Messages of Condolence / Messages de condoléances

Beverley J. Antle, January 24, 1959 - November 11, 2006
Beverley J. Antle, 24 janvier 1959 - 11 novembre 2006

OASW President, 2002-2006 - Présidente de l'ATTSO, 2002-2006

November 12 - 12 novembre

Good morning on a Sad day!!! I have been advised of the tragic news, in regards to Beverley...My thoughts are with the OASW team as you gather to remember Beverley and share this news with our members...May you find comfort with each other...GOOD LUCK... A vous tous, soyez fiers d'avoir partagé des années et des heures de travail avec une femme tellement dévouée à son Association et à sa profession... Bonne chance Vous êtes tous dans mes pensées...

Renée C. Mallet

This is very shocking and sad. Bev was a social worker I truly admired as she was an inspiration, professional and had an amazing ability to continue to inspire growth. She will be sorely missed.

Barbara Cohlmeyer. MSW, RSW

Our deepest sympathy to Beverley Antle's family, friends and co-workers.

The Tucker Family

Sorry to hear of the loss. Condolences to the family she will be greatly missed. May her soul rest in peace.

Beverley Tingling

I send wishes of peace perfect peace and peace to all of her memories.

A. Cusson

What a loss and what a terrible tragedy. My especial condolences to all of you at OASW who worked so closely with Beverley. I think we are all in shock. She will certainly be remembered with great respect by all OASW members. I will look for further details as you have them. With sadness,

Jo Skilton, MSW

What a tremendous personal and professional loss. Our profession mourns a wonderful woman.

Elayne Tanner M.S.W., R.S.W.

Dear Rita, Joan, Gillian, Pina and everyone at the office- I am so saddened to learn of this tragedy. What a terrible loss for Beverley's family, her friends and all of us who knew her.

Barbara Robinson

What a profound loss to OASW, the social work profession, to Ontario, Canada, this planet and humanity. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Leonard Molczadski

It is so hard to respond to this message in a meaningful way, other than to agree with you and to add our own feelings to your heartfelt sentiments. It is truly a very sad day for our profession. May I extend my sympathy to Beverley's family and to you, the staff, the Board and the many volunteers at the Association who have worked closely with Beverley over the years.

Steve Raiken

Thanks for letting us know about Beverley. What a shock. I was just thinking about her -it was last March that I took her code of ethics workshop, which has proved to be a valuable window on ethical practice for the profession.

Lil Mendelsohn

I am so sorry to hear about Beverley's tragic accident. Please extend my sympathies to your staff who will feel her loss far more than the general membership will. She will be sorely missed by all those who knew her.

Heather McKechnie MSW RSW RMFT, Past president, OAMFT

Thanks so much for the message Joan I appreciate it. Been thinking about this all day. My prayers are with you guys at 410 and if there's anything at all I can do to help out, let me know.

Steve McDonald

Thank you for the update. My sincerest regrets to the Board, and to all who worked with and knew her.

Brenda Atkison, London ON

Sincere sympathies to all friends and family of the late Beverley Antle. How sad for all those who knew and loved her.

Janice Fine MSW RSW

My condolences to the OASW and the Antle family.

Heather Coupland

Thank you for the e-mail. What a shock and huge loss for all...my condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to Beverley's family, friends and co-workers. This is, as well, a sad day for the Social Work profession in Ont and in Canada to lose such an inspiring leader. Words are failing me at this moment to express the tremendous respect I have for Beverley. I will keep watch for the details. With Sincerest Sympathy,

Mary Linda Burgess

It is also with profound sadness that we heard of Beverley's death. She was to speak to us at a regional social work conference in Sudbury on Saturday afternoon, and when she did not arrive, people said, it is not like her not to call if she cannot make it. She did not call because she was dead. I only know her through social work and am so sad about her death. Her family, friends must feel her loss many many times more. Her smile, warmth and enthusiasm will live within us. I want to believe that this is not the end of her generous spirit.

Stephen Héder

I am very saddened by the news of Beverley's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Beverley's family and the staff at OASW. If I can be of any help to you or to OASW please do not hesitate to contact me. Best Regards,

Fay Lim-Lambie, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

Dear Joan, Although I did not know Beverley -- I only met her once, at the AGM last year, where you so warmly introduced us -- I know that you must've worked very closely with her over the years, and I imagine you were friends. I am so sorry for your loss, and for the loss to our profession. Just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you at this time...Warmest regards,

Carol Moore

Dear Joan: I am so very sorry to hear this news. How very sad. Please accept my condolences for your personal loss as well as the loss of a colleague. Thank-you for letting the members know and we as a group will miss her influence and vision. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Madeline Ruehlicke

November 13 - 13 novembre

This is indeed a SAD SAD day for everyone who knew her and the profession.

Doreen Schanzenbacher

Hello Joan, Rita and members of OASW - It is with great sadness for me to learn of Bev's death. She was a very special person whose dedication and commitment to the profession impacted us all. Bev had an engaging personality that combined a special combination of intelligence, wit, humour and charm that was truly unique. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with her. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Rod Adachi, Executive Director, Alberta College of Social Workers

Joan, Rita Gillian, My sincere condolences. I am certain that you are deeply grieving Beverley's death and want you to know that my thoughts and prayers and those of the TCDSB social work staff are with you. Thinking of you,

John Wilhelm

Good-morning, Joan, I still cannot seem to make the event real. I am so very sorry. If there is anything I can do be sure to let me know. I send you my condolences as well for when you have worked so closely as you and Beverley have done, you are in need of grieving as much as her family perhaps. I will talk with you soon, Joan. Saturday was a sad day for all social workers in Canada.

Doreen Winkler

Thank you so much for letting all of us know about this tragic news. My thoughts are with all of you, Beverley's family, colleagues and friends. Beverley was definitely a leader and inspiration to anyone who had the privilege of meeting and/or working with her. This is truly a loss. I look forward to details as to the funeral.

Debra Wiszniak, MSW, RSW, President, Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

So very sorry to hear of Beverley's death. My warmest wishes to all of you who knew her personally and worked closely with her. I am sure words cannot convey the extent of what you are feeling.

Pirjo Smith, MSW, RSW, Thunder Bay, Ontario

I am so sorry to hear about Beverley Antle's passing.

Renate Manthei

I am so saddened to hear this tragic news. Beverley was such a dynamic person who personified many of the values and principles of social work. She will be missed.

Helen Derrane

So sorry to hear of this loss. My prayers will be with Beverley and her family.

Cissy Pulikunnel

Thank you for this information. This must have been difficult for you. I did not know Beverley personally, but, to be where she was within the OASW suggests she was a special person. Death, of course, is all around us. One of my son's best friend's father died Saturday November 11th of a heart attack as well. We mourn with that family too. My regards to the staff at OASW and to Beverley Antle's family.

Richard M Henry MSW

Oh my god, what a terrible tragedy.

Bea Bindman

I was so shocked to receive this. What a loss to the profession as well as to her family. You are right, she was an extraordinary person. I don't quite know what more to say at the moment.

Rita Wilder Craig, MSW, RSW, Humber River Regional Hospital

I was shocked and saddened to receive Joan's call regarding Beverley's death. She will be missed at so many levels. I hope that yourselves, and those who have been working with her so closely, will be able to come to some level of acceptance. Thanks for letting me know, Joan. As I said if there is something I can do from over here, don't hesitate to call or e-mail.

Marilyn Parsons

I am so sorry to learn about this tragic event. Beverley was a wonderful person, truly reflecting the values and principles of social work. My deepest sympathies.

Michael Woodford

I am shocked and saddened by the news of Beverley's death. I met her in 1994 at a workshop on discharge planning in Brockville, where she was the presenter. She was getting her PhD at the University of Toronto at the time, and had recently moved from the Maritimes. We had a great discussion about culture shock. I enjoyed meeting her very much and was pleased that she became President of OASW. My thoughts and prayers go out to her friends and family.

Chris Connell

It is with deepest sympathy that I send my condolences to Beverley's family, friends, and coworkers during this very difficult time. It is always hard to see one so dedicated to making others lives easier and the determination to see a profession shine be taken away so suddenly. She has made such a difference and she will dearly missed.

Karen Barclay-Matheson, BSW, RSW

Beverley was a trusted professor of mine at U of T. She had a warm, tender spirit and a passion to make the world a better place. She always had time for all her students. I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing. She was a force for good in this world, her spirit now lives in us.

Jenna Horan (nee Corbett)

Beverley was a remarkable and inspiring woman and a true inspiration to our profession. I am deeply saddened to hear of her sudden death. It is truly a loss to her family, friends, and to our profession. My thoughts and prayers to her family during this very difficult time. God Bless!

Maria DeRubeis, Vice-President, Southwestern Branch

Speaking as a former student of Bev's, I am deeply saddened to learn of her death. She was a true leader and mentor in the Social Work field and her compassion, energy and joy for learning and helping others do the same will be missed. My thoughts are with her family and friends at this very difficult time.

Cathy MacGillivary

Dear Joan: Let me share our deepest sympathies on behalf of our membership, Board of Directors, and staff at OSLA. What a horrific tragedy! I'll begin by stating the obvious - whatever I can do, please let me know. Even something as simple as manning 410 Jarvis St. for you and staff, or anything else at all, please know that we're here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with Beverley's family and you and OASW as you grieve and find the means to heal and begin to think about the future. TAKE CARE!

Beth Ann Kenney, OSLA

To Beverley's family. May I extend my deepest condolences. Your daughter, wife, and sibling will be sadly missed and I wish you all the strength to get through this very difficult time. To Beverley's colleagues. May we be reminded of her never-ending quest to pursue justice and an adequate quality of life for those who are less privileged than ourselves. Thank you Beverley for teaching me and many others to think outside of the box and to create visions for the future. Although our professional journey was short, I appreciate the guidance and support you provided me. May your vision be carried forward in the professional work of social workers and researchers in the future.

