Anne Beatty (née Hoy) passed away on June 16, 2023 in Victoria, British Columbia. She was born in East Orange, New Jersey on May 13, 1941 and grew up in Bloomfield, New Jersey. She married her husband, Edward Joseph Beatty, on August 17, 1963.
Predeceased by her mother, Mary Hoy, and her brother, Dan Hoy; Anne is survived by her husband, Ed; her aunt Marie; her sister-in-law, Toni Hoy and niece Samantha; children, Ned (Perrin), Ken, and Andrew; grandchildren, Reilly, Dalles, and Alden, and the family dog, Kihei. She will be missed by many other relatives and friends.
At the beginning of their life together, Anne and Ed moved many times while Ed was enlisted in the US Army. Her son Ned was born during their posting in Tacoma, Washington. While posted in SHAPE, Belgium, her son Ken was born. Shortly after, the family moved to Columbus, Georgia, where Anne made some of her longest lasting friendships.
In 1976, Anne and Ed moved a final time to Victoria, BC, and her son Andrew was born two years later. Anne and Ed established a beautiful life together in Victoria, raising their family and some cherished cats. As well as managing the Victoria Ortho Lab for over 20 years, Anne was an active leader in her community with ties to the Holy Cross Church Parish, Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, Operatic Society, Victoria Ballet Theatre, Storytellers Guild, book clubs, and Goward House. She was an avid reader of literature, an art connoisseur, a fabulous cook, a CBC radio listener, a fan of Leonard Cohen, and a sharp bridge player.
A service for Anne will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at the Holy Cross Catholic Church (4049 Gordon Head Road, Victoria, BC), followed by a reception at Holy Cross for friends and family to celebrate her life.
A live stream of the service will also be available. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the March of Dimes or the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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John and Sandy Barney The lovely service for Anne at Holy Cross Church has just ended and it was indeed a beautiful tribute to a dear and wonderful person. We are privileged to have known Anne and her family for over 50 years, dating back to the time they lived in Europe. For my two years as their neighbor in SHAPE, Belgium, Anne and Ed were always larger-than-life people in my world, both professionally and socially, and our friendship has endured through their moves to Georgia and then to their adopted home in Victoria. In fact, it is not really their adopted home… though she is an American, Anne and her family are true Canadian citizens in every way. Anne was always able to reach out easily to make new friends all over again, wherever her family’s moves would transport her, but I know that in her heart Canada became her real home. Anne was a loving and gracious person, a loyal and dedicated partner to her husband Ed, and a fabulously caring mom to her three boys. To us, she has been a true friend in every sense of the word, always a source of wisdom and inspiration. Oh, and she had a sense of humor, too. And, she really knew how to throw a party. And oh yes, as son Ned said in his eloquent address to the congregation today, she could really cook! In his list of the foods she excelled at, unfortunately he omitted her cannelloni…what an error that was, Ned! One last thing: we loved that she chose Leonard Cohen’s most famous song to be sung today in her honor. We will miss you, Dear Anne.
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June Kapitan and Bill Szabo Our hearts are with Ed and all Anne’s dear family and friends. Anne was particularly kind to me when I was an “impossible” teen, and we had many wonderful conversations in the last few years that I will cherish forever. She thought deeply and with admirable compassion about the tough stuff in life, was so proud of her children and grandkids, and humble about her own accomplishments. Early in their relationship, I remember my mother and Ed shopping together for a present for her – they chose a beautiful crystal necklace that matched the color of her eyes – I will always think of her with eyes lit up – a window into her grace, humor, kindness, and gravitas!
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Rick Burns My deepest sympathies to the family. It was a pleasure to know Anne while living in Osoyoos. Anne was a positive personality and a pleasure to be with. Thank you for being such a bright light for all those years. You made the world a much better place.
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Elizabeth Zacks Anne, of course I miss you dreadfully, but I know how you suffered the last few months.
All I can think of are Paul’s words from 1st Corinthians: “sown in dishonour, raised in glory; sown in weakness, and raised in power”.
I’m thinking of you whole and full of life, and one day we will see each other again and laugh.
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Cousin Gary Prayers to the Family in time of sorrow. God Bless you all. Rip Ann
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Maria and Tony Heemskerk We were shocked to hear of your passing. We enjoyed knowing you and loving you for your advice and opinions. We loved your candid view of the world. You were a vibrant person. Our condolences to Ed and all the family.
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Vanessa & Charlie Velikovsky Ed, Ned, Ken and Andrew: Our hearts go out to you to lose such a beautiful woman – inside and out. I’ll always remember the night she crossed the street to look after Jay and Kyle while we ran to the hospital to give birth to Chelsie. She was just that type of person that was always willing to help. Her sense of humour was something we loved. She had that dry sarcasm that could lighten things up. Charlie and I will see you at the funeral and we are here if you need any support or help with anything.
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John Wright My sincere condolences to the Beatty family.
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Gail Hollingshead Anne was a true dearheart…kind through and through. She was so kind to me many years ago when we moved to Victoria and I joined the Victoria Service League. She truly was one of the people in our world who left leaving the world a better place. She will be missed by so many, and in so many different ways. To her dear family our deepest sympathy.
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Jennifer Pengilly So very sad with the loss of Anne, and even sadder that Chris and I cannot be at her service. She was an amazing friend and we spent many happy times together at Jazzercise, Junior League,Bridge and Ballet performances. Together we visited Seattle, Vegas, Yellowpoint, and an Alaskan cruise. Anne was loving, kind,elegant ,and smart in every way. She will be missed and remembered always. Sincere condolences to Ed, and all the Beatty family
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Yvonne Hsieh Anne was one of the most elegant, talented, energetic and dignified women I’ve ever known. In my mind, I can still see her standing at the lectern of Holy Cross Church, giving regular updates of parish affairs in her role as Chair of Parish Council. How we will miss that deep mezzo voice! I remember the dinner party she threw for all her women friends to celebrate her 65th birthday – and all the well-deserved tributes she received on that occasion. My sincere condolences to Ed and all the family.
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Jacqueline Wrinch Anne – A lovely , kind, nice, lady. She has left a little space in life that no one can fill.
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Kevin Murphy You were a great woman. Raised three great kids. Lived a full life with Ed and gave so much to your kids, grandkids, friends and community. No doubt you left an impact on this world. I am so lucky to count you as a friend. Rest in Peace. ♡
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Williie & Gerri Chan Condolences to the Beatty Family.
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Kerrilee Jones Ed, Ned, Kenneth, Andrew, and family. I am so sorry to hear of Anne’s death. Although I haven’t seen her in a few years, when I reflect back on my memories of my parents Anne is often there. She was such a long time friend of my mom’s and became a part of my life as well. She always made me laugh and I looked forward to seeing her when I knew she would be visiting my mom. She sent me a cat card for my birthday for so many years…she had such a big heart. The grief is overwhelming at times but beautiful memories lay beyond that bring us comfort and joy that never fades. Hugs and love to all of you.
I would love to be at Anne’s service but Maddie, Chelsea, and I are away leaving July 3. I will be there in spirit.
My condolences to Ed, Ned, Kenneth and Andrew and extended families. I am so sorry for your loss. Anne was such a great friend to my Mom especially. I have such fond fond memories of dinner parties and serious bridge games with a lot of laughter that Anne seemed to always be in the middle of… I’m sorry I didn’t hear about the service until now, but I will always remember Anne fondly.