I first spoke to Belva (Mrs. Trudeau) when I called a bit late to ask her daughter out on our first date 42 years ago.
She said oh….I believe she is in bed, but I will get her.
I got to know Belva and Paul as good friends and not just in-laws. Belva always greeted me with a hug and smile. My parents, and siblings also loved her and we had so much fun when we all got together. I always remember my mom and Belva sharing a beer. 
I could not have asked for a better mother in law. She was so genuine and loving, and loved seeing her family and friends. 
I feel so lucky to have known her and will miss her until I get my next hug from her.
Greg


My beautiful grandma, I miss you so much, and love you forever.
 
All that knew or met you can agree you were the kindest soul, and that your family was your greatest joy. You often said, “I am so lucky to have such an amazing family”, when it was us that were lucky to have you to look up to. Thank you for always loving and supporting me. I treasure all our memories together and most fondly look back to our many memories with you.
 
Grandma was used to have troublemaking twins on her hands, but I know Justin and I may have tested her limits.. The second we would arrive at the Reese House she would hear the thuds of Justin and I sliding down those stairs to the basement. We would always look up to see grandma in the light of the doorway above us smiling, but also worried we were going to break our 8 year old necks.. She would then ask if we wanted to come up to the kitchen to cook with her. I think this was to keep a closer eye on us but was also some of our favorite time spent with her. She would tell us stories about her mom, dad, siblings, growing up on the farm, taking French, and we would all laugh as we made peanut butter cookies or sandwiches (with miracle whip, which we only ever ate with her and grandpa).
 
My memories are filled with her smiling, laughing, singing, and telling wonderful stories. She was so loving and beautiful, inside and out. She was simply the best person and grandma.
 
I know that she is looking down on us again now with a smile, hoping we all continue to laugh, love and sing.

My beautiful grandma, I miss you so much, and love you forever.
 
All that knew or met you can agree you were the kindest soul, and that your family was your greatest joy. You often said, “I am so lucky to have such an amazing family”, when it was us that were lucky to have you to look up to. I treasure all our memories together and most fondly look back to our many memories with you.
 
Grandma was used to have troublemaking twins on her hands, but I know Justin and I may have tested her limits.. The second we would arrive at the Reese House she would hear the thuds of Justin and I sliding down those stairs to the basement. We would always look up to see grandma in the light of the doorway above us smiling, but also worried we were going to break our 8 year old necks.. She would then ask if we wanted to come up to the kitchen to cook with her. I think this was to keep a closer eye on us but was also some of our favorite time spent with her. She would tell us stories about her mom, dad, siblings, growing up on the farm, taking French, and we would all laugh as we made peanut butter cookies or sandwiches (with miracle whip, which we only ever ate with her and grandpa).
 
My memories are filled with her smiling, laughing, singing, and telling wonderful stories. She was so loving and beautiful, inside and out. She was simply the best person and grandma.
 
I know that she is looking down on us again now with a smile, hoping we all continue to laugh, love and sing.

Not many people get the chance to spend so much time with their great grandma and I’m so lucky that I have gotten that chance. Great grandma always told me how beautiful and  talented I was, these are words of kindness that I will never forget from such a wonderful person. Love you always great grandma.

My fondest memory as a young child was back in 1979 when we took a family vacation from Indiana to California.  While that was a long time ago, I still have memories from that trip I can recall today…such as my first time in an airplane, first time staying at a house with a swimming pool, and most of all meeting these wonderful people that lived there I would know as Aunt Belva and Uncle Paul.  I was only five years old but will never forget Aunt Belva with her big, loving smile that would always light up the room, and I remember her always being so happy all the time wherever she was or whatever she was doing. 

As I grew older I learned to understand her happiness had to do with many things, but nothing more than how proud she was of all her wonderful children.  And those grandchildren!  It is so meaningful to be related to a family that special.  

Years later I would stay with Paul and Belva on occasion when I was in California for business, which I truly enjoyed sometimes TOO much.  One memory is from sometime early 2000’s….Uncle Paul, Aunt Belva and myself were at a Mexican restaurant on a Friday afternoon just few miles from their house in Newhall.  We were there at least for a couple of hours talking, laughing…had far too many margaritas to drink and Mike had to pick us up after work and drive us back to their house and I had to come get my car the next day!

May you rest in eternal peace and we will always enjoy the warmth of your smile beaming down on all of us.



My loving Grandma, I cannot express how lucky I am to have had all of the memories with you. You lit up the room when you walked in always smiling. You were so caring and loved to do anything you could to make sure everyone was happy with you. Your happiness was contagious. 

While growing up I’ll always remember how excited I was as we pulled into the driveway of the Reese, Pine Mountain or Friendly Valley driveways. I always knew you would be there to greet me at the door with a big hug and kiss. I would usually have your lipstick on my cheek for half the time I was there. You raised all of us grandkids to know how to love one another and most importantly that we knew we were so loved by you and Grandpa. 

I will always remember the times we spent together and know you will still be there smiling down from Heaven. 

I love you so much.

