Obituary for Mary Beauprez
Mary Beauprez died at Applewood Living Center April 9, 2014. She was 103 years old.
Born, February 20, 1911, at home in Mead, CO. to Ernest and Leontine Cnockaert, she was the daughter of immigrants from Langemark, Belgium. After working for some time in Colorado coal mines, the family moved to the farm homestead near Stoneham, CO. Here Mary spent her early years.
She remembered, with fondness, the horse and buggy trips to and from grade school. Determined to complete high school, she rode horseback to get there until later when riding the school bus became an option. As at-home obligations became more demanding, she, with the cooperation and encouragement of her high school instructor, satisfied curriculum requirements via correspondence. She took great pride in achieving her diploma. After graduation she moved to the Boulder area where she worked as a live-in maid.
She married Julius Beauprez, November 11, 1933. Together they worked rented farmland until they eventually purchased their own 360 acres north of Longmont on Highway 66. The couple tended the irrigated acreage; raised poultry and marketed eggs; raised and sold Herefords; and, kept a dairy herd as well. They eventually designed and built a brick home on the property. Here they lived and maintained their life until they retired from farm living and moved to the “city” (Longmont).
In her younger years, Mrs. Beauprez enjoyed sewing, needlework, crocheting and quilting. She entered competitions and won many awards, particularly for her baking. She, as well, had a particular fondness for roses and excelled in raising them.
Mrs. Beauprez took several memorable trips in her lifetime. She and her husband traveled to Europe to visit their daughter, Patricia Craven (their only child) and her family in their home in Paris, France. From there Mr. and Mrs. Beauprez made a journey through the historical “Old Country.” They looked up relatives as they toured Belgium, the homeland of both their ancestors. Other travels included trips throughout the U.S. mainland and two excursions to the Hawaiian Islands.
Her parents, husband, and, sisters preceded her in death. Her daughter (Patricia Beauprez Craven), three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild survive her.
She will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, loyal friend, and, a highly respected mentor and family matriarc
Mary Beauprez died at Applewood Living Center April 9, 2014. She was 103 years old.
Born, February 20, 1911, at home in Mead, CO. to Ernest and Leontine Cnockaert, she was the daughter of immigrants from Langemark, Belgium. After working for some time in Colorado coal mines, the family moved to the farm homestead near Stoneham, CO. Here Mary spent her early years.
She remembered, with fondness, the horse and buggy trips to and from grade school. Determined to complete high school, she rode horseback to get there until later when riding the school bus became an option. As at-home obligations became more demanding, she, with the cooperation and encouragement of her high school instructor, satisfied curriculum requirements via correspondence. She took great pride in achieving her diploma. After graduation she moved to the Boulder area where she worked as a live-in maid.
She married Julius Beauprez, November 11, 1933. Together they worked rented farmland until they eventually purchased their own 360 acres north of Longmont on Highway 66. The couple tended the irrigated acreage; raised poultry and marketed eggs; raised and sold Herefords; and, kept a dairy herd as well. They eventually designed and built a brick home on the property. Here they lived and maintained their life until they retired from farm living and moved to the “city” (Longmont).
In her younger years, Mrs. Beauprez enjoyed sewing, needlework, crocheting and quilting. She entered competitions and won many awards, particularly for her baking. She, as well, had a particular fondness for roses and excelled in raising them.
Mrs. Beauprez took several memorable trips in her lifetime. She and her husband traveled to Europe to visit their daughter, Patricia Craven (their only child) and her family in their home in Paris, France. From there Mr. and Mrs. Beauprez made a journey through the historical “Old Country.” They looked up relatives as they toured Belgium, the homeland of both their ancestors. Other travels included trips throughout the U.S. mainland and two excursions to the Hawaiian Islands.
Her parents, husband, and, sisters preceded her in death. Her daughter (Patricia Beauprez Craven), three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild survive her.
