Beverly Ann Iott, 76, of Traverse City, died peacefully at Hospice House on Aug 15, 2012, surrounded by her family.
Surviving Bev are her children, Dennis (Dawn) of Kalkaska, Karen Fischer (Randy) of Ottawa Lake, Melanie Vergote (Charley) of Kalkaska, Cathie Rourke (Paul) of Bloomfield Hills, Gina Galihugh (Ron) of Sterling, VA, Sheri (Gordon Sly) of Grand Rapids, Greg (Bonnie) of Kalkaska, and Chris (Amanda) of Jackson as well as her beloved friend/former husband, Ralph. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, and her sister, Scharis Nyburg (Don) and brother, Bob Brown (Jean).
She is preceded in death by her mother, Hazel Wadswroth and her father, Ernest Hills.
Visitation was held from 4-7pm Sat, Aug 18, at New Hope Community Church in Williamsburg. A celebration of Bev's life took place at 1pm Sun, Aug 19 at New Hope with a reception following. A private burial will be held.
Memorials may be directed to Detroit Cristo Rey, a college-prep high school for economically disadvantaged students, or Munson Hospice House of Traverse City.
Bev will be remembered for the love she had for her family, friends, and God... and for her oatmeal bread.