Carlijn Moester, 2006-2007 Social Work Practicum Student at Sick Kids Hospital

I was saddened to hear of Beverley's death. She was a keynote speaker a few years ago at the Department of Nation Defence Social Work Conference. I was very impressed with her professionalism and knowledge of her material. My condolences to her family and all who were close to her.

Mary-Anne Mullock

So very sorry to hear of Beverley's death. I never met her personally, but she was in my community a few weeks back sharing her work in the area of workplace satisfaction and social work. Regrettably, I could not make it to her presentation, but I remember thinking how pleased I was that our Association was spearheading this focus of investigation. I would like to extend my warmest wishes to those of you who worked with Beverley and knew her in a personal and professional capacity. I am sure that no words can convey the depth of the loss you are experiencing.

Pirjo Smith, MSW, RSW,Thunder Bay, Ontario

I am thinking of all of you at OASW at this very sad time.

Joan Durette

My deepest condolences to the family of Beverley Antle and to the staff of the OASW. I met Ms. Antle at one of the annual meetings and was amazed by her warmth and kind words. I am truly sorry about this loss.

Jennifer Grant

As a friend and on behalf of OCSWSSW my sincerest condolences to her family and OASW.

Rachel Birnbaum

I work at Sick Kids, and worked with Beverley. I never got the opportunity to work closely with her, however, It was definitely my intention to do so in the future, as I always saw her as so full of life, full of ideas, and I always thought of her as a special, extraordinary person. She made so many important changes for the disabled and was a model social worker. I really liked her as a person, and admired her as a professional. She will be missed, by everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.

Eden Dales

My deepest heartfelt condolences to all of you at this very sad time. Dr. Antle was truly a remarkable woman and advocate for the Social Work profession. Her untimely passing is indeed a huge loss.

Mike Kopot, Thunder Bay

I was shocked to learn this morning of Beverley's sudden death. I remember Beverley when I was a social work student at the U of T 10 years ago. She was an instrumental force in establishing the "Panicked About Practice" program. It was something that I enjoyed attending and I always appreciated her input and feedback. Beverley will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family and friends.

Pamela Dahl

Beverley to me represented all that is good about social work. She was kind, compassionate, but was also a visionary and problem solver. I, for one, will miss her brilliance, her energy and her leadership. I am truly sorry about her passing and send my condolences to her family and many friends who have been touched by this tragedy. She leaves social work and the organization in a better place and for that we are all deeply appreciative.

Lorie Shekter-Wolfson

I am so sorry to hear of the death of Beverley Antle. I had the pleasure of hearing her speak, and enjoying the benefits of all of her hard work, commitment and efforts at the OASW. Please share my deepest sympathies to her family and colleagues. Beverley will be missed, and her death is truly a loss to the profession.

Daphne Lok

To Beverley's family, I had only come to know Beverley in the past year through my involvement with the Board of the OASW. She was a model social worker, bright, with boundless energy, caring, witty, and thoroughly professional. The social work community has lost a great leader and the world has lost a tremendous advocate for the social work profession. May God comfort all of you at this most difficult time. With deepest sympathy,

Karen Nelson

Please pass on my sincere condolences to everyone there are to Bev's family. I knew Bev through our common research interests in childhood disability. Bev was amazing - inclusive, thoughtful, energetic, creative. I, and everyone, will miss her spirit and commitment. Such a loss!

Mary Law, Associate Dean, School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University

What can someone say at a time like this...what a shock. Beverley is an amazing woman...she has touched lives all across Canada, actually probably around the world. I am so fortunate to have had her as a professor - despite her terribly hectic schedule, she always made time for her students and while working with people, made them (me) feel like it was the only thing on her mind at that time...she made you feel special, she just went way way above and beyond the call of duty in every way, in everything she did. I can't believe this has happened. I am so sorry for her loss.

Stephanie Swayne

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Beverley's sudden passing. I had the pleasure of being taught by her at the Faculty of Social Work at U of T, just 2 years ago. Her passion for social work was an inspiration to myself and many other social work students. Her voice for the profession and for social justice issues is a huge loss that will not be easily filled.

Erin Pieper

There is very little one could add about Beverley that hasn't been captured in your tribute on the OASW website. She was a truly amazing person, who lit up a room with her enthusiasm, energy and wise counsel. We will all miss her but she will be very hard to forget. She was a superb ambassador for our profession. Please extend my condolences to her husband and colleagues.

Steve Lurie

Please accept my deepest condolences for this sad loss! My heart goes out to Beverley's family, friends and colleagues. I recently attended a presentation of Beverley's - she very warmly introduced herself to each individual present, just prior to the meeting. She gave a very inspiring and dynamic talk! Take care,

Judy Bochenek, MSW, RSW

My sympathies to the family. Beverley was an effective leader and the entire profession of social work in Canada will feel her loss.

Marion Barszczyk

I am very sorry to hear about Beverley's sudden passing. My thoughts and condolences are with her family.

Audrey Aguanno

On behalf of myself and all my colleagues here at McMaster, I want to express our sadness and shock at hearing of Beverley Antle's untimely death. Some years ago, we were delighted to have Beverley alongside us in the School as a sessional instructor; we and the students in her classes benefited enormously from the depth of her practice experience in health care. Since then, we have - like so many others in social work and social work education across the province - valued her leadership in the Association and admired her tenacious articulation of social work's commitment to social justice and to skilled practice. From my brief contacts with her through our joint OASW and Ontario Deans and Directors meetings, her energy, insight and commitment to the profession were vividly apparent. Beverley's death represents an enormous loss to the profession and we shall miss her presence and her contributions. To you and the other colleagues at OASW with whom she worked so closely, we extend our sympathy; we will be thinking of you. With warm regards,

Jane Aronson, Ph.D., Director, McMaster School of Social Work

I was indeed very sorry to hear this tragic news. I had the opportunity to meet Beverley and was so impressed with her dedication to social work. She has brought such positive regard to the profession and I know that all of the people who worked so closely with her in the office will feel a significant loss. My thoughts are with you at this extremely difficult time.

Mary Lou Karley

My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Cheryl Howe

I am very saddened by Beverley's death. My heartfelt thoughts are with Beverley's surviving family and friends.

Scott Graney

I did not know Beverley, but as a fellow social worker I am very sorry for the loss of her life, if not her spirit, and I hope her family will find comfort soon.

Lynda Cullain

Although I met Beverley only briefly, I was impressed by her warmth, her intelligence, her knowledge and her ability to transmit that knowledge in an enthusiastic manner. Our paths crossed only briefly, but I will always remember her.

Elinor Gertner

I had the pleasure of knowing Beverley over the past year or so through our association at the Hospital for Sick Children. I am a nurse who was made very welcome to the palliative and grief bereavement research group (later to be called TRAC-PG) and Beverley was a key person in making me feel part of the group. Her warmth, enthusiasm, and genuine caring will be sorely missed. My sympathies are with you.

Rose Steele

Gone but will never be forgotten. Well done Beverley. You are a true champion who will be greatly missed. Rest now, peace be with you always.

Carmen Morris

My condolence goes out to the family whom is left to mourn the passing of their "Loved One" & to all the lives that she had touched. May God grant you all "Peace," & may he comfort your hearts until that wonderful day when you will re-unite. God Bless you all.

Angella Rose

I was saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Bev. Although I never knew her, it is always hard when someone is taken so young and so tragically. Through her passing and her humanitarian deeds, we are all far better having known her.

Dianne Mallion, Hamilton Local - Social Workers

I am heartbroken at the sad news of Beverley's death. She was a mentor and an inspiration to all of us who worked together to create the Leading the Way program for children affected by HIV/AIDS. This exceptional social worker and caring human being will be missed by all who had the privilege to know her.

Anette Goldstein

As president of the Eastern Branch of OASW, I share, with many of our colleagues in social work in Ottawa and area, a sense of profound loss in the death of someone who, in a short period of time, did so much to elevate the status of the profession in this province. Every once and awhile, a person comes along who, through insight, diplomacy, wisdom and intelligence, elevates the quality and direction of leadership in an organization. Bev Antle did just that for OASW. She stood out among the crowd, waved her magic wand and fostered understanding. Hopefully, we will find another to take us further along a pathway she has helped to pave. The task will not be an easy one.

Glenn Drover

I had the honor of meeting Beverley at the APOSW conference in May. What an example of a social worker - kind, compassionate, professional, bright. She will be greatly missed. All my love and prayers to her family as they grieve...

Carrie Calhoon

I did not know Beverley personally. However, as I have read her writing and noted her many activities and commitment on behalf of social workers in Ontario, I am very aware of her tremendous accomplishments and the wonderful person we have lost. Social work in Ontario is poorer today with this loss.

Sandy Campbell PhD, Past President (1991-1993) of OASW, Waterloo Ontario

I met Beverley about 10 years ago as a trainer for a discharge certificate program I attended. I was impressed by her knowledge, ability and sense of humour. I know she has made an invaluable contribution to social work. I am saddened by this loss (and shocked) given that she was in the prime of her life and she was so vibrant and committed to everything she took on. To her family, friends and colleagues please accept my deepest sympathy.

Janet Barry<

Dear Brad, Sincere sympathy to you and yours on your loss.

Don St. Jean

I will always remember Beverley for her caring, her vision and her strong social work values. Her passing is indeed a profound loss for her family, the profession in general and all social workers individually across the province and across Canada. We are all better persons for having known her. God bless!

Louise Gauthier

Very sorry to hear of the sudden death of a valued colleague and someone who worked hard on behalf of social workers across the province. My condolences to her family and close colleagues.

Tracey Clark

My sympathy to all of you who knew Beverley, and especially to her family, who are so abruptly dealing with the loss of her.

