Beverly Mackie
December 09, 2014
If you had the privilege of meeting Beverly Mackie, you know she was one of a kind. Strong willed and mindful, she was an amazing wife, mother and friend. On Tuesday, December 9th, Beverly Ann Mackie peacefully passed away in the hospital due to complications from a recent fall at her home.
Beverly was born October 12, 1932 and was a life-long resident of Des Moines. She considered herself a proud Iowan. She is remembered in death by her loving husband Robert, her son Michael as well as her younger siblings Tom Bryan (Barbara) and Karen Watkins (Larry).
Bev spent years in accounting and was the ultimate problem solver in and out of the office. An avid gardener, she loved planting flowers and spending time outside. Indoors, you could often find her in the kitchen perfecting the ultimate recipe.
Her true joy and happiness came from her husband and son. Beverly and Robert were married for nearly 60 years. After 15 years of marriage, son Michael arrived and completed the family. A proud mother, Bev enjoyed seeing her son excel in his TV career. She and Bob spent much of their later years traveling and sightseeing – visiting many close relatives across the pond in England.
Her warm, yet no-nonsense style often came in handy and was one of her many admired qualities. She will be forever remembered for her razor sharp wit, compassion and giving spirit. Visitation will be this Saturday, December 13th between 3 and 6 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home (Downtown).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SAVE, Inc. (www.saveinckc.org) Condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Helen Hershley
12/13/2014
Bob, & Michael, I'm so sad to hear about these last few days my heart is so sad, I loved my neighbor & friend. I'll be thinking about you both everyday. Love You.
Reid Cooper
12/12/2014
I met and learned to love Beverly seven years ago when I reconnected with her husband and my first cousin Robert "Bob" Mackie. I made the 2007 trip back to Des Moines where I was born and grew up nearly 50 years previously. It was a great time seeing cousins I hadn't seen in ages and Beverly and Bob were instrumental in making it happen.
I appreciated their kindness then and through the years since. As time progressed during the intervening years I got to know Beverly pretty well from frequent phone calls back and forth, and I appreciated her forthright manner and her sense of humor. She will be sorely missed by her husband Bob, son Michael and by me and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
May God bless and keep this family!
Janelle Roquet Schultz
12/12/2014
Bob, My mother, Ione Roquet, told me about Bev's passing this morning. We are so sorry about your loss. I know you and Bev have been dear friends to my mom and dad for many years. My mom was very grateful for your support through my dad's ordeal. Bev was so good about checking in with my mom. I believe that Bev is with my dad and Herman Miller playing cards and catching up. Deepest sympathy to you and your family from the family of Dwight Roquet.
Deb Nelson
12/11/2014
Bob, so sorry to hear about Bev. Always sad when they are taken from us so soon. I'm sure she's celebrating her new life in Heaven and catching up with her friends that are there. She was a wonderful lady!
BOB & LAURA TUCKER
12/11/2014
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BEV.WE HAD MANY HAPPY WEDNESDAY SUPPERS WITH YOU & BEV. SHE WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN. GOD BE WITH YOU.
Don and Sandy Nelson?
12/11/2014
Bob __We are so sorry on Bev still cannot believe it. You have our thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Mann (T and the Yums)
12/11/2014
Michael,
The love and respect you had for your Mom was crystal clear in your words and actions. My deepest sympathy to you and your Dad. Much love, me
GLEN ERICKSON
12/10/2014
My deepest sympathy and condolences to my John Deere friend Bob Mackie on the death of his wife, Beverly