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Beverley ‘Bev’ Steven Hamel, of Walkerton, passed away at SBGHC-Walkerton, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. He was 60.
Bev was born in Hanover on June 15, 1964, to Orville and Kathaleen (nee Schuknecht) Hamel. While able-bodied, he enjoyed living life the fullest, and loved all things fast during his childhood and teenage years - fast cars, and snowmobiles were his favourite. Bev attended school in Chesley, and enjoyed participating in various sports and cheering on various sports teams throughout his life. Bev had an unfortunate accident in his late teenage years, which left him confined in a wheelchair the remainder of his life. Even still, he enjoyed life the best he could, time with family, and his fast cars. He will be missed.
Loved son of Kathaleen Hamel of Walkerton, formerly Elmwood. Fondly remembered by brother David (Brenda) Hamel of Chesley, and sisters Patricia Thompson of Clifford and Katharine Hamel (Dave Fallis) of Williamsford, as well as many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by his father Orville (2002), sister Heather, and a brother in infancy.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Monday, April 28, 2025, from 11-11:45 am, where a Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will follow at 12 noon. Pastor Jenn Brown officiating. Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Brucelea Haven Residents’ Recreation & Leisure Fund would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
My deepest sympathy to the entire family at the loss of Bev. I had him as a patient in the past and he was a happy man who had stories to tell. He was my inspiration for caring for my husband when he became quadriplegic from a farm accident. Bev was the reason for a large part of my advocacy for my own spouse. He will be missed but will remain in my heart . May he enjoy his walking in heaven with the angels...
- Susan GalbraithDeepest sympathy to all of Bev's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
- Paul & Colleen SchultzDave and Brenda and All Hamel family…Thinking of yous All at this sad time.. it's hard to lose a special person who yous all cared for and loved so dearly.. May Bev be at rest and Fly high in the sky. He has surely earned his wings … 🕊️🕊️
- Peggy Johnston and Ken JohnstonDave & Brenda, Pat, Kathleen : Sincere sympathy to all your Family.
- Judy HowieTo Kathleen, David, Patricia, Katharine and all the family, I am sorry for your loss. May your treasured memories comfort you at this time. Please accept my condolences.
- Bud HalpinOur deepest sympathies to the family Bev will be missed by all he was one of a kind and always there for friends RIP Bev
Scott and Jane veen
My Deepest Sympathy to Kathleen Patricia David Katherine and Families at this difficult time.
I enjoyed many conversations with Bev. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed by the staff and residents of Brucelea Haven
- Tracy CassidyOur Deepest Sympathy Kathleen Patricia David Katherine and Families at this time.
- James Woods Karen And Cody Smithto Dave and Hamel family sending condolences at this difficult time.
- Eric and Carrie SchwipplDave, Brenda and family, Gary and I send our deepest condolences at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bev was so blessed to have you all in his life.
- Donna & Gary LangDeepest condolences to all of Bev's family. He was a wonderful man.
Lindsay (former PSW @ Brucelea Haven)
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bev's family. RIP
- Carole and Dale WoodsI cared for Bev for a number of years that I worked at brucelea and he was always one of my favorite people, the kindest man I knew. We shared a lot of laughs and good conversations. I will remember him dearly. Rest easy Bev💙
- Alex buehlowDear Kathleen,,,,Dave(Brenda)..Patrica ,and Kathy and families..
Fond memories of happier times in Elmwood…our hearts are saddened to hear of Bev passing on
…you all are in our thoughts…hugs