Sabina Altholz

I am so sorry to hear about this. Please extend my condolences to her family and the staff of the OASW. Take Care,

Angela Spiers

I am shocked and so saddened by this terrible news, as I'm sure are hundreds of colleagues across the country. I remember Bev so well, particularly as she worked so diligently on the revision of our Code, and subsequently as she handled some painful political moments within our national organization with such grace and good sense. She has made such a marvellous contribution to our profession in so many ways. Bev's particular brand of wise and informed leadership, laced with such human warmth and enthusiasm, is an increasingly rare commodity. What a terrible loss to her family, and to all of us.

Margot Herbert

Joan - Many thanks for your telephone call yesterday morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the staff of the Association as we mourn the loss of such a wonderful person and leader. Beverley was, indeed, inspiring to everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working with her. I know that this is going to be a particularly difficult time for you, Gillian, and Rita, because of the exceptionally close relationships you each had with her. May it be of some comfort to you to know of my profound sympathy at this time.

Brian Adams

My condolences, I am passing on the info to my colleagues at Covenant House Toronto.

Mary Nicholson

My condolences!!!!!!!! To all of you at the office and everyone else who got to know her indirectly like myself. Please take care of yourselves at the office. Thoughts and prayers.

Carole Robitaille

Joan, you and her husband and many others must be devastated....my heart is with you and everyone else...Bev was such a very special light to our profession....

Robert Kissner

Hi Joan! I assume writing that Memo was very hard as your team grieves the loss of a wonderful person... Know that you are ALL in my thoughts... Please let me know if I can be of any help...Good Luck...

Renée Mallet

Joan, this is terrible news, such a loss - I am so sorry…Please pass along my deepest sympathy

Linda Dietrich, MEd, RD, Dietitians of Canada, Regional Executive Director

How devastating for Beverley's family, all who knew her and her amazing contributions to OASW and the field of Social Work. With great sadness.

Bea Hancock

Good Morning OASW Family: The St. Michael's Hospital Social Work group are truly saddened by the news of Beverley's death. Beverley's commitment to social work practice and values has touched all our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Fay Lim-Lambie

What a tragedy. I did not know Beverley personally, but I would like to send my condolences to all who knew and worked with her. It is a great loss to the profession, and to OASW.

Lorna MacGregor

All my sympathy in those very difficult times for you all at OASW.

Nicole Breeze

My sympathy goes out to all of you who knew her, and to her family, who had no preparation for this abrupt loss.

Sabina Altholz

Thank you for your prompt dissemination of this terrible news. I will appreciate the opportunity to make a donation in her memory once a suitable fund is designated. Please accept my condolences on your loss of a dear co-worker, and extend them to those who worked closely with her. Be well.

Sally Cozens

Dear Joan and all members of the Board of Directors of OASW, Thank you very much for conveying the very bad news of Beverley Antle's death. I want to convey my deepest sympathy to those who were close to her.

Virginia Lafond

My deepest condolences for Beverley's passing - what a shock. What a loss! There just aren't the words for such a tragedy!

Sylvia Pivko

To the staff at Jarvis: I was truly shocked to learn of Beverley's sudden death and the loss this represents to the entire Association. I am particularly aware of the impact this will have upon all the staff at Jarvis. My thoughts are with Beverley's family, but also with all of you at this very sad time.

Mel Basbaum

Dear Joan: Thank you for letting me know about Beverley's death. It hardly seems real. She gave so much to OASW and a particular shock to those of you in the office and on the Board. My thoughts are with you all.

Roberta Roberts

So very sorry to hear this news. She was a fine leader.

Mary McConville

What a profound shock and loss to everyone who knew her and whose lives she touched - my condolences to everyone.

Pam Young

Dear Colleagues, My thoughts are with you all at this time. The loss of Beverley Antle is tragic beyond words. Heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, dear colleagues, and all whose lives were touched by her. In sorrow,

Ellen Sue Mesbur

Message to OCSWSSW Council: Beverley was an incredible woman and social worker and was a staunch supporter of the profession and the College. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Beverley on several projects and was constantly impressed by her warmth, good humor and inclusiveness. Her loss to the profession and to OASW is immeasurable.

Glenda McDonald, Registrar, OCSWSSW

As a former president of OASW, I learned of this tragedy on Sunday from another former president. Last week, I went to presentation by a former colleague and friend who experienced physical, head and emotional trauma from a car crash. She works in rehabilitation and employment fields. She spoke of her struggle as a patient coming to terms with her physical, emotional and mental impairments over the last three years. These situations are both sobering and shocking in how a car crash can change one's life forever. It is with deep remorse to learn of Beverley's death and my condolences and prayers go out to her family.

Joe Fecht

Sorry to learn of Beverley"s death. My condolences and prayers go out for her family.

Rev. Dr. Roman Delicart

Please accept my sincere condolences. Indeed this is a tragic loss.

Elaine Humber

So sorry to hear of your absolutely tragic loss. You are all in our hearts and minds.

Kenneth H. Gordon, PhD, RSW, Director, School of Social Work, King's University College at the University of Western Ontario

This is such sad news. I think I only met Beverley once, but she seemed like a lovely person. Our deepest sympathy to everyone at the OASW. I'm sure you must all be just reeling. Strength to you all, and to Bev's family. Shayla Gunter-Goldstein

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you at OASW on this tragic loss.

Pamela Blake

Message to U of T Faculty of Social Work Staff and Students: It is with deep regret that we inform you that Dr. Beverley Antle, a faculty member in the Faculty of Social Work died in a car accident on November 11 2006. Dr. Antle was an Academic and Clinical Specialist in the Department of Social Work, and Director of the PKU (Phenylketonuria) Program in the Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics at the Hospital for Sick Kids. She was an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, where she taught courses on health, illness and disability, and integration of research and practice. Dr. Antle also supervised student practicum placements, supervised student theses and presented as a guest speaker in many classes. Dr Antle brought a 24-year history in paediatric health care and rehabilitation to her research endeavors. Dr. Antle had a leadership role in facilitating psychosocial research aimed at improving the well-being and quality of life for young people with PKU (Phenylketonuria) and other chronic health conditions. She is the first social scientist to hold a leadership position in metabolic genetics in Canada, and developed innovative psychosocial interventions to enhance quality of life. Her areas of interest and expertise included: improving patient and family participation in treatment, fostering successful transitions for young people with chronic health conditions and physical disabilities, developing professional interventions to support parents of young people with chronic and disabling conditions, and bioethics and the complexity of treatment decision-making. Dr. Antle was the President of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and was a tireless advocate for the profession. Her interest in bioethics and social work's contribution to complex ethical decision-making led to her influential role in revising the Canadian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics. Dr. Antle was a highly regarded colleague and researcher, an outstanding teacher, and a dear friend to many of us in the Faculty of Social Work and the profession. In honour of her life, the University flag will fly at half-mast on the day of her funeral.

Cheryl Regehr, Dean, Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto

I am so very sad.

Susan Preston

As I'm sure everyone is, I am shocked to hear of Bev's death. What profoundly sad news. In so many ways, she will be missed. I know this is a very difficult time for you, and the staff and Board of OASW. One always wishes there was a way to make it less painful, and always knows that that is not possible. My thoughts are with you and with all Ontario social workers who have lost a marvellous friend and leader.

John Mould

What a terrible loss. You have all done so much together.

Glenn Thompson

I am writing to express my shock and most sincere condolences on learning just now from my daughter who is a student at U. of T. in social work of the death of Beverley Antle. I am sure this has stunned everyone at OASW. I am deeply sorry for the loss that her death brings to OASW, the U of T and of course to her family and friends.

Ruth Berman

I just wanted all of you at 410 to know that I am thinking of you at this very sad time - as much as I am in shock and feeling a personal loss I cannot imagine how sad you must all feel. In my heart I know that we are all better people for having known her but the profession has indeed lost a leader - a visionary and a very special person.

Louise Gauthier

How tragic? I found Beverley to be a remarkable person and truly committed to the well-being of children and families, as well as to the social work profession as a whole. I so appreciated her coming to my farewell event at the OACAS. Please let me know the details for making a donation.

Marv Bernstein, Children's Advocate, Province of Saskatchewan

I am very sorry to hear about this. Please pass on my sympathies and condolences.

Maggie Fietz

I cannot make it to the funeral but I am thinking of Bev and her family and will continue to keep her in my thoughts. I did not have the history with her as so many have but my impression of her in the time I had is that Bev exemplified what we would all hope to be as a professional and person - genuineness, warmth, intelligence, integrity and generosity of spirit.

Pam Young

Au nom de toute l'équipe de RIFSSSO, je fais parvenir nos condoléances à sa famille. C'est vraiment une tragédie!

Daniéla Goldsmith

November 14 - 14 novembre

It was both an honour and a pleasure to have served on the OASW Board of Directors alongside Beverley. I was inspired by her dedication and enthusiasm to the profession not to mention her remarkable contributions to both the board and the profession. She has made a lasting impact in my life as I know she has in so many others. I hope that her family and colleagues will find comfort in cherished memories as they move forward at this time of tremendous loss.

Christine MacDonald

I receive this news with great sadness, I had the pleasure of working with Beverley for many years, I will fondly remember our dinners, our meetings and her incredible energy. My thoughts and prayers are with Beverley, her family and her family at the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

Janine Granchelli

It was with great sadness that I read about Beverley's tragic car accident and the loss of her life. I will remember Beverley's engaging smile and her vigilance in upholding social work values in all of her work. Her family can be very proud of the legacy that Beverley has left behind in life and in social work. My heart reaches out to her family, friends and colleagues with love and sympathy to ease their pain.

Heather McKechnie MSW RSW RMFT, Past President, OAMFT

Dear Judy and Family, Heard the tragic news today via Cheryl Faseruk. Our hearts go out to you, your parents, and family members. From my time in St. John's I fondly remember the happiness and joy of your family. I just wanted you to know we are keeping you in our thoughts.

Janet Schultze-Jones, P.T., Pembroke, Ontario

I am terribly shocked and sad to note the tragic demise of our President. I share the grief of the bereaved family and pray that her soul may rest in peace.

