Beverly Anne Gray
Date of Passing:
Beverly Anne Gray (Beardsley), 85, of Turner Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on July 23, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Home, Bristol, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Gray Sr.
Born in Albany, NY, a daughter of the late Warren and Angeline (Librale) Beardsley, she lived in Riverside for 60 years.
Beverly attended Bryant College and graduated from the University of Rhode Island, Class of 1988 where she received her bachelor’s degree.
Mrs. Gray was a social worker for Self Help Inc., Riverside for 15 years before retiring in 2005.
Beverly was a communicant of St. Brendan Church. She enjoyed traveling, playing the piano, drawing, sketching, painting and spending time with her loving grandchildren.
A sports enthusiast, she was a devoted New England sports fan.
She is survived by her children, Robert E. Gray Jr. and his wife Sharon Schifino Gray of Warren, Mathew W. Gray of Riverside and Holly Baird and her husband Thomas of San Diego, CA and two grandchildren, Liam Baird and Brynne Baird.
Her Funeral will be held on Friday August 2, 2024 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 10 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Calling Hours are Friday Morning from 8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Beverly’s memory to East Providence Fire & Rescue, 913 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914 would be deeply appreciated.
We are deeply saddened to hear of your mom’s passing and are sending you all our love and hugs during this difficult time. I fondly remember attending your parents’ wedding anniversary as a teenager and meeting my wonderful cousins for the first time, a memory that will always stay with me. I had hoped to reconnect our families and enjoyed my conversations with your mom. I regret we weren’t able to connect in person. It was something my Mom and cousin Bev had hoped. I will pray that the next generation of cousins can create new memories together. We are sorry we are unable to be there in person but please know that your mom was very special to us and know she touched many lives. Her love and legacy will live on in all of us. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings, Trisha, Ron, Lexi and Pat
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’m fortunate I had the chance to get to know her on her visits to SD to spend time with Holly and her family, who she clearly loved beyond words. Sending heartfelt condolences to all
Aunt Bev, I will cherish all the memories! Love and miss you.
I have absolutely NO doubt that my Uncle Tickets was waiting for my beautiful Aunt Bevy at the Pearly Gates! And my Mother, Father, Uncle Franny and Sport were right behind him!! They are together again and definitely laughing, maybe even ordering burgers at “The Brown Bear” so Uncle Franny can watch the cook run back and forth making like he has a full staff, when in fact, he is the only employee! So although my heart hurts for Rob, Matt, Holly and their families, my heart is also full knowing heaven got another angel. Rob, Matt, Holly, please know I am here for anything that you need. Aunt Bevy brings back the most wonderful of memories. Whenever I think of her I always smile. I love you all xoxo
I loved Mrs. Gray always happy, I don’t ever recall seeing her angry. (Also, very tolerant). Just a very sweet woman. My condolences to Rob, Matt, Holly, Sharon, Tom, Liam and Brynne. You all were very fortunate to have such a wonderful woman as your matriarch.
I am very sorry for your loss.
I always enjoyed talking to Bev after daily Mass. I will miss her. God rest your soul Bev, and be at peace.
To The Gray Family, I am so sorry of your Mom’s Passing. May She Rest in Peace and God Bless Her.
Bev was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her kindness, wisdom and unwavering love for her family. Bev’s/Grammy’s legacy will live on through the beautiful memories and the values she instilled in all of us.
Driving past Beverly’s Home yesterday and activity going on.
My son was driving and I started to speak of her.. we were friends years ago when our sons were in high school. Lovely gal enjoyed her company. Today first item on FB stating she had passed. What a coincidence!!!! To her children my condolences to a lovely mother.
I’m saddened to hear of your mom’s passing, sending you all my love and hugs at this most difficult time. I remember growing up we would come and visit on our summer vacations and have the best time. Your Dad was my Dads best friend. Keep your memories of her close and she will always be with you.
🩵🕯️ Love you Aunt Bev. I imagine you’re joining Uncle Bobby, Grammie, Rose, and Gil for tea.
I am heartbroken to hear of your mom’s passing. I will always remember her fondly. I pray that your memories of her and love for each other will give you strength and bring you joy as she joins your dad in eternal rest.
Peace 🙏
Such fond memories of growing up in Riverside with the Grays.