She will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, loyal friend, and, a highly respected mentor and family matriarc
Obituary for Mary Beauprez
Mary Beauprez died at Applewood Living Center April 9, 2014. She was 103 years old.
Born, February 20, 1911, at home in Mead, CO. to Ernest and Leontine Cnockaert, she was the daughter of immigrants from Langemark, Belgium. After working for some time in Colorado coal mines, the family moved to the farm homestead near Stoneham, CO. Here Mary spent her early years.
She remembered, with fondness, the horse and buggy trips to and from grade school. Determined to complete high school, she rode horseback to get there until later when riding the school bus became an option. As at-home obligations became more demanding, she, with the cooperation and encouragement of her high school instructor, satisfied curriculum requirements via correspondence. She took great pride in achieving her diploma. After graduation she moved to the Boulder area where she worked as a live-in maid.
She married Julius Beauprez, November 11, 1933. Together they worked rented farmland until they eventually purchased their own 360 acres north of Longmont on Highway 66. The couple tended the irrigated acreage; raised poultry and marketed eggs; raised and sold Herefords; and, kept a dairy herd as well. They eventually designed and built a brick home on the property. Here they lived and maintained their life until they retired from farm living and moved to the “city” (Longmont).
In her younger years, Mrs. Beauprez enjoyed sewing, needlework, crocheting and quilting. She entered competitions and won many awards, particularly for her baking. She, as well, had a particular fondness for roses and excelled in raising them.
Mrs. Beauprez took several memorable trips in her lifetime. She and her husband traveled to Europe to visit their daughter, Patricia Craven (their only child) and her family in their home in Paris, France. From there Mr. and Mrs. Beauprez made a journey through the historical “Old Country.” They looked up relatives as they toured Belgium, the homeland of both their ancestors. Other travels included trips throughout the U.S. mainland and two excursions to the Hawaiian Islands.
Her parents, husband, and, sisters preceded her in death. Her daughter (Patricia Beauprez Craven), three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild survive her.
She will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, loyal friend, and, a highly respected mentor and family matriarc
Mary Beauprez died at Applewood Living Center April 9, 2014. She was 103 years old.
Born, February 20, 1911, at home in Mead, CO. to Ernest and Leontine Cnockaert, she was the daughter of immigrants from Langemark, Belgium. After working for some time in Colorado coal mines, the family moved to the farm homestead near Stoneham, CO. Here Mary spent her early years.
She remembered, with fondness, the horse and buggy trips to and from grade school. Determined to complete high school, she rode horseback to get there until later when riding the school bus became an option. As at-home obligations became more demanding, she, with the cooperation and encouragement of her high school instructor, satisfied curriculum requirements via correspondence. She took great pride in achieving her diploma. After graduation she moved to the Boulder area where she worked as a live-in maid.
She married Julius Beauprez, November 11, 1933. Together they worked rented farmland until they eventually purchased their own 360 acres north of Longmont on Highway 66. The couple tended the irrigated acreage; raised poultry and marketed eggs; raised and sold Herefords; and, kept a dairy herd as well. They eventually designed and built a brick home on the property. Here they lived and maintained their life until they retired from farm living and moved to the “city” (Longmont).
In her younger years, Mrs. Beauprez enjoyed sewing, needlework, crocheting and quilting. She entered competitions and won many awards, particularly for her baking. She, as well, had a particular fondness for roses and excelled in raising them.
Mrs. Beauprez took several memorable trips in her lifetime. She and her husband traveled to Europe to visit their daughter, Patricia Craven (their only child) and her family in their home in Paris, France. From there Mr. and Mrs. Beauprez made a journey through the historical “Old Country.” They looked up relatives as they toured Belgium, the homeland of both their ancestors. Other travels included trips throughout the U.S. mainland and two excursions to the Hawaiian Islands.
Her parents, husband, and, sisters preceded her in death. Her daughter (Patricia Beauprez Craven), three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild survive her.
She will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, loyal friend, and, a highly respected mentor and family matriarc
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