Beverly B. Steding, 88, of Cicero, passed away on Wednesday afternoon. After spending her childhood on Sandy Pond, she moved to Syracuse, attended Powelson Business Institute and began her professional career at Gordon Electronics. After 23 years with O' Brien & Gere Engineers, Beverly retired at 70 years of age. She was an avid painter, a life member of the Creative Home Arts Club, and was active in the Society of Decorative Painters. Beverly was known for her quick wit and as a generous, fun and loving woman who adored her grandchildren. 

She is survived by her children, Victoria (David) Fox, MaryLou (Ed) Mills, Roberta Welch, William (Kate) Steding II; thirteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be private. 

Beverly was known for her love of animals, especially in her devotion to providing a warm and loving home for all feline friends in need. In mind of this, donations may be made to: www.humanecny.org, 4915 W Taft Rd, Liverpool, NY 13088.