Obituary of Beatrice Ann Rust

With profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Beatrice Ann Rust (nee Clinton) on July 10, 2025, in her 81st year.

Dear sister of Katherine Hickey (Paul), John Clinton (Rosemary), Barbara Chambers (Robert), and sister-in-law Elizabeth, wife of late brother Thomas Clinton (2014). Predeceased by parents Thomas (1992) & Naomi (1994) Clinton, brother Frederick (1959), Carl (2007), Patricia (2014), Pearl (2014) and sister Rena Mae Gross.

Bea was an aunt, great-aunt and great-great aunt to many nieces and nephews, as well as being survived by many cousins in Canada and the United States. Predeceased by nieces Heather, Pamela and Corinna, nephews, Richard, David, Shayne, Phillip and great-nephew Deven.

Bea spent many hours crocheting and knitting blankets for cats and dogs which she donated to shelters in London and Sarnia. A graduate of H. B. Beal Secondary School, Bea spent 50 years of employment holding accounting positions in Ontario and Nova Scotia. She volunteered at the Palace Theatre for many years and became a Life Member of the London Community Players. Bea was a dedicated member of London South Jazzercise location.

Cremation has taken place.  

A private inurnment will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the

Canadian Diabetes Association or charity of your choosing are appreciated by the family.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.evansfh.ca Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Rd., (519) 451-9350, entrusted with arrangements