Beverly Ann Crisman

September 24, 1938 - August 27, 2020

Traverse City - Beverly Ann Crisman, 81, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, August 27, 2020. Beverly Ann Brogan was born in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada on September 24, 1938 to parents Robert and Winnifred (née Fraser) Brogan. Bev was raised alongside her brothers Keith and Buddy. She graduated from Wayne State University in 1959 with her degree in dental assisting. On January 21, 1968, Bev married George Crisman. Together they celebrated 52 years of marriage and children Jeff and Marianne. Bev was very social, active, and enjoyed volunteering her time. Her involvement included the Quota Club, volunteering at Central United Methodist Church, the Senior Center, and the Pavilions. Bev and George were always together in marriage and work. Together they owned and operated the Sail Inn and several real estate ventures. In their travels across the USA, they managed an RV campground in Sedona, Arizona and worked as cast members for Walt Disney Theme Parks. Bev enjoyed camping and spending time with friends. Above all, Bev was devoted to her family and loved them dearly. Bev is forever loved by her husband George; son Jeff (Chrys) Livingston; daughter Marianne (Flip) Crisman-Fenno; grandsons Maxwell and Mason; and brother Keith Brogan. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Bev is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Winnifred, and brother Buddy Brogan. Those wishing to make a donation in Bev’s memory are asked to consider the Alzheimer’s Association. The family would like to thank the staff at Bay Ridge for their care of Bev. A Celebration of Bev’s life will follow in the spring of next year. Share a memory of Bev on her tribute wall. Bev and her family are in the care of the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services.