J. Varghese

As a student, Dr. Antle inspired me to pursue my educational aspirations...as a colleague she helped me with valuable advice and insight. She was truly a special mentor to me not just by her actions but her values especially. I deeply mourn her loss and provide my humblest of condolences to her family. She will always be a person I hold in the highest regards.

Crystal Layne

To the family, colleagues and friends of Beverley, I have spent more than two decades working in Hospice/ Palliative Care and End of Life Care. I have made a companion of death. I help people living with a death in the family to heal. When I learned of Beverley's death, the world stood still for me and I wept. So did my husband who had met Beverley but once...even though they work at the same institution. Beverley's presence was so vibrant and joy-filled... it seemed impossible that so much life could just disappear in a breath. Suddenly and dramatically, the world seemed so much less without her. A life force had been taken from us. If the profession felt this significant loss - what must it be for those who shared a personal life? Even though I have an international reputation for my work, Beverley was one of the few people in the world who was my hero. I admired all that she was. Her work and her life were one, and she is truly someone who changed us and the world - simply with what she did - simply by being in it. Her clinical work and research were well known and admired. Her honesty and honoring was one of the things I loved about her the most. She gave me coeur-age in times of despair. The last time I saw her, she gave me a big hug and we both held on for a bit - knowing how hard this work can be. As we bid farewell we both bowed to each other, our hands brought together in a Buddhist Blessing. It was our way of blessing each other. Last night as I thought on what I know of her, I lamented the loss of all the more that she could have been and done. She was a dynamic force for our profession. Then I realized... few of us can live a life of such delight and fulfillment as she did. If you ask what the measure of a life is, whether you die at age 8 or 88, it is that you will be remembered for the life you have lived. At so many levels, Beverley will walk with us, we shall miss her terribly.... and then as we enter into our sorrow - we will see her smile and remember her - and know she is but time away. For the people that have been able to receive some part of Beverley into them, through organ transplant, I believe that consciousness or mind lives at a cellular level. I imagine they should watch themselves to see if they are taken with an impulse to do research, run for office - or help a stranger with their kindness and words. Life after death comes in many forms - and Beverley will live on in so many ways. I am deeply saddened for we are lessened by her death. However, I am deeply blessed by the experiences of her life touching mine...and know it always be so. May Blessings fall upon us as we remember the treasure we knew as Beverley Antle.

Dr Michele Chaban

Sincere regrets to Beverley's family on their loss. Her loss is a great blow to the Social Work profession. She will be remembered for much, including her dedication and her leadership.

Marian Hallick

I was deeply upset when I heard the news of Beverley Antle's sudden passing. I had the wonderful opportunity of having Beverley as a professor when I did my MSW. I will never forget Beverley, her warmth, caring and honesty that she exuded to her students. I am sure she made an equally, if not better, social worker. She also was a true intellectual in every sense of the word and was able to truly inspire critical thinking in her students. What a great loss...please send my condolences to her family. She was a great person. She definitely will live on as I believe that she has inspired the future generation of social workers in her passion for what she did.

Jasmine Walsh

Although I did not know Beverley personally, I have heard her speak, and have always been impressed by her love of her work. She was bright, articulate, enthusiastic, and a credit to our profession and association. She will be sorely missed. I send condolences to her family, and pray that they will be supported throughout this very difficult time.

Susan Haller MSW RSW

I wanted to send my condolences to Beverley's family and friends ...though I did not know her personally I am impressed by her many attributes and accomplishments in her life. She will be missed by those who knew her and by those, like myself, who never had the fortune to have met her in person...some people pass through this world and give very little back, but Beverley gave enough for everyone. She will remain an inspiration to all health care workers and those who aspire to follow in her footsteps.

Gina Shapiro, Social Worker, Montreal, Quebec

Beverley was an immensely inspirational woman. I had the privilege of taking one of her courses during my MSW training and her enthusiasm and warmth were very evident.

Sabira Bagha

I wish to express my condolences to Beverley's family and those close to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our profession has truly lost an incredible leader and our world has lost a truly dedicated, committed and genuine human being. Again, my thoughts are with you all as you go through this very difficult time.

Michelle Monk, Balmertown, ON

I only met Beverley on two occasions: when she came to our hospital social work meeting as guest speaker and when she came with her brother Brad to join a walk in support of AIDS victims. What a vibrant, bright, warm, outgoing woman who was also so down to earth. My deepest condolences to her family.

Heather McPherson

On behalf of the members of the Niagara Branch, our sincere condolences are extended to Beverley's family. Many of us had the privilege of working with Beverley and, however brief the contact, we always felt her kindness, vibrant personality, dignity and her love of life. Please know that our prayers are with the family at this time.

Barbara Robinson

I am deeply saddened by the death of Beverley Antle. I was a student at UofT and had the privilege of having her as my professor. She demonstrated such passion and energy about the profession of Social Workers and instilled that passion into me. I send my deepest condolences to her family and may they know how many lives she touched in such a short period of time.

Laura McCran-McDermott

I only met Beverley briefly while she gave a talk on ethics at an annual AGM and Dinner for OASW in Ottawa this past spring. I was stuck by her passion! It is sad that she is gone, however she has departed with a valuable message that we must do whatever we do with love and compassion - this left an indelible mark.

Valerie G.

As the Student Representative for Ryerson University I would like to send my deepest sympathy to Beverley's family. I met Beverley last year at our meeting and being there for the first time Beverley made me feel welcome. Her great personality brights up the whole room. She will be missed.

Florette Haynes

An untimely death is the most tragic. The Northwestern Branch of the OASW extends our heart-felt sympathy to Beverley's family, friends and loved ones. We honour the depth of your grief and anguish. We are all in shock and sorrow. Beverley had just spoken at our Annual General Meeting on October 26th. She will always be remembered as a dynamic leader and wonderful person. We remain grateful for the full richness of her personality and her tremendous contributions to the profession of social work. Nothing can affect the joy and depth of experience that she knew. Her influence endures through her character and her deeds. It will continue to endure through our actions and thoughts.

Teresa Legowski

I am greatly saddened by the sudden passing of Beverley. Even though I live half way across the globe in the Middle East, her hard work and dedication to social work has helped me a lot for many years. I pray that the Lord will strengthen you and give you peace as you mourn this wonderful lady. God Bless you.

Comfort Afari

"A loss of one resonates in the hearts of many". May the good you have given your Life for multiply in those whom you've reached. God Bless,

Mr. Mitch (Mitch Lesperance)

My condolences to Beverley's family, her friends and colleagues. What a sad and horrific loss to humanity. She will be missed by so many. Her contributions to the social work profession and to the clients of the profession will live on for eons.

Liam McEvoy

It's so sad to hear that Beverley Antle has passed away in a very traumatic way of death. My sympathy and condolences to her family. With my prayers,

Amparo Mirador

Sharing, building, informing, listening; willing to hear another view and then integrate into her tangible enthusiasm for the profession we all lovingly call social work.

Bill Dare

My sincere condolences to the family with the loss of Beverley.

Eke Van der Zee

To Beverley's Family, The Western Branch of OASW sends our deepest regrets with your sudden loss of Beverley. The pain you feel is so huge and we wish we could share in that burden. Beverley was an energetic, positive, warm and humourous individual that reached out to many people both professionally and personally. Her leadership over the years in OASW impacted locally, provincially and nationally. Her integrity always kept the rights and needs of others, the values of the social work profession and the professional development and growth of students and health care professionals always in the forefront. The Western Branch shares in your grief as a very special person has suddenly left us and a large void has been created. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Patrick Fleming, MSW RSW, President, Western Branch

Surely it is a great loss of a fine person and a superb professional. I had a privilege of meeting with Beverley at the annual meetings. She was a very warm and welcoming person. May God give His peace to her family and friends.

Ronaq Massey

My thoughts and prayers are with Bev's family at this time. My deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.

Linda Tingley

A light has been extinguished. Beverley's contribution to the professional lives of social workers in Ontario has been quite remarkable; I, for one, have been greatly inspired by her leadership. The loss of her presence is profound, the lingering influence of her life lives in all of us. My sympathy and prayers are with her family.

Audrey Starkes

My deepest sympathy to Bev's family. I graduated from Memorial University with Bev in 1980 and then worked with her for several months at the Children's Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's. I had hoped to see Bev when she presented at a conference in Newfoundland last summer however I was ill and unable to attend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Robin Janes

As a long time member of the OASW, I want to express my sincere condolences on Beverley's sudden and unexpected passing. She was an excellent ambassador and model for the social work profession. Her efforts have been noteworthy and greatly appreciated. My regrets to her loved ones and those close to her.

Kevin Sullivan

I was so very shocked and saddened to hear of Beverley's sudden death. What a great loss not only to her family, friends and work colleagues but to OASW. The OASW has lost a strong, committed and dedicated advocate who was a strong leader. I had the pleasure of meeting Beverley while serving as the President of the Southwestern Branch of OASW and later welcoming her as a guest speaker at one of our AGM's. Her passion for the social work profession was contagious and her leadership as President exemplary. I am sending my deepest sympathy especially to the executive and staff of OASW who worked so closely with Beverley. I am sure this is a very difficult time for all of you and I want you all to know I am thinking of you. With my deepest sympathy.

Lynn Kainz B.S.W. C.S.W.

It is with much sadness that I learned of Beverley's tragic death. My thoughts and prayers are extended to her family and all those she worked with.

David Rivard

I am saddened by the loss of an exceptional woman and leader in the field of social work. Bev touched many lives, some in ways I am sure she did not even recognize. Her leadership and her warmth will be missed!

Andrea Smith

What a great loss to Beverley's family and friends and to the social work profession. Her leadership and energetic personality has left a strong imprint in Canadian Social Work. To all her family and colleagues please accept my sincere sympathy in the days ahead.

