Beatrice Colleen Robertson

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beatrice Colleen Robertson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 89. Bea, also affectionately known as Nana, was born on February 15, 1937, in the city of North Vancouver, BC, to parents Beatrice McCall and Buckley Shannon.

Overcoming an array of life challenges from birth thru childhood, Bea exhibited a zest for life and a heart full of kindness. She grew up alongside her siblings, Bonnie(Kathleen), Kevin, and Pat (Nolan), all of whom she joins in eternal rest. Bea's early years were spent in West Vancouver, Usk, Ladysmith, and Nanaimo where she attended high school.

In 1955, Bea married her partner for life, Sandy (Alexander) Robertson. Their summer wedding marked the beginning of a partnership filled with love, laughter, and a lifetime of adventures. Together, they nurtured a beautiful garden and a family that would grow to include four daughters: Heather (Stan), Denice (Rick), Bobbi-Jo (Phil), and Andrea (Lincoln). Bea and Sandy's legacy continues through their eight grandchildren-Robert (Sacha), Patrick (Callie), William (Nicole), Stuart, Colin, Austin (Sandra), Dylan, and Jacob-and eleven great-grandchildren, lovingly known as Dylan, Brooklyn, Shyloh, Violet, Georgia, Cedar, Eliott, Willow, Sadie, Olive, and Harper. Throughout the years, Bea enjoyed having pets. There were dogs: Elvis, Chester, and McDuff. But it was cats that Bea had the greatest affinity: there was Murphy, Rock, Patches, Tonto, Tabitha, Mr. Tubbs and Lily.

Beatrice was a woman of many talents and passions. She took pride in completing her bookkeeping and office administration vocational certification from Duffus Business College in Vancouver. Her career path included various roles at 'The Bay', where her warmth and dedication left a lasting impression. Bea had a fulfilling career as a dental receptionist for both Dr. Booth and Dr. Bryson, proudly dedicating over 25 years to this work. Bea and Sandy dipped into self employment, operating OrangeBerry Corner in Richmond but after a couple of years, they decided it was not for them. Moving back to Vancouver Island in the '90s, they operated a Bed and Breakfast called Highland Cottage. As always, Bea took pride in being a gracious host. But both Sandy and Bea missed their family and decided to return to the Fraser Valley.

Beyond her work and home life, Bea was a beacon of service and creativity. A lifelong member of the Girl Guides, she devoted over 60 years to the movement, recently receiving recognition for her contributions. Leading meetings, organizing camps and trips gave Bea a lot of happiness. The Guides' trip to the Cuernavaca Caravan in Mexico was a highlight. Her spirit of generosity extended to the PEO sorority and numerous volunteer roles. Bea's artistic flair shone through her quilting, sewing, knitting, and embroidery-skills that not only brought her joy but also warmth to those around her. Her quilts, often prize-winning, were a testament to her meticulous craftsmanship and creative vision.

In 2018, Bea moved into independent living at The Lynnwood in Chilliwack. As a resident, Bea enjoyed leading and participating in her knitting, crafting and gardening groups. Bea made some new friends. She loved to walk by the puzzle table, and solve a piece or two. The family is grateful for the support she received from both the residents and the staff.

A celebration of Bea's life will be held on June 20, 2026 at 1:30 pm, at Henderson's Funeral Home and Crematorium in Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Girl Guides of Canada, an organization that held a special place in Bea's heart: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/BC/Volunteers/Guider_Resources/BC/Volunteers/Guider_Resources/Ways_of_Giving.aspx

Anyone who knew Bea will always remember her as a kind, caring, and compassionate person.