It is with great sadness that on April 9, 2020, Beverly “Bev” (Roberts) Rice was granted her angel wings at the age of 82.
Born and raised in Brockton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Bernice (Hayes) Roberts. Most of her adult life was spent raising her five children in East Bridgewater. Second to her family was her career. She worked for Mupac, Inc. in Brockton for many years until she retired.
“We children are who we are because of our mom who gave us everything she could. She touched so many people and those who were fortunate enough to have known her know that her quality of existence brought happiness to so many. She instilled in us the importance of kindness and love, and always gave us courage, support, hope and reminded us of the preciousness of life. Her smile would light up a room.”
Beverly was an avid fan of the Patriots. She loved to paint, crochet, make puzzles, play bingo and bowl. She was also a CCD teacher at St. John’s Church in East Bridgewater.
Beverly will be greatly missed for the joy and values she instilled in those lives she touched. She is survived by her loving children, Barbara and Michael Van Leer of Rehobeth Beach, DE, Patricia Mauro of Braintree MA, Michael Mauro of Braintree MA, Ricky and Karen Leedberg of Berkley MA, Lisa and Mark Corriveau of Middleboro MA; nephews, Bobby and Scott Martin; grandchildren, Cindy Testa, Jessica Chan, Samantha Leedberg, Robert Petrie, Scott and David Mauro, Christopher Benson and Eric and Sean Marshall; and great grandchildren. Beverly now joins her late sister Sandra Martin and her parents.
Due to COVID-19 guidelines, private family services will be held.