Dr. Donna Hardy Cox, Faculty Member, Memorial University, School of Social Work

I was shocked to hear of this news. From the first time that I met Bev, she extended her warm and interest in those around her. She was clearly very committed to the profession while always seeming to make time for some fun. While I was involved with the Association of Social Workers in Northern Canada, she expressed an eagerness to join us at our conference in 2005 and present on the new code of ethics. It was a delight to have her there. Despite her plane delays and the long travel she was able pull it all together and successfully completed a very captivating, informative and intriguing presentation. I was very sorry to hear of this great loss. My condolences, to her husband, her family, the OASW and to all those who knew her well.

Esther Doucette

The profession of social work will sadly mourn but also hold in high esteem, this great loss of an individual who was very devoted, hard working and a superb role model of our profession.

Karen Solomon-Ament, MSW

I had the honor and privilege of working with Beverley as a colleague as she was President of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and I was the President of the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers. Her dedication to her profession, to those around her and her determination to make the world a better place are only a few of things I will carry in my heart. On behalf of the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers we send our sincere condolences to her husband and family and to the social work community in Ontario and throughout Canada. She will be sadly missed as a wife, an aunt, a friend, a colleague and a very good person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Janine Granchelli, R.S.W., President, New Brunswick Association of Social Workers

My most sincere sympathies to you, her family and loved ones. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. She was a talented, wonderful woman and I hope that you can take some comfort in the knowledge that she left not only a legacy of love for her family, but also a legacy of dedication and example for every young Social Worker who will dare to travel in her footsteps.

Doreen Schanzenbacher

My heartfelt condolences to Bev's family and Ontario colleagues. Bev's energy, vision and profound integrity will be missed dearly by the profession.

Bruce Cooper

It was with great sadness that I heard the news today of Beverley Antle's death. She was a bright light in Social Work. I remember her encouraging comments to me about Advocacy and Social Justice. She was a person who cared deeply for others, and will remain a vital force in the memories of all whose lives she touched.

Lynn Bloom, Social Worker, The Rehabilitation Centre

Deepest sympathy to relatives and friends of Beverley. Her spontaneous smile will sure be missed by all of us.

France Audet

It was my great pleasure and privilege to have known Bev for about 10 years or better. We first met while she was doing her thesis research at Bloorview Children's Centre where I was research director. I was honoured to be part of the examining committee for her doctoral thesis. Bev was a warm, vivacious, intelligent and compassionate human being, with an infectious joy for working to enhance the quality of life of those she worked for and with. She will be very greatly missed.

Jeffrey Jutai

To the family of Bev Antle: Please accept my sincere condolences on Bev's passing. She will be greatly missed by all of us. I have known Bev for a number years dating back to when she was the Director of Social Work in Newfoundland. I always found Bev to be full of enthusiasm, energy and drive, which was contagious and inspiring to anyone who worked with her. Her passing is a tragic loss to all who knew her personally and professionally.

Joe Bortolussi

I attended Beverley's presentation on Ethics in Ottawa this past April. I had previously read some of her writing. I was very impressed with her knowledge of the subject matter, her commitment to the profession, her intelligence, her ability to connect with her audience, and just the wonderful manner she had about her. Her death is a great loss.

Martha Wiebe

To family and friends of Beverley: I had the good fortune of meeting Beverley at a conference in Newfoundland 12 years ago. I was struck by her passion for the profession and her leadership ability. This passion and leadership has grown and grown. I left a meeting just 10 days ago, where Beverley was in attendance. I left the meeting marvelling about her ongoing commitment to the profession, while also working at Sick Kids, teaching and completing a PhD. Deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of this truly inspiring person. We have lost a Jewel!

Linda Jackson

As Chair of the Association of Teaching Centres, I speak for our Association in saying that our thoughts are with Beverley's family as you mourn her loss. May her memory be a blessing and may you take some comfort in how influential she was in the training and supervision of social work students, the addition of knowledge to the field, and the impact of her warmth and caring on those around her.

Ellen Katz, Chair, Association of Teaching Centres, Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto

I had the opportunity to participate in a Social Work Day program where Beverley Antle was the Keynote Speaker. Such a dynamic and enthusiastic leader! It is indeed a tragic news to know about her passing away. My sincere condolences.

Baiju Mathew

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of a very caring and wonderful woman. Her presence in the lives of her colleagues will be long remembered.

Linda Reid

I was privileged to have Beverley sit on my PhD committee at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, where she exuded compassion, kindness and wisdom. Her insights, loyalty and enthusiasm will always be remembered. I pray that God will comfort and counsel Beverley's family, friends and colleagues in the same way she comforted everyone she encountered.

Vanessa Muirhead

My sincerest condolences to Beverley's loved ones. She will be missed.

David Talarico

On behalf of our school, we send our condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Beverley Antle. In a world beset by pervasive health problems, social ills, strife and injustice, Dr. Antle's research, practice and teaching made a significant and important contribution to our social work practice, education and to the overall profession. She will be truly missed but not forgotten. Let us turn grief into strength.

Dr. Akua Benjamin, Director, Ryerson University School of Social Work

On behalf of the 1,117 Registered Social Workers from the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers, our condolence to the family and friends of Bev Antle.

SASW Office

My thoughts are with her family at this time. She was a remarkable person who touched many lives.

Kim Snow

I went to school in Newfoundland with Beverley. We both attended Prince of Wales Collegiate...She was a remarkable person even back then...Beverley was "one of a kind" who was committed to "good causes".... We will deeply miss her yet certainly won't forget her !! My sincere condolences to all those who had the privilege to work with Beverley. (I have sent condolences to the family at the funeral home.)

Carol Stewart (nee Thistle)

I am thinking of all of you as you cope with the tragic reality of Beverley's death. I know as you make efforts to communicate with all of us about Beverley you also are dealing with your own grief. So, thank you for being in touch at this terrible time.

Ellen Oliver

Your email announcing the very untimely death of Beverley Antle has been forwarded to me by a colleague in Toronto. Beverley was for many years a valued reviewer for the British Journal of Social Work of which I am co-editor. I had the pleasure of meeting Beverley in October 2005 during a visit to Toronto. I fully endorse everything you have said about Beverley. Her death is a tragic loss to the international social work community and I would be grateful if you would forward my condolences to her family and colleagues. With best wishes,

Eric Blyth, Professor of Social Work, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, England

On behalf of all of us here at the Toronto Catholic School Board please accept our deepest sympathy for the untimely loss of Beverley Antle. We know how much she did for our profession as President of OASW and for this we are so grateful and so, so saddened. One of her most lasting legacies in our hearts will be the manner in which she challenged us, through her clinical experience and research, to be thoughtful about the best way to support children with disabilities and their families. As Director of the PKU Program in the Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics at the Hospital for Sick Children, Beverley's vision and her leadership role in facilitating psychosocial research aimed at improving the well-being and quality of life for young people with PKU (Phenylketonuria) and other chronic health conditions made a big difference in my life and in the lives of many children with PKU. My daughter was born with PKU and Beverley's very unique and refreshing approach had a direct positive impact on my daughter and our family. Please accept our prayers during this time of deep loss. We will always remember some of her most relevant words to our work as School Social Workers: "Although many people with physical disabilities have a positive sense of self, public perceptions of disability continue to be fraught with images of pain, loss, and isolation. In a social model of disability, difficulties experienced by individuals with physical disabilities are rooted in social structures rather than physical differences... Thus, although many people with physical disabilities have a positive view of themselves, they are likely to need strategies to protect their sense of self from the negative images held by the public. Social workers who work with young people with physical disabilities and their families should develop interventions that build on the natural strengths of families and their children with physical disabilities. Social workers need to challenge dominant notions of life with a disability as tragic, painful, and difficult; support parents as influential players in the evolving self; and help young people with physical disabilities build esteem enhancing opportunities and broaden their network of support beyond their family. Although specific children and families might continue to benefit from individual attention it is important for social workers to incorporate larger system change in their practices to challenge social stigma regarding physical disabilities and to improve the level of social services for all young people living with physical disabilites and their families." (Beverley Antle - Published in Health and Social Work, August, 2004)

Thank you Beverley…for your strength…your vision…your research…your dedication to our profession of social work and thank you most of all for your faith in us the professionals, the parents and the children living life to its fullest…regardless of disabilities.

Giselle Signoroni

So sorry to hear about Beverley Antle. What a shock for everyone at OASW and the membership. Let everyone in the office know that I am thinking about you all

Anne Munroe

I'm thinking of all of you there at the office trying to cope with this loss. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Holly Keil

Joan, Gillian & Rita: I am deeply sorry about Beverley, one of the most dynamic and delightful persons I have ever known. What a terrible loss to us all - our profession, her place of work, her family and all who knew her. Beyond the profession, I particularly feel for you at the office, having so much interaction and fun with her. And her so many contributions with press releases, etc. You will miss her dearly. Now I question how difficult the February Board Meeting will be for all without her at the head of the table but we must persevere. I particularly admire the provincial office for going into the office on Sunday shortly after finding out about her accident and informing us. And Joan told me you are recommending her for Ontario Social Worker of the Year. It is well deserved and will please the family and colleagues.

Diane O'Hara

It is with sadness that we received the news regarding the sudden death of your president. It is indeed a great loss. We send you our sincere condolences. Please keep us informed of the arrangements.

Marie-Cécile Pioger, Assistante de direction, on behalf of Mr. Claude Leblond, president, and Ms. Ghislaine Brosseau, executive director, Ordre professionnel des travailleurs sociaux du Québec

We, the Nipissing Chapter of OASW, were devastated to hear of Beverley's death this past week. Our plan is to donate to the scholarship when the details are finalized. My condolences to all who worked closely with her. She was the ultimate social worker!

Cathie Watts BSW, RSW

Bev was an extraordinary person. I always looked forward to seeing her at the national meetings and spending some time with her. When she presented at our conference two years ago she brought her husband, and we all had dinner together. They made such a great couple. I can only imagine how devastated he must be. You will miss her so much, Joan. I hope you are holding up okay. I'm thinking of you.

