Obituary of Beverley Ann Scobie

August 5, 1948 - Calgary, Alberta

January 24, 2024 - Calgary, Alberta

In loving memory of Beverley Scobie, a woman whose foremost identity was that of a devoted and loving mother. Born in Calgary in 1948 to Robert and Irene Cairns, Beverley's life was defined by the unwavering love she showered upon her children, Kathryn (Jon) Paul and Robert (Megan). She peacefully passed away on January 24th, surrounded by family and love.

Beverley was not only a dedicated mother but also a cherished partner to Robert Rohl, and together, they shared many adventures that enriched their lives. Her journey included academic achievement, earning an accounting degree from the University of Calgary. Her professional excellence was highlighted by the prestigious Alberta Gold Medal, awarded for her outstanding performance on her Chartered Accountant (CA) final exams. Beyond numbers, Beverley's true talent and joy were found in creative tasks, reflected in her impeccable sense of decor that graced her beautiful home and garden.

A pillar of strength and support for her family, Beverley embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood with grace. Her involvement extended beyond her immediate circle, as she generously volunteered at her children's schools and engaged in charitable endeavors within her community.

Beverley is survived by her partner Robert Rohl, children, Kathryn (Jon) Paul, and Robert (Megan); and cherished grandchildren, Carter and Lucas. She is predeceased by her sister Wendy and parents Irene and Robert Cairns.

Beverley was a spiritual woman and believed in a higher power. While volunteering for Hospice Calgary, she wrote the following obituary for herself:

Beverley was a woman who was, first and foremost, a loving mother. Her primary goal while raising her children was to accept the awesome responsibility God had entrusted to her with wisdom, love, and compassion. When the children gained maturity, she was able to accept her diminished role, she was able to gracefully step back and allow her children to take on their own responsibility for their own lives She was able to resist the urge to cling and control. She came to understand that their free will was a gift bestowed on them by God, as was her own. She gave unconditional love, believing that parenthood was God's way of teaching humanity about the unconditional love He has for each of us.

The parallel between her relationship with her children and her relationship with God eventually taught her gratitude for all the blessings in her life, for all the unconditional love and the lessons God made available to her each day, as she tried to provide and allow life's necessary lessons to be experienced by her children. They were her teachers as much as she was theirs.

She was a feelings expert. There were many times when she wished she could turn off that ability to empathize, but the tears that came so easily to her eyes were balanced by the laughter that also was so easily evoked.

She eventually learned the balance between her own needs and her aversion to conflict. She learned about the balance between self-love and supplication. She learned that God wanted her to love herself as much as she loved others.

Her major task in her lifetime was to learn patience, and God gave her endless opportunities to practice it. Although it was a quality she never mastered, she came closer each day as she struggled to live in the moment and to appreciate the precious nature of her existence on earth.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Beverley’s family here.

In living memory of Beverley Scobie, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Calgary Crematorium, 3219 – 4th Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2M 3A6, Telephone: 403-299-0111.