Love, Justin

As Valerie and I mourn the terrible loss of her ( our) mother Belva one thought comes to my mind over and over again.  Belva  was one of the nicest people ever. From our first meeting in 1974 at Willie Georgino's Shell station Christmas party to the last time we were together she was always loving sweet and totally happy for us to be there.  While  I will miss our visits together,  she will be deeply imbedded in my heart forever. Rest in peace and eternal happiness beautiful lady.

My beautiful sister,  Belva was truly my inspiration, my model in life. She was so kind, so talented, so morally good, interesting, funny and a straight A student just to name a few attributes.  I was so fortunate to get to share  a bedroom growing up and privy to stories and secrets.  When I was 4 or 5, she would take me along to the little country school she and brother Harold attended their last year of grade school.  On nice days we walked the 1 1\2 miles and sometimes along railroad tracks which I can't imagine our parents approved.   I have so many wonderful memories but since her Trudeau family are Dodgers' fans, I must mention the time when she, a great Cardinal and Stan Musial fan became so excited while listening to game on radio, that   
she jumped so high that she broke the ceiling light fixture!  I cherish the memories of later years of trips to California, being with her, Paul and her wonderful happy family, the gift of her in each of them.  God has truly Blessed us and now she is with Him.

My beautiful, loving Mema. You always greeted us with loving arms and kisses to our cheeks. You loved to model and dance with your family.  I feel so lucky that you were able to spend so much time with me and my children. They loved their great grandma so much. Family gatherings will never be the same. You’ve raised a beautiful family and we will never forget you.  I love you. 

There are too many wonderful memories of my grandma. I loved spending summer vacations and Christmas break at their house on Reese Pl.  We had so many fun conversations around the dining room table. Mema your beautiful legacy will live on in all who had the privilege of knowing and loving you and being loved by you. May you rest in eternal peace with all those who went before you. Until we meet again Mema! 

My sweet Grandma. Oh how I miss her! She was the most caring human being I’ve ever known. From the simple way she greeted us with the kiss on the cheek (& us secretly rubbing her red lipstick off our cheek haha) to making speeches saying how blessed she was to have such an amazing family. However, she may stand corrected because I think I can say for my entire family, WE were the ones blessed. I’ll never forget her cute little jokes, her runway walk from her model days, her beautiful singing voice, her crossword puzzles on the coffee table, her favorite boxed wine in the fridge, and of course her tracks of red lipstick. There are too many great memories to name but I will say I cherish each one I have with her. Our angel on earth has now become our angel in heaven and I know she is shining her light down onto us. I love you so much grandma. Until we see each other again 💗

My awesome Mema who loved unconditionally and fully with all her heart. When I was little I relished sitting on her lap as she would hug me and cuddle. She had so much love and pride for her family. She was the consummate entertainer and you could always count on snacks and a cold drink when you arrived to her house. Mema I'm so happy to know you will be watching down on us from Heaven. Say hi to everyone else up there and I look forward to the day we can see one another again. I love you!

Mom, you were the best!  Even in your last few days, you were more concerned with our well being than your own.   We miss you but we take great comfort knowing you are finally pain free and happily watching over us from Heaven.  You had a heart full of gold and it shined from your smile. Whenever I see something beautiful in the world, I will think of you.  

How I miss mom! Whenever I would come to the house you would light up the room with a smile and open arms.
Growing up, you and dad volunteered for so many things from the church choir to running the St. Finbar Fiesta.  Later you would work at the local food pantry and The Gene Autry Museum.
I’ll never forget the many weekends we would spend together at Pine Mountain Club. You were my angel on earth! Love you mom!

Mom always thought of others first. She was involved in everything and loved being with others, especially her family. She taught religious education to public school kids at St. Finbar, even though all of us went to Catholic school. She and Dad volunteered at the local food pantry and at the Autry Museum for years.  She made home a place of kindness, love and acceptance. We will miss her forever. May the Angels lead her to Paradise.

My precious mother has gone to heaven.  Every good thing I am today is because of you mom. I love you forever. RIP

My sweet grandma, who I called Mama. I love her so very much. She connected and cared for everyone she met. She nurtured me, cooked for me, taught me, made things for me and with me. We had so many good conversations and laughs. She never left you guessing how much she loved you. She always spoke what she felt. It was always love and kindness. 

My Aunt Belva was a very special person to all who knew her. My Uncle Paul, her husband, was married to her for over 60 years. I will always have memories playing with my cousins in Burbank. And working with Uncle Paul at their printing business in L.A.  My love to all of you, and rest easy Auntie. ❤️Rick Trudeau

My mom loved Christmas. As a child, we always made Christmas crafts and ornaments. My mom proudly put them up every year no matter how ugly they were! She spent days baking cookies and my favorite date nut bars. My mom was in the church choir and we always looked forward to midnight mass to hear her sing O Holy Night. Mom loved her family so much and we always felt it. Her kindness and love will be terribly missed. Love you mom, you were an Angel on earth, now you are an Angel in Heaven.

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Belva Ann Trudeau

20 février 1934 – 1 décembre 2021

Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary

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