Bea is survived by her three children, Debi (James) Wiersma, Bob (Tracey) Hanson, and Barb Hanson, six grandchildren, Caitlin, Cody (Samantha), Andie (Delwin), Parker, Ashley, and Micaila; three great-grandchildren, Austin, Rowan, and Xavier. She is also survived by her brother, Don (Lyla) McLaren, and their children Tracy, David, and Leanne.

She was predeceased by her husband, Robert “Bob” Hanson, parents, Connie and Roy McLaren, and her little sister Kathy McLaren.

A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in Bea’s name to the Alzheimer Association at www.alzheimer.ca