Our dearly beloved mother, Beverly Magner Bourgeois, a devout catholic, died peacefully January 28, 2023 at the age of 89. Over the past several years, Beverly overcame numerous health challenges with her feisty, determined spirit. Born in 1933 to Alvin Joseph Magner, Sr. and Nora Johnston Magner, Beverly was preceded in death by both; husband Robert J. Bourgeois, Sr.; and brothers Alvin Magner, Jr., John “Jack” Magner, and Donald Magner.
Beverly met and married her husband Robert “Bob” Bourgeois in 1952; they were high school sweethearts and married for 65 years. Beverly was raised in the Irish Channel, next door to aunts, uncles, and cousins for whom she cared deeply. She and Bob moved to River Ridge to raise their children, Bob Bourgeois, Jr., (Marybeth), Gary Bourgeois, Diane Rabin (Dr. Ronald), Keith Bourgeois (Ellen), and Karen Solomon (George). Affectionately known as “Mimi,” Beverly welcomed eight grandchildren, Ryan Bourgeois (Alison), Robert Bourgeois (Courtney), Reid Bourgeois (Lindsey), Jamie Tarleton (Maggie), Jarrod Bourgeois (Molly), Gerard Bourgeois, Angelle Bourgeois, and Katherine Solomon. And thereafter, 12 great grandchildren. With her kind and gentle heart, Beverly won the love and respect of her two son-in-laws, George and Doc, who cared for her like their own. Beverly will be remembered most for her never-ending devotion to her husband and to her family.
While raising her children, Beverly worked for over 30 years alongside Bob in the family business. As the Matriarch and “glue that held her family together,” she was most happy during times spent with family. She will be greatly missed by the many who loved her, including her extended nieces, nephews, and friends. Beverly had a huge heart and her compassionate nature drove her to help others as often as she could. She was quick-witted and had a sharp memory right until her passing. She will be greatly missed for countless reasons…her kind and gentle heart, beautiful smile, and infectious laughter.
The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, love, and support, and a special thanks to her caregivers, Shirley Donald and Fefe Carter, who loved her and grew to be part of our family. Should you care to make a donation in lieu of flowers, please send it in her name to Father Seelos, St. Mary’s Assumption Church, 919 Josephine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130.
A visitation for Beverly will be held Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 10:30AM followed by a service at 12:30PM at Saint Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA 70123. She will be interred thereafter at Lake Lawn Park, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124.
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