Beverly (Bigelow) Quada “Babs”, age 61 of Lowell, passed away Monday, October 19, 2015. She was born on June 24, 1954 to the late Wesley Bigelow and Madonna Bird Bigelow, sharing that birthday with a twin sister, Cindy. Babs was one of seven daughters. She was married to her late husband, Ray Quada, on July 19, 1986. Her husband preceded her in death on August 27, 2000. Also preceding her were sister, Susan Gessler and brother-in-law, Jack Harrall. She is survived by and was known as ‘Mom’ to her son, Andrew Quada and his wife JaMesha, as well as to her son, Matthew Quada; and known as ‘Na Na’ to her three grandchildren Kaitlyn, Nolan, and Lauren Quada. She leaves behind her twin sister, Cindy (Bruce) Boyce; sisters, Mary Harrall, brother-in-law, Jerry (Lori) Gessler, Nancy (Dan) Fansher, Rose (Randy) Maxim, Penny (Marc) Bullerman and their families. She will be greatly missed by her loving sisters that so tirelessly cared for her and especially her brother-in-law, Bruce who was at her side for so many months as her health deteriorated while anticipating a liver transplant. This amazing family has provided such unconditional love and support to Babs. She gained her strength from them as they gained strength from her. The family wishes to thank all those that provided such compassionate care for her at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods and asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to them in honor of her memory. Funeral service will be held Friday 11:00 a.m. at the Lowell United Methodist Church, 621 E. Main St., Lowell, MI. Pastors Brad Brillhart and Gordon Barry officiating. Visitation Thursday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Roth-Gerst Chapel, 305 N. Hudson, Lowell MI and one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice at Trillium Woods, 8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
