Beverly Brainard

Monday, Jul 07, 2008 - 10:22:59 am CDT
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Beverly K. Brainard, 62, of Fremont died Saturday, July 5, 2008, at Arbor Manor Living Center in Fremont.

She was born June 1, 1946, in Fremont to Francis W. and Helen G. (Jansen) Brainard. She had lived her whole life in Fremont. She worked at the former Al’s Cafe in Fremont for 18 years and for First Data Telemarketing in Omaha for several years. She was a foster parent for Nebraska Health and Human Services and had raised many foster children throughout her life.

She was a member of The Presbyterian Church in Fremont and Fremont Eagles Club Auxiliary 200.

Survivors include: a son, David Brainard of Fremont; a daughter, Shelly Knoell of Fremont; special friend, George Blum of Fremont; three grandchildren and many foster children.

She also was preceded in death by a sister.

The memorial service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at The Presbyterian Church in Fremont with the Rev. Earl Underwood officiating. There will be no visitation, but friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Moser Memorial Chapel in Fremont and one hour prior to service time Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Fremont.

Online condolences may be left at www.mosermemorialchapels.com.

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Nancy Fees
Jul 7, 2008 11:56 AM
My condolences to Beverly's family on this loss. When I graduated with her at FHS and she was quiet and very nice. I'm sure that she remained sweet and caring over the years. I'll keep keep her family and friends in my prayers.
Cindy Larry and family
Jul 7, 2008 12:20 PM
To the Family,
I haven't known your Mom all that long, but she was a very special person. She was a special friend to Dad(George) and we will all miss her. You are in our prayers during this time and always. God bless you.
The Huisman Family
Paula Winkowski
Jul 7, 2008 12:42 PM
David,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a good friend to my Mom, Dorothy. Bev meant so much to her and all of us Boggy kids. We had alot of good times as kids playing cards and going to garage sales. My prayers are with you and your family. I will miss "Bevvie"

Paula (Boggy) Winkowski
Nancy Boyles
Jul 7, 2008 2:05 PM
To Bev's family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a wonderful woman and friend. She will truly be missed by many. Take Care and God Bless you.
Angi Cooper
Jul 7, 2008 4:09 PM
Shelly,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I hope that you are doing okay during this time.
Take care and God bless,
Tran, Angi, Kobe & Ashlei
Julie Sheridan
Jul 7, 2008 10:53 PM
Bev was a wonderful,kind and gentle lady who did so much for others. She babysat for my son many years ago and I was a friend of her sister Karen. I know they are together once again.
My heart goes out to David, Shelly and the rest of the family at this time. I know how much you will miss her. My love and sympathy, Julie
Paulette Steffensmeier
Jul 8, 2008 10:17 AM
I didn't know Bev to long, I did cleaning for her, when she lived at Stanton Towers, I do know she will be missed by her family. David and Hanna, remember that she Loved you very much. She's left everyone with lots of great memories. My sympathy goes to all of her family, and to George too. Paulette
Jody Lamuel
Jul 8, 2008 10:49 AM
David,

You and your sister and brother have my thoughts and prayers with you at this time. I am really sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was and even in death will always be my cousin. She will be missed and GOD be with you and your family.
Jacque Stork
Jul 8, 2008 11:45 AM
Dave and Shelly, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful lady and so full of love for all the children that came into her life. She is special to us as I'm sure to many others, she will be forever in our hearts. I will always be greatful for the love and care she gave to Shaylee, as she was the only full time sitter Shaylee has ever had. May you feel the love and happiness as she watches over you! Love ~ Jacque and Shaylee Stork
Arbor Manor
Jul 8, 2008 12:59 PM
To the family of Bev Brainard,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We will all miss Bev tremondously. She was a pleasure to be around. She joked with all the staff and enlightened our days. She will be forever in our hearts.
God Bless
Rebecka Iwan
Jul 8, 2008 4:26 PM
I had the opportunity to work with Bev for a short while. What a great lady. We had a lot of fun. I am sure she will be missed by alot of people.
Peggy Boggy
Jul 9, 2008 11:49 AM
David: I was so sorry to hear about your mom. We have so many special memories of her and your Aunt Karen. We spent many fun times at your house. Your mom and Karen showed us how to do "The Stroll" and shared their love of Elvis with us. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
jeff nolan
Jul 9, 2008 6:26 PM
i'm sorry for you loss Bev was good person with a great big heart, this world is a lesser place with her gone, but at least she's in a better place and she will not be forgotten
Jerry and Maxine Bennett
Jul 9, 2008 7:52 PM
Our deepest sympathy to your family, may God comfort you.
Katrina Rodgers CMA Arbor Manor
Jul 9, 2008 11:01 PM
Bev was a joy to be around. she always called everyone by name and asked how we were doing and always had a smile. She will be greatly missed.
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