Beverly Deane Gillespie Probert
July 26, 1926 - September 21, 2015
Beverly Deane Gillespie Probert passed away September 21, 2015, in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the age of 89. She was born July 26, 1926 in Tooele, Utah to Sophronia McAllister Hennefer and John Green Gillespie. She was raised in Tooele, one of four children. She married Oren Karl Probert on November 6, 1946, in the Salt lake LDS Temple in a ceremony performed by the Apostle John A. Widtsoe. Oren passed away in September of 1982. They
resided in Tooele in their early years but lived most of their married life in Elko, Nevada. She was a resident of Centerville, Utah, from 1985 – 2012 before moving to Salt Lake City to reside with family
She was beautiful, intelligent and had a wonderful sense of humor. She was blessed with a beautiful singing voice and music in her soul. She had extensive classical vocal training from a young age and participated in productions, community and church programs as well as at numerous funerals. She realized a lifelong dream as a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir from 1980 – 1986. She was a faithful member of the LDS Church and served in many callings.
Mom had a tremendous capacity to love and comfort family and friends. She also served in the communities where she resided and especially enjoyed her years as a Hogle Zoo docent and tutoring adults through the Literacy Action Program. She loved music, children, bird watching and all animals. She enjoyed lifelong education and received an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts in 1977 from the Northern Nevada Community College in Elko, Nevada, where she was the 51-year-old valedictorian.
She is survived by her loving daughter and devoted son-in-law, Patrice and George Lindsay; brother Wallace Don Gillespie; step- grandson Christopher (Mindie) Lindsay and an extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband; son William Scott Probert; parents; and brothers Keith and Blaine Gillespie.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 26th at 11:00 AM, with a light brunch to follow from 11:30-1:00 PM all at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Complimentary valet parking will be provided on the north side of the building. A Graveside remembrance will be held at 2:00 PM at Tooele City Cemetery, 361 S 100 E Tooele, Utah 84074.
The family would like to thank the staff at Holladay Health Care for their compassionate care.
In Loving Memory
Dear Family, I was so sorry to hear about Beverly. I was blessed to be in the same Ward with her for many years. She taught my daughter Katie and my son Nicholas piano lessons. I am so grateful for the many talents she shared with my kids and I. She was a beautiful lady and I loved her dearly.
Delise Herem
Centerville, Ut
My condolences go out to your family. As you prepare to lay your loved one to rest, may you find comfort from your Bible at Psalms 34:18. ? HE? is close to the brokenhearted and crushed in spirit." This verse has helped me when dealing with the loss of loves ones
anouch
nan, nan
We who grew up in Elko remember Beautiful Beverly so well! With her voice and that early snow-whiting hair she must have been an angel, heaven sent! A soft spoken, hard singing woman who was remarkably cultured and intelligent. Consider a condolence visit home with us, Patrice. Love you, the Skivingtons mailing address?
Jack Gretchen Skivington
Spring Creek, Nv
Dear Don, I,m back in Salt Lake City now, I am unable to join with you on Sat. Please call me at 1-303-549-3888. So very sorry about the loss of your sister Beverly. Sincerely Bill
Bill Green
Salt Lake City,, Ut
Thank you for putting Beverly's obituary in our paper. I loved Beverly and have often thought of her; She had a beautiful spirit and no doubt the best voice I have ever heard. My love to you and your family, Pat. How blessed to have a knowledge of the gospel to be of comfort.
Jenece Howard
Elko, NV
My condolences to the family during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss. Please find comfort and hope in Gods promise found at Revelation 21:3,4.
R gray
nan, nan
Jill & I were so happy to be able to attend Beverly's Service. It was lovely & we so enjoyed hearing her sing again! Wayne loved hearing about it & was sorry he couldn't attend. Our love to you and George. You have been a good daughter & son-in-law. Thanks! I know she appreciated your care & love.
Arlene Skeem
Twin Falls, Id
Pat, so sorry to hear about your mom. I'm sure she and my mom are catching up in heaven. I have fond memories of your family as we grew up together as neighbors.
Michele Uriarte
Elko, NV
My condolences to the family during this difficult time. Please find comfort and hope in Gods promise found at Revelation 21:3,4.
R gray
nan, nan
Patty, I am so sorry to hear about you mom. I always loved all of your family. I am your cousin Helen Jones Gochnour. Your dad and mom were always so kind to Cherie, Dick and I. She was a wonderful, kind and beautiful woman, inside and out. You were so very lucky to have her as your mother. Love to you and your family, Helen
Helen Gochnour
Burley, Id
I helped Beverly in her home in Tooele for a short time. We became friends and corresponded each Christmas there after she left to go to Centerville. She was a lovely person. I have a treasured little box she brought to me after a Tabernacle Choir tour. I remember her love for her loving cat and her care for him. I will miss hearing from her.
Marilyn Asay
Tooele, Ut
Hi Don, it has been many years since we last saw each other. My cousin and your friend ,LaVar Adams ,called me from his home in California. He heard that Beverly had passed away and he wanted to know if I could give him an update. He would like to talk to ?Square?!! I don't think he has email. This is his home and phone. LaVar Adams 214 Camila, Anaheim Ca. 92804. 714, 772 3452 I am mailing him the obituary and what I think is your telephone number. I remember what a beautiful voice Beverly had. I remember when she married he husband. The last time I saw old Tooele friends was at Margene Steinbach Green's funeral. For years ,my over the fence neighbor, was the daughter of Jack Crellin and I did not know that until after she had moved. My son Steve Elliott is the head PGA Golf professional at Bonneville Golf Course . One day Ken Crellin signed up to play Bonneville and Steve asked him is he was from Tooele. I hope you and Var have a happy phone conversation. Funerals are not so bad when they bring old friends together. CLASS of 46 Monnie Brown Elliott
Monnie Brown Elliott
Salt Lake City, Ut