Linda Korbin, BCASW

I just got back to the office and I see that the information I received while still in Sudbury [at the northern conference of OASW] was true. What a shock! I've been checking the obituaries in the Star every day and hoped that its absence meant that somehow the information was not correct. She was such a vibrant and dynamic woman. She will be sadly missed.

Karen Mann

This is devastating news. I am so sorry to hear about Beverley. Please let us know when the services will be held and if there is anything that we at Brainhunter can do to help out in this time of loss. My sincere condolences,

Hayden Alge

What a terrible tragedy! I agree absolutely that Beverley was an extraordinary woman. Thank you for sending out this sad announcement.

Libby Ridgely

Sharing in the loss of one who has touched and challenged the lives of so many of us through her caring and insightful life.

Bernice Bell

It gives me great sadness to hear of Beverley's untimely death. Her extensive knowledge and experience in the field were brilliantly shared with her students. As one of her past students, I will always remember her joie de vivre and sense of humour both in and out of the classroom. My sincerest condolences to her family and to all who knew her fondly. Beverley, we will miss you.

Fauzieh Reza Mohsenzadeh

Beverley will be greatly missed as OASW President, a wonderful social worker and a great human being.

Cathie Watts

On behalf of the social workers at St Joseph's Health Care London, I wish to express my deep sadness and feeling of loss, and send heartfelt condolences to her family. Beverley embodied the best of our profession and her contributions were profound in so many ways. Her work on social work ethics was particularly significant in these challenging times, and her leadership was inspiring. Her impact was felt provincially and nationally. We will remember her.

Sandy Morton, Professional Practice Leader, Social Work, St Joseph's Health Care London

I was so saddened by Bev's untimely passing. I have known Bev for many years. She was my field instructor during my MSW training. Her contributions to the profession are immeasurable. Such a gifted, energetic and compassionate person - She will be truly missed.

Isobel Keefe

On behalf of London Health Sciences Centre social workers, I wish to express our condolences. I have had the privilege and honour of knowing Beverley through my work with OASW. Her leadership has been exceptional and respected by many. As Treasurer of the OASW Board, I was able to see her as an advocate for our professional values, a mentor and a friend. Beverley and Joan MacKenzie Davies were great as a team. In addition to being efficient, creative and productive, Beverley and Joan's energy and sense of humour made projects fun for us. Her loss to us is deeply felt at a personal and a professional level.

Anne Sawarna

Beverley really died in the line of duty as she was heading to the airport to present at the OASW Northern Conference in Sudbury on Nov.11th. All the participants who heard about this tragic event at the end of the day were all in shock and expressed their deepest regrets for this profound loss. All our sympathies go to her loving husband Phillip and to her family. Some of us will travel long distances to attend her memorial service planned by the Association and Sick Children Hospital later on.

Marie Turcotte, MSW, Sudbury

On behalf of the faculty, students and staff of the School of Social Work, Renison College, University of Waterloo, I wish to express our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Dr. Beverley Antle. Her tragic death is a loss beyond words to all who knew her, who had the privilege of working with her, who have benefited from her knowledge and service and whose lives she touched in so many different ways. Deepest regret,

Ellen Sue Mesbur, Director, School of Social Work, Renison College, University of Waterloo

The sudden and tragic death of Beverley Antle is such a terrible loss to her family, friends, colleagues, and the wide circle of people whose paths crossed with hers, professionally and personally. She was an exemplary role model and her contributions to social work through her practice, research, writing, speaking, and community service were extraordinary. Heartfelt condolences to all who knew and loved her. In sadness,

Ellen Sue Mesbur, Toronto/Waterloo

It is very sad to hear such loss of a great mind. Beverley was an inspiring person and her true kindness had touched many around her. She will be always remembered.

Cherri Rong

My prayers go out to those who loved her, and had the honor of sharing intimately, in her life - her family and friends. It has been an honor to have walked with someone who has been such an inspiration.

Cristine Rego

I just met Beverley at our OASW Eastern Branch Annual conference on ethics this spring and I was so proud that she was a social worker, with such energy, intelligence and integrity.

Ellen French

I was truly saddened to hear of Bev's death today. I did my masters with her and knew her from children's rehab. Over the years, our paths have crossed many times. My last chat with her was in Halifax at the CASW conference. I was always amazed at her boundless energy, commitment to the profession and her sense of humour. My sympathy to all her family and coworkers.

Joan Davis-Whelan

I knew Beverley through my work as President of BCASW and more recently as the CASW Board representative from BC. I knew Bev for at least 6 years and we would often meet for lunch and dinner when I was in Toronto on business as many of our professional interests matched. In the profession of social work and in my own life Beverley Antle shone with a special light - passion and brilliance, conviction and humor, professionalism, ethics and depth, humanity and warmth, a deep honesty and laughter, a person with roots who always continued to grow, a person of incredible strength who could still shed tears. In the same way that diamonds stand out from glass Beverley stood out and is a precious loss. I will miss Beverley's friendship and contributions deeply and feel the sorrow that occurs when someone who touches us deeply is lost. I will remember much I celebrate her life and together with many others today I am sad and feel tears. Bless each one of you.

Robert F. Kissner

To her family and friends, please accept my heartfelt sympathy - Beverley Antle is in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your dedicated leadership in the Social Work Profession.

Deb Cassidy, MSW, RSW

...such a shock...so sorry for the family's loss, and for the loss of our most esteemed colleague.

Linda Popielarczyk

Beverley's friends and former colleagues in the social work community in Newfoundland and Labrador have been shocked and saddened by her sudden death. Her energy and commitment to the social work profession will continue to be a source of inspiration to all of us but she will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with the staff and volunteers of the Ontario Association of Social Workers, her colleagues at the University of Toronto, the Hospital for Sick Children and especially with her family and friends.

Lisa Crockwell, Executive Director, NLASW

With sincere condolences to Beverley's family for their personal loss, as well as to our loss as a SW profession.

Tish James MSW RSW

I am shocked and sad to hear about the loss of such a wonderful person, social worker, and great academic. Beverley was an inspiration to me as an academic and as a leader in the social work profession. I would like to send out my condolences to Beverley's family and friends. She will certainly be missed in many ways. Blessings,

Lisa Skelding MSW, RSW

I was shocked and my heart fell the moment I read of Beverley's passing. She remains my most influential and inspiring professor - she fostered my then budding interest in social work within a health care setting. I am proud to say that I now work at a rehab hospital, and plan to remain in health care for the duration of my career. She was a passionate and dedicated speaker with such a keen interest in her students. For me, she was a mentor, and I will take her words of support and wisdom with me wherever I go.

Karen Beekenkamp

The profession has lost a wonderful person, Bev was so kind and bright. It is indeed our great loss.

Darlene Macdonald

I deeply regret that I am unable to attend the upcoming services for Beverley. She is most deserving of a great tribute to her life and contributions she has made. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Beverley's family in this very, very, very, sad time.

Laurie Barbeau

I had the pleasure of meeting Beverley at a number of social work conferences over the past few years. We were both at a conference in Quebec and I recall that both of us were talking in a humorous way about the fact that we should have been in the "health" section but were put in "odd" places that we felt we did not quite fit. The last time I saw Beverley was in Halifax when she and others presented their wonderful research. Beverley was always friendly, full of life and enthusiastic about social work. Although I did not know her well, I felt proud of her, as a representative of our profession. I know others felt this way also. I was looking forward to seeing her at the next Conference in Toronto. She will be missed terribly. I send my condolences to her family for this terrible and untimely loss and also to her friends at the Association.

Rita Wilder Craig

To all who had the privilege of relationship with Beverley Antle, I am truly sorry for your loss. I did not know her personally, but am aware of her many contributions to our profession and to our world. Her presence in our lives will act as a light to guide our own professional journeys, as we all strive to make the word a better place!

Karen McKinley

With deepest sympathy to Beverley Antle's family and friends. Beverley recently travelled to Thunder Bay to give a presentation at our OASW AGM and, as in past meetings, I was so impressed with her dynamic presentation, her humour, and her wonderful energy. My thoughts and prayers...God Bless.

Lauren McKinnon

I wish to express gratitude for all you have done and accomplished for the profession social work. My condolences go out to your family and friends.

Cissy Pulikunnel

I am shocked and very sorry...I did not know Beverley personally but from afar. From the write-up of social work announcement it sounds as if she was a guvubg person from the word go. She was also very good looking. I am sure that there are no words to comfort you but may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion.

Gilda Katz

I only knew Beverley for a short time as her student but found her to be very inspiring and friendly. She was one of my favourite professors and will be greatly missed within the profession and by those close to her. My condolences to the family.

Kelly Morris (Kerk)

It was with great sadness that I heard of our loss. Professor Antle was a role model, mentor and compassionate individual who positively impacted on all those who encountered her professionally, clinically or personally. My thoughts and prayers.

Helen ElRaheb

As a member of the OASW MidWestern Branch since 1998, I was very saddened to hear of Beverley's passing, and send my sincere condolences to her family and friends. She will be deeply missed as a true leader, advocate and champion of the social work profession.

Niki Stevenson MSW RSW

I am very saddened to hear of Beverley's tragic death. Her memory will live on in all of her accomplishments. She was deeply committed to social work and worked tirelessly to advance the profession. My thoughts are with all of you at the OASW office and with her family.

Colleen Lundy, School of Social Work, Carleton University

As a person, as a social worker, an educator and an advocate Beverley will be missed by many. My years of knowing Beverley were when she was completing her PhD. We shared many hours in the computer lab and she was always more than willing to help edit my essays. Her care and concern for others existed in all aspects of her life. My thoughts are with her friends and family during this very difficult time.

Christine McCarter, MSW, RSW

I was shocked and horrified to learn of Beverley's death. We were so worried when she hadn't shown up in Sudbury as planned and couldn't possibly have imagined what had happened. She was such a warm and engaging person and so ready to give of herself. She made me proud to be a social worker. I am so very sorry that her life has ended so prematurely and so tragically. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. Her death is a loss to all of us.

