardest working individuals ever known. Heaven has gained another beautiful angel.
Sincere Condolences & Hugs
~Craig & Andrea Alexander~
Craig & Andrea Alexander
Brent & Sharen, Melissa and Families
Sending our Sincere Condolences & Hugs on the passing of Beatrice. We have many memories of Bea as a Thames Road neighbour and friend. One of the most hardworking and dedicated woman ever known who also in her day had a true zest for life and a good time. Cherish all of your wonderful memories. Heaven has gained another amazing angel.
~ Craig & Andrea Alexander ~
Julianne Varley
Dear Brent, Sharen and family of Bea and Murray,
Sending heartfelt condolences. Thinking of and wishing you peace.
Julianne
Nancy Alexander
My heartfelt condolences to the Dawson family. The Dawson and Alexander families were neighbours and friends for so many years. Beatrice always had a kind heart and would offer a helping hand at any time. I remember babysitting Larry and Brent – she always made sure there were lots of snacks. Mom always talked about the December celebration with the Dawsons, Alexanders, Canns, and Lamports – years after moving from the farm, the couples still got together every year. Beatrice will surely be missed by all who knew her. Hold her close in your heart and cherish the memories.
Rick and Marilyn Vandenbussche
Our sympathy to Bea’s family on her passing. May she now be at peace and once again with Murray.
MaryJane Taylor
Brent and Sharen and Melissa and all the Dawson families….
My Sincere Sympathy to you all in your loss of dear Bea…
Mom and grandma was a lovely cheerful lady…she was fun to be around and many laughs while curling…
Her long journey is over and her and Murray are together again..
May all your happy memories be comforting to you at this sad time…Rest In Peace…
Marg Deichert
To the Dawson & Siemon families,
Bea is now reunited with her Murray.
Sending hugs and prayers on the loss of this great lady. Family and community were so important for Bea and Murray too – as well as having a great time.
Treasure all your special memories.
Marg Deichert & family
James Weston
To all of Bea’s family – Our most sincere sympathy in your loss. Bea was always a kind soul – will always remember her smile. She and Murray were a great couple and now re-united.
Helen and Jim Weston
Shirley Kerslake
My sympathy to Beatrice’s family. She will be at peace and her and Murray will be reunited once again!
Allen and Marjorie Oke
We send our sincere condolences at this sad time.
Kathy Hayter
My thoughts and prayers to the family of Bea in her passing.Bea was a wonderful lady always a smile and a friendly chat.RIP Bea.
Bruce Shaw
Bea was a tremendous community-minded lady always representing Unborne Township with reason, passion and conviction. Later, she represented South Huron on the Huron County Board of Education with the same drive and intelligence. She had great pride in her family as well. She leaves a very positive legacy.
Larry Ballantyne/Sherrie Broderick
To the Dawson Family:
Sending our deepest sympathies to the Dawson Family.
Kathleen Cooper
Beatrice is finally at rest! She was a beautiful soul inside and out.
Going through the photos was definitely a trip down memory lane – especially the ones of the Siemon family including Lucy and Ab – they bring a smile to one’s face, and that’s a good thing to remember good times.
Brian & Janet Wedlake
Dawson Family.
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Beatrice. We have very fond memories of her
At the curling club and many other social gatherings.
Anne Gallant (Delbridge)
To Bea’s family
Bea was a happy caring individual who helped shape my pre-teen years. May your fond memories give you strength in the road ahead.
Anne Gallant
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Brent, Sharen, Melissa and families
Sorry to learn of Bea’s passing. She is reunited with Murray now and watching over everyone. May your memories of her bring you comfort in the future. They both were great supporters of the Curling Club.
Our condolences to all
Susan Moore
Thinking of you all and remembering Bea and Murray! They were two very caring and supportive people who always saw life in a positive and kind way!
Sheila and Richard Macgregor
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Bea was an incredible woman — lots of fun — and she always gave generously of her time to her Church, the School Board, the community, her friends and of course her family. She and Murray made a great team and loved you all very much. So proud to have known them both.
ron and karen simpson
Our condolences to the Dawson Family , sorry to hear of your Mother passing , will remember her being a leader and always willing to help with the Thames Road Church, you have our sympathy
Darlene Lightfoot
Sharen Brent and family, so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in all the good memories. Your in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
Darlene
Joyce Maas
To Beatrice’s Family
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joyce (Cunnington) Maas
Cindy Fisher Bailey
Brent, Sharen, Melissa and family
Please except
Our sympathy and condolences at this difficult time
Tom and Cindy
John & Arlene Berendsen
Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of all of you at this time…Arlene & John
Gabbie and Margaret Mol
Our most sincere condolences with Beatrice passing
Don and Edith Lewis & family
Brent and family,
Our condolence to you and your family.
Your Dad and Mom were a lovely couple and eager to help people in any way.
Cherish their memories. Great community people.
Glad they are now together resting in peace.
Victoria Siemon
Dear Brent and Sharen and Family and Melissa and family. My sincere condolences to you all at this bitter/sweet time for your family. Enjoyed the picture gallery immensely. I will always cherish the memories and will remember the vibrant woman that your mother was. May she rest in peace. Aunt Vicki
Ron and Dianne Ducharme
Brent and Family
We are sorry to hear of your mothers passing
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this
very sad time
Jerry and Alice MacLean
To the Dawson Family we send condolences.
Beatrice was a lovely lady! Everyone who knew her felt that way.
Murray and Bea were a great couple who lived a good life ,and you ,their children should be proud of,both of them .
You have big shoes to fill
.Smile when you hear their names and think of the good times.
May they both rest in peace.
Evelyn Vincent
To Bea’s family
She was a wonderful lady and suffered so long
Wishing you peace and good memories