James Beverley "Bev" Hartley

James Beverley (“Bev”) Hartley, beloved husband of Geraldine Ruth Hartley, of Calgary, Alberta went to be with the Lord on December 28, 2025 at the age of 95.

Bev is predeceased by his wife, Geraldine (“Gerry”) Ruth Hartley; parents Aubrey and Christenna (“Tennie”) Hartley; and sister, Lois Traill; and his son, Stephen James Hartley. He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Cynthia (“Cindy”) Grabowecky (Chris); granddaughter, Cheryl Rasmuson (Oliver); his great granddaughter, Abigale; grandson, Michael Grabowecky (Yasmeen); and his great grandson, Cillian. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Parker, Jake, Kaycie and Tyson Hartley. He will be greatly missed by his loving family.

Born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and he moved away from home at the age of 18 and took a job at CP Rail in Calgary. He attended SAIT and received an Architectural Draftsmen degree then had various mechanical/electrical jobs in the engineering field throughout the years. As one of his projects, he helped design the polar bear exhibit at the Calgary Zoo. 

He attended First Baptist Church and was involved in Young People’s Group, where he met Gerry. Bev was involved with First Baptist Church for more than 70 years singing in the choir, involved in the group “Mafia” and “Camera Club”, tellering, involved with the property management and later singing in a men’s choir called “Good News Singers“. 

He was very athletic and his favorite sport was badminton. He enjoyed old cars and war museums. He was meticulous and a perfectionist when it came to fixing, maintaining or making things. He took pride in his house and yard. 

Bev cherished and loved to spend time with family, especially his children and grandchildren. He took great pride in all of them. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He was a very kind soul, a gentle man and had a great sense of humor. He also truly cherished his many friends as well. He enjoyed travelling with family and friends on many fun beach trips or cruises. He will be sorely missed.

We would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to the staff at Auburn Retirement Residence and to Dr. Grace Wang. All did an outstanding job taking care of Bev’s needs with nothing but love and compassion.

A Memorial Service will be held at BONAVISTA BAPTIST CHURCH, 1507 Acadia Dr. SE, Calgary on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. 

Donations to the Mustard Seed in his honour would be much appreciated.