She was born in Winnipeg on November 8, 1924 and moved to Edmonton where she joined the Girl Guides, the Army and went to the University of Alberta.
Bea joined the C.B.C. in Edmonton and moved to Toronto to work for them as a Radio Producer.
She was Aunt Bea to: Margaret, David, Maureen, Dennis and Allison, Rosalyn, Marilyn, Deanne, Donna, Kevin and Murray.
She was loved by her family and friends and will be fondly remembered.
Remembrances to the Acton Food Bank would be appreciated by the family.
On-line condolences may be made at www.mackinnonfamilyfuneralhome.com.