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Beverley Jean Richard

Passed 12/31/2025

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Obituary For Beverley Jean Richard

Beverley Jean Richard, 75, of Dartmouth, N.S. passed away suddenly on December 31, 2025.

Born in April 1950 in Halifax to Ina M Richard (nee Fougere) and Edward J Richard, Beverley grew up in Halifax’s West End and attended St Agnes Elementary and then St. Patrick’s High School.

Bev will be most remembered for her sharp mind, her outgoing personality and especially her love and devotion to her thirteen nieces and nephews.

Bev was passionate about all things nautical and her flair for fashion and design evolved into her making a living designing and fabricating sea glass jewelry along with a thriving business of framed rope art.

Bev is survived by her six siblings, Jane Richard, Prospect Bay, Paul Richard (Joan), Halifax, Cindy Richard, Ottawa, Glenn Richard, Dartmouth, Lisa (Richard) Schokking (Ronald), Toronto and Bruce Richard (Lesa) Prospect Bay.

And also survived by her beloved nieces & nephews Carolyn, Steve and Andrea Skerry; Julie, Ted & Alex Richard; Christina Gryba; Neil & Evan Richard; Haily Schokking; Leah & Rene Richard.

Bev was extraordinarily generous - whether it was with her time, energy, or the spoils of a particularly lucrative sales trip south of the border. One of her favorite things to do after such an occasion was treat her nieces and nephews to dinner at a fancy steakhouse. She never had a budget for these dinners, just as she never had any limits when it came to her dedication to her family.

Beverley was the Richard family genealogist and was responsible for tracing our family roots back to the sixteenth century. She was also in the process of writing a book on Sable Island as our paternal Grandmother, Jean Richard, was one of only two people ever born on the Island’

Bev was predeceased by her parents Ina (2007) and Ted (2015) as well as her husband Jim Barkhouse (2024) and her nephew Marc Skerry (2025).

The family extends heartfelt thanks to her friend and neighbor, Irma Willis, for her kindness and support.

A celebration of life will be held on later date.

Any donations can be made to the Nova Scotia FoodBank.

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  • 01/17/2026

    Jeanine Batiot

    Beach Glass Bev will be greatly missed. She was such a good friend & mentor to me growing up and I am forever thankful to all the time we spent together. She always encouraged my creative side and I will cherish all of our adventures together.

  • 01/15/2026

    Clare McLarty

    Our deepest thoughts are with the Richard families and all Bev's friends on the surprising and sudden passing of Bev. In condolences Tom and Clare McLarty (barkhouse)

  • 01/13/2026

    Steve Richard

    Our deepest condolences to all our Richard cousins on the loss of Bev. She was a free spirit who left us way too soon. Our thoughts are with you and your families. Steve and Darlene Richard

  • 01/13/2026

    Kathy MacLeod

    To the Richard Family: I'm holding you close in my thoughts as we remember Bev — loyal, fun, loving, and truly a life force. She wasn't just a friend; she was the heartbeat of so many gatherings, the one who brought people together and made every moment feel brighter. I feel so grateful for the 25 years we shared and for all the ways she shaped my life. One of my favourite memories — and one of the greatest gifts she ever gave me — was the night she poured me a drink, pushed me toward the shower, and said, "Come on girl, this is going to be a special and fun night." She was right, of course. If it hadn't been for her encouragement, I never would have gone to the RNSYS squadron opening regatta, and I never would have met Scott, the love of my life and my future husband. That was Bev: someone who saw possibilities before you did, someone who nudged you toward joy, someone who changed your world in ways you only understand later. She was also the glue in so many friendships — never one to miss a party, a gathering, or a chance to celebrate with the people she loved. Whether it was time with our friends from Marblehead or those special days in Clam Harbor at the Sandcastle Festival, Bev made every occasion feel like an event, every group feel like a family. Please know you're not alone in this loss. Bev touched so many lives, and her spirit lives on in every story, every laugh, every moment she helped create. If you ever want to remember her together or simply sit with someone who misses her too, I'm here. With our deepest heartfelt sympathy Kathy and Scott MacLeod

  • 01/12/2026

    Peggy Drew

    I'm sorry for your loss she was my sister in law Peggy Barkhouse Drew

  • 01/12/2026

    Marnie Ritcey

    I am so sorry to learn of Bev's passing, she always seemed larger than life to me. I admired her adventurous spirit and creativity so much. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  • 01/12/2026

    Jane Bennett Rafuse Bowern

    A dear friend for over 60 years, especially so when I moved back to Canada 5 years ago, I'm going to miss our midnight talks, Lunenburg trips, , visits at our respective cottages on the Eastern Shore, she was so looking forward to a better year....I'll miss you Beverley!💞

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