Beverly A. Arnesen

West Brookfield - Beverly A. (Dorman) Arnesen, 85, of West Brookfield, died on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Center following a brief period of declining health.

She leaves her husband, Thomas J. Arnesen; her son, Ronald Lariviere and his partner, Amy of Charlton; as well as her grandson, Nathan Lariviere and his partner, Kiera; and two great-grandchildren, Amelia and Audrey.  She also leaves her sister, Jill OConnor and her husband Mark of Barre; her brother-in-law, Arne Arnesen and his wife Diane of Hampden; her sister-in-law, Anne Tetreault and her husband Paul of Southbridge; as well as numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. She was born in Northampton, daughter of the late Kenneth and Elva (Wheeler) Dorman, and has lived in West Brookfield for over 45 years.

Beverly spent her early years in Gilbertville and graduated from Hardwick High School.  She worked as a hairdresser, once owning her own salon in Sturbridge for many years. She enjoyed working as a hostess at the Sturbridge Host Hotel where she could meet and talk with both local residents and travelers. Tom and Beverly lived on Lake Wickaboag and enjoyed the relaxation, boating, and numerous activities offered with lake living.  She and Tom were members of the Springfield Yacht Club in Chester, CT., and they loved navigating the waters of Long Island Sound for nearly 40 years. Beverly had an infectious laugh and was loved by all she touched. She loved all God's animals and was adored by those lucky enough to have her befriend them.

A Celebration of Beverly's Life is being planned in the fall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104 or at www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org .

Varnum Funeral Home, 43 East Main St., in West Brookfield is assisting her family with arrangements.

An online guest book is available at varnumfuneralhome.com