Cathy Farrell, OASW Thunder Bay

I was stunned to read about the death of Beverley. I can only imagine how much she will be missed and by so many, not the least of which will be you at the OASW office. I took a Discharge Planning course from Beverley many years ago. The course was very comprehensive, well taught and she challenged us! What I also remember were her eyes and how they lit up when she spoke about the role of social work. They sparkled from her obvious passion and compassion for the profession and they sparkled but in a different way when she spoke about advocacy for the people served by the profession. Social Work seemed to be more than a profession, a job to her - it was a part of her.

Gayle Greene

Mes plus sincères condoléances à toute la famille. La mort de Beverley laissera un grand vide pour vous tous ainsi que pour la profession du travail social. Bon courage.

Josée Lavoie

Dearest Friends and Colleagues: We here at the ASWNC were saddened to hear of your loss. Ontario Social Workers have lost a great advocate and friend. May peace and understanding carry you through this troubled time.

Diana Thompson, President, Association of Social Workers in Northern Canada

I see your face and hear your voice. With a smile you say: "Tell me your stories, I want to hear your stories". You had a knack for keeping us on track, and getting us to challenge our own places where we were stuck. Beverley, you were loved, and respected. I am deeply and profoundly saddened by your passing. You will always be in my heart.

Mary Kaye Lucier

Beverley was such an amazing professor! Her Health and Disability class was one of my favourites during my MSW and one of the classes that taught me the most about Social Work. Beverley was an inspiration to me and I definitely feel privileged to have known her. She will be missed.

Heather Fletcher

I would like to express my shock and sadness upon learning of Bev's very sudden passing. I met Bev as an undergraduate when we were both enrolled in the introductory Social Work course at Memorial University many years ago. Over the years I have known her always to be a passionate advocate for the profession and for the people we serve. Her death is a huge loss for this profession. I know that the loss is felt deeply here in Newfoundland, and of course in Ontario, but her contributions have transcended provincial boundaries. Bev's energy, enthusiasm and many contributions will be missed right across the country, not only by the profession, but by the friends, colleagues and family she enriched in her short time with us.

Janice Parsons

I feel privileged to have met with Beverley and have been touched by her life. Although my time with her was brief, I could see that she was so full of life, the energy, passion, and enthusiasm radiated from her and was captivating. Hearing about her tragic death was shocking and hard to process as truth. I feel deeply sorry for those of you who knew Beverley well, both personally and professionally. I can't imagine the grief you are suffering and hope that you find solace in those who also shared that bond with Beverley. My thoughts are with you, Beverley will be missed by so many.

Christine Bibby

It is with great sadness that I read about Beverley's death this morning. I met Beverley when I was in the MSW program at U of T from 2001 to 2003. She made a huge impression on me - she had such energy and enthusiasm for her work, she was so committed to disability rights, and she was incredibly encouraging of her students. She bubbled over with confidence without being the least bit intimidating. Social work has definitely suffered a huge loss, and I feel personally sad knowing that I will not be in her presence again. My thoughts go to her family, and in particular to those members we heard about in her class - her husband, and her nieces and nephews (especially the precocious nephew whose name I don't recall, who had a Beatles birthday party a few years ago). Thank you, Beverley, for inspiring us all and for making us better social workers in the process.

Julie Rooke, MSW London, England)

Beverley was very gifted and will be a great loss to the profession and I am sure a greater loss to those that loved her. We are better for having known her.

Nancy Mayer

Beverley was such an amazing professor! Her Health and Disability class was one of my favourites during my MSW and one of the classes that taught me the most about Social Work. Beverley was an inspiration to me and I definitely feel privileged to have known her. She will be missed.

Heather Fletcher

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Beverley Antle. I served as Manitoba Director to the CASW Board when Beverley was contracted to research and re-write the Code of Ethics for the organization. It was a pleasure to work with Beverley on this important project. Her knowledge, commitment and passion for the profession of Social Work will be truly missed, as will her bright smile and enthusiasm.

Liz McLeod

Very sad and upsetting news. Beverley was a wonderful professor at U of T, and a kind and giving human being. My thoughts will be of her this evening.

Jordana Sternberg

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Beverley. Her life and works have been a gift and an inspiration, and I am grateful to be among the many who have benefited from her time on earth.

Sally Cozens

Like many of you I'm reeling over the loss of Bev. I am especially saddened at this tragedy as Bev was a great support to me during my time as CASW President. She was an encourager and always had a word of inspiration for me. Not only was Bev a source of inspiration individually but everyone knows the support and work she provided to CASW. Therefore as an effort to express our condolences to her family, two CASW representatives will attend the funeral tomorrow. We will also be making a contribution to one of the charities named by Bev's family within the next couple of weeks and putting a message on the online bulletin. I trust these actions reflect how much we cared for Bev and will give her family some comfort in knowing that her work was appreciated by us.

Veronica N. Marsman, CASW President

We continue to share the shock everyone who knew Beverley is now experiencing. We also share in the disbelief that someone as able, engaging, thoughtful and full of life could possibly be gone from among us. Thank you for keeping us in the loop as to arrangements and the developing opportunities to preserve the memory of Bev. You are in our thoughts and prayers for sure, as you progress through this tough period. Our very best regards -

Debra Wiszniak and Richard Hazel, Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

We cannot begin to measure the enormity of the loss of Dr. Beverley Antle. She was indeed one of our best and our brightest and a stalwart champion of the profession, a clinician, scholar and a tireless advocate for social justice. It is truly a sad time for our profession.

Joanne and Frank Turner.

Words often feel so inadequate at this time and we wanted you all to know that you can count on us for support through the coming days, weeks, and how ever long it takes to start to feel a sense of equilibrium. Thank you for telling me about the scholarship fund. I agree that this is a fitting tribute and the College and many of us personally will be contributing to it. I feel badly that I'm not there however I will certainly be thinking of all of you today and tomorrow. Take Care,

Glenda McDonald

I was very sorry to hear about the tragic death of Beverley Antle. I know you worked very closely with her; this must be a very sad time for you, and for all who knew her. Patricia O'Connor

You and Beverley's family are in my thoughts. I am still stunned by the news.

Marv Bernstein

My deepest condolence to the family and to the OASW family.

Connie Bahiwag

It must be so difficult to manage with everyday life these days and I am particularly sorry for all of you at the OASW who were so fortunate to have worked so closely with Beverley over these past few years - her sudden death has surely left a huge hole in your midst. I am with all of you in my thoughts.

Trixie Traub-Werner

I continue to think about Beverley, her colleagues and her family, whom I know from living in Newfoundland. I'm unable to attend tomorrow's Funeral. I would hope to be available for a memorial when the plans are in place.

Marilyn Parsons

What a loss to OASW and to the whole profession. The few contacts that I had with Beverley have remained with me as I found her excellent sense of humor, balance, ethical analysis and warmth to be unforgettable. Her leadership throughout the revision of the Code of Ethics enriched all of us who participated in the process. Beverley was truly an extraordinary women.

Phyllis Nash

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As a good and caring person who contributed so much, Beverley is a part of all that we will do in the future.

Anne O'Connor

Wishing for wonderful memories of a special woman that positively affected many other lives.

Patti Nashman

Beverley was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed by many. I have fond memories of her as a Ph.D. student at the Faculty of Social Work - we spent some memorable times just talking late into the night. She was interested and knew about so much even then and that only became more so over the years. As she entered her third term as President of OASW the impact of her work on behalf of the Association was really making its mark. Her untimely loss is a huge blow for our community, our profession, locally, nationally and internationally. She will always be remembered fondly and terribly missed.

Trixie Traub-Werner

I am so saddened to learn of Beverley's sudden passing. She was a remarkable woman, social worker, educator and researcher. She will be greatly missed. My most sincere condolences to Beverley's husband, family and those in the field who are mourning this terrible loss of life.

Alissa Ulster

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Beverley Antle. My condolences to her family. Beverley Antle was a great asset to the Social Work community.

Lina Jobanputra

I was deeply saddened to hear the news about Beverley Antle. I was fortunate enough to have taken one of her classes and found her to be not only a first-rate professor and social worker, but an amazing individual, so full of energy and optimism for life. Her loss will be deeply felt by all.

Jennifer Kivell (nee Becker)

Deep sympathies to Beverley's family. She has been an exemplary asset to the Social Work field and all the students at the Faculty of Social Work whose lives she has touched.

Patricia Aitchison

I am so sorry to learn the demise of Beverley Antle such a terrific people-friendly person. I remember her charming role as the chairperson of our board meetings rushing through the agendas. Her vision towards our profession and the OASW's role, her genuine sense of humour, compassion, and comprehension and deep understanding of each person she met. Somebody wrote, "Tears are sometimes an inappropriate response to death. When a life has been lived completely honestly, completely successfully, or just completely, the correct response to death's perfect punctuation mark is a smile". I share the grief of her family and May God comfort us among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Prasad Nair

To all those who knew and loved Beverley Antle: Please accept my very deepest sympathy and condolences in your loss. The loss for us is profound, surely beyond words. I feel too for Beverley herself, for I'm sure she had intention to further contribute in this world. Dr. Antle, as an accomplished woman, has left a legacy, whether it be within the hearts of individuals or in the promotion of our cherished profession. For us who are left behind, we can choose to honour her name and person by being the very best in the profession that we can. In following her example, let us also mentor the next generation of social workers to a place far beyond where we are today. As a visionary, she already was more than one step beyond - let us follow this lead. And to Beverley: Thank you. May you fare well.

Debbie Stoewen

The Board of the British Columbia Association of Social Workers was shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Beverley Antle. Our memories of Bev include her participation in our 2004 provincial conference. Her warmth, humour, ethical analysis and leadership made her participation in that conference unforgettable. Beverley's tactful, yet open and direct approach to difficult political situations earned her the respect of her colleagues in our province. Beverley will be remembers for her dedication to the profession of Social Work and her leadership in defining and clarifying our profession. Her positive working style and enthusiasm for the promotion of the Code of Ethics leaves a lasting impression on those who were privileged to work with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the OASW, Beverley's family and close associates at this very difficult time.

