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In Memoriam
Beverly Rozendaal
Beverly Anne Rozendaal died suddenly on Wednesday November 18, 2020 in Chico due to complications from a prior surgery. She spent the last few months with her daughters, grandchildren, and friends. Bev was born on October 12, 1943 in Hollywood, CA to Robert and Curtyne Ford. In 1967 she married James Rozendaal and the couple settled in Chico in 1976. Bev worked with her husband at J.W. Rozendaal CPA firm for over 35 years. She was an active member of Soroptimist and PEO. Bev was able to travel to many places including Europe, Mexico, Central America, and Hawaii being one of her favorite places. She is survived by two daughters, Peggy Anne Carter, and Shari Lynn Krauss (Andy); five grandchildren, Jeff and Nick Carter, LeeAnne Carter Powell (Joshua), and Cassidy and Cameron Krauss. A private family memorial gathering was held, and inurnment will take place at Chico Memorial Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California in honor of her late husband, Jim. The love and support she received from her community in Chico meant the world to her and she will be so dearly missed.
Bev will be greatly missed! She touched the lives of so many. I had the honor to call her my Soroptimist sponsor, my Soropti-mom and my friend. My condolences to all her family and friends. She will live on in our hearts and our memories.
I have so many memories as a child going to see Jim & Bev during Halloween, and Bev would always have the best candies for us.
After I graduated from college I would join my parents in going to Bev’s house for shrimp and wine. Those were the best memories. She’d have the prettiest spread all put out for us and we’d have awesome conversations.
After I got married anf started having kids Bev would always send birthday cards, gifts and she’d often text.
I’m going to miss Bev with all my heart. She was such an amazing woman!
So sad to see the passing of Beverly. Jim was our accountant while we owned the Creative Apple and we would see Bev on a regular basis. Then I joined Soroptimist Chico and got to know her even better. What a caring, always upbeat, and energetic woman. I had just passed her while walking in Bidwell Park recently, making be realize how precious each day can be.
My thoughts to her beautiful family, she will be greatly missed.
Bev was a dear P.E.O. sister and will be greatly missed. Hugs to the family.
I am so sad to hear of Bev’s passing.
Jim was our accountant, and we met Bev as she was his assistant. Also, both her daughters worked at our Baskin-Robbins store. I was so delighted to see Bev again when I joined PEO. Grateful to have the opportunity to visit with Bev at our meetings. I loved to hear about how much she loved to travel.
Silly and sassy, kind and generous, and always up for fun and adventure. We will miss our friend and neighbor, and hope her family finds strength and comfort from so many wonderful memories.
So sorry to here of your Loss. Peggy & Shari. I know that us cousins, here in Iowa. Havent stayed in touch, with all of you. You were always on my mind.
Life can change so quickly, sitting quietly on her porch Sunday, it did not seem possible she would not be back home some time soon. I could feel her presence and see her smile everywhere I looked. My husband and I had very special memories spending time with Jim and Bev in their electric Boat on the lake 4th of July watching the sunsets and the fire works. Eating good food and laughing a lot. She was fun, a true friend and great to spend time with. Peggy and Shari the love she had for you and your families was something to treasure. I though it was so great that Bev planned an event every year where just the three of you went off someplace together for a “Girls Weekend”. I miss her so much and will keep a place in my heart to remember what a special person she was.
Beverly was the first person to greet me when I came to a Luncheon at the Elks Club. In 2019 I had recently moved from my home on the Peninsula and by luck, one of my church friends invited me to lunch. As a Life Member of Soroptimist Club of Burlingame-San Mateo, and having been a member for 63 years I was happy to join our Chico members. I now visit Bev’s resting place when I visit my husband’s niche, which is just around the corner from Beverly and her husband. Rest assured I say prayers before I leave. Beverly was and is loved very much. Patricia Cockcroft
Bev, I met you through my dear friend Maureen who brought me to Soroptimist. You welcomed me with warmth, always an engaging smile, and much encouragement to join in Soroptimist activities. You will be greatly missed, by me and all, and to your family… she always spoke with such love about you all. I am very sorry for the loss of your mom and grandma, she truly epitomized the best in people. You have an angel in heaven who will be fearless in watching over you from above. May God bless you all.