Phyllis Nash, President BCASW

I was extremely fortunate to attend a social work class taught by Beverley. She was also on my doctoral thesis committee. I learned so much from her. Beverley was an extraordinary scholar, teacher & human being. I will miss her very much.

Barbara Muskat

To Beverley's Family and Friends: I was quite shocked when I first read about this in the Star and then from a notice we received from our professional organization of which I am a member. I did not know Beverley personally but was always quite impressed with her management and her many written works for the membership. She struck me as an extremely compassionate person who worked for the benefit and improvement of her fellow human beings' quality of life issues and the many afflictions we as humans sometimes have. All of you have my heartfelt sympathy in this overwhelming loss you must be experiencing. May God grant you the needed strength and support at this very vulnerable time of your life. With My Sincerest Sympathies To All Of You.

Sharon Swaffield

I wish to express my deepest sympathy to Bev's family on their tragic lost. Bev was my professor at the University of Toronto last year and helped me tremendously - not only through my academic challenges but through my homesickness as well. Her love of Newfoundland and what it held for her was always evident. She was a true inspiration and her messages of respect and love for people will live on in the lives that she touched.

Agatha Corcoran, MSW, RSW, Newfoundland

On behalf of the School of Social Work at Memorial University, our sincere condolences to all of Bev's colleagues, friends and family. Like so many others, we were shocked and saddened to learn of her death. Bev began her social work career in Newfoundland where she is remembered for her tremendous energy, dedication and leadership, the same qualities which characterized her work in Ontario and on the national scene. Admired and respected by all who knew her, Bev's loss will be deeply felt.

Shelly Birnie-Lefcovitch, Director, School of Social Work, Memorial University

I did not know Beverley personally, but I know of her efforts for social workers and her compassion and caring for others. My condolences and deepest sympathies go out to her family, close friends and colleagues at this time of loss and grief.

Dawn Zivanovich, MSW, RSW

Beverley was an inspiring person, social work colleague, and leader. Our community, our profession, and our Association have all been privileged by her presence among us. At this time of exceeding loss, we mourn her passing, yet are grateful for the impact her life has had upon ours.

Brian Adams

I only had the pleasure of meeting Beverley once, but was inspired by her warmth and energy. She has left an incredible legacy through her gift of organ donation. It speaks to her profound and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Barbara Steinberg

It is truly sad to see Beverley leave our profession. As a student in social work, I have always been in admiration of Beverley's work and dedication that made her such an admiration to the field and practice of Social Work. She had a tremendous impact on my life as a beginning student in Social Work. Although I never had the honor of meeting her personally, I always felt connected through her voice in the OASW Newsmagazine, and always thought to myself: "I hope that I too can be a great leader such as that", and with that always found motivation to continue on in my studies. She surely did have an impact on not only the world, but students as well. My deepest sympathies to the family and a word of encouragement to the OASW Team: keep marching forward, even through times of loss we must not lose sight of our vision as Social Workers.

Dwight Thompson, Ottawa, ON

I am so sorry.

Barbara Sims-Tidy

I am distressed to hear of Beverley's death. Recently I requested her help with a project I am working on. The enthusiasm, confidence, and encouragement of her response gave me what I needed to carry the project forward. Thank you Beverley. My condolences to Beverley's family and to the OASW staff.

Bill Polski

My deepest condolences to Bev's family and friends. She was a model for all of us in her commitment to the profession. Her leadership will be missed.

Anne Westhues

I was not fortunate enough to have met Beverley, but her impact on the social work community was very evident to me. My sincerest condolences to her family and friends.

Andrea Zdelar

I was so sorry to hear of Beverley's passing. She was a wonderful and dedicated worker for the Social Work profession and for the underprivileged. She will be greatly missed. I wish to send my condolences to her family.

Diane Wallace

I knew Beverley through the Canadian Association of Social Work Administrators in Health Facilities (CASWAHF). I was always impressed with her insights and appreciation of the "real" issue at stake. A true professional and caring social worker. She will be sorely missed.

Bob Giles

I have been impacted tremendously since learning of Beverley's death. I did not know Beverley well, however, our encounters through the provincial board remain vivid and meaningful in my mind. Her positive energy, enthusiasm, charisma, and warmth, were captivating and inspiring. To the staff at 410, you are truly a remarkable group. Thank you so much for your ongoing leadership at such a difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Paula DeVeto

My sincere condolence to Beverley's family, friends and colleagues. I was deeply saddened by her sudden and tragic death. She was a woman with a vision and passion for a better world. I know she will be sadly missed by all who knew her and those of us (myself included) who did not have the chance to meet her but were connected nonetheless through our love of social work. As her candle blows out here on earth - a star lights up in heaven.

Dawn Wallace

Sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Beverley Antle. I appreciated her leadership in our profession and her vision as a social worker and person. I pray she rests peacefully in God's arms.

Jeff Packer

Dear Joan, Gillian & OASW staff, My heartfelt condolences go to all of you. I can't imagine how devastated you are feeling. Beverley's untimely death is a loss to the profession, to OASW and to all things we hold dear. My thoughts are with you.

Pat Lieberman

I met Beverley at an "All Presidents" meeting in Toronto a few years back. We had a tremendous meeting and all went out for Thai food afterwards. At the time, I was moved by Beverley's warm and humble way, in a woman so brilliant, capable and powerful. She inspired me then, as now. I will think of her often. My condolences to her loved ones, which I'm sure, are many.

Rita Chretien Past President ASWNC

Although I did not have the privilege of knowing Beverley personally, I was fortunate enough to hear her speak twice. Those two experiences had a profound impact on me. She was an inspiration to me as a social worker and as a person. The world has endured a great loss.

Ellen Kampf

While I didn't know Beverley, I would like to express my condolences to her family and others that knew her. As a social worker working in the auto industry and facing impairments daily, I can only imagine how difficult a period this must be for those that knew her.

David Cohen

My sincere condolences during this time of sadness and loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Charlene Marshall

It was with such shock and sadness that I heard about Bev's untimely and tragic death. I remember her well from our time in the doctoral program at U of T, and will miss her leadership and generosity. She has truly embodied the spirit and principles of the social work profession.

Marilyn Herie

Phil - so sorry about Bev's death. I will be thinking about you in the months to come.

Liz Yorke

Beverley has been a visionary leader in the education of social workers across Canada. I am profoundly saddened by the loss of her leadership and inspiration to our profession.

Beverlee McIntosh

Bev's' light brightened every room she entered and every soul she touched. The memory of her gifted loveliness will be cherished. Warmest wishes to all who feel her loss.

Susan Roher

I am sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Bev Antle who gave much to the profession of social work and had much more to offer. Please express my sincere sympathies to the family.

Allan Moscovitch, Professor, School of Social Work, Carleton University

It was with great shock and sadness that I learned of Bev's death. I first met her when she was an extern "off the Rock" at the George Hull Centre. I have had many opportunities to encounter her, on OASW committees and at UofT Faculty of SW over the years. She was, and remained, a very bright, dedicated social worker who had a keen interest in learning and later in teaching. She was a formidable presence in the SW field and will be missed. She was also a lovely person with many interests, including the ballet where I also used to see her. My condolences to her family in this time of tragic loss.

Sheila Rodger Faucher

Dearest OASW Members: It is with shock and disbelief that our dear President, Beverley J. Antle passed away suddenly from us. But let us remember her beautiful smile, the messages she had time and time again brought to us, through conferences, news magazines, workshops, speeches, lectures etc. Let there be memories, found recollections of special occasions and everyday things. Let your heart start on its journey to healing by feeling the comfort remembering brings. Let there be memories, pictures, mementos, a voice that we had heard, through advocating and lobbying our government on social justice issues, and through conferences/workshops/lectures and favourite stories both funny and sad. Let our/your mind wander the paths of remembrance, reliving the joys and the good times you've/we've had with Beverley J. Antle. Let there be memories, signs that our loved ones remain near in spirit long after they're gone ... tender, surprising, heart-warming, and welcome, sweet proof of the promise that love will live on. May the warm memories surround her families, friends, loved ones, and members of the OASW, and may it bring you/us comfort. With Deepest Sympathy,

Genevieve Joss, MSW, OASW, RSW

It is with great sadness that I send this condolence for a truly dynamic and genuine social worker. We are all saddened by her loss.

Lesia Harasym, Social Worker Hamilton

It was a privilege to have known Beverley and to have worked with her. She has left me with an indelible memory of what can be accomplished with creative initiative and conviction.

Sheila Pollock

Although I don't know Beverley personally (I wish I did!), I can feel the pain of loss nonetheless. I want her family to know - during this most difficulty time - that Beverley is & will always be deeply respected, loved and missed by her friends, colleagues and even strangers. I am proud to have a fellow social worker such as Beverley.

Joe Ng

My condolences to Beverley's family, friends, co-workers and fellow social workers. We had the pleasure of having Bev speak at an event for Social Work Week several years ago and must state her inspirational messages stay with me even today. She was a strong advocate for social justice and she will be missed greatly.

Kathleen McLean

I was shocked and stunned to hear about Beverley. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Barb Spencer

To Beverley's Family, Friends and Colleagues: I wish to extend deepest sympathy to all of you who knew Beverley. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Roy Hanes and Faculty of Carleton University, School of Social Work

Beverley was a compassionate, accomplished highly respected leader in our field. She will be sorely missed by many as a person, as a scholar and as a practitioner in our field. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to her family and to all who were close to her.

Dr. Donald E. Meeks

I share with you my sincerest thoughts of sadness upon hearing the passing of such a wonderful person. May the hearts she touched inspire us to inspire the hearts of those of who lack inspiration. For this is truly the gift she gave.

Rando