Beatrice V. Moore, age 93, of 14649 24th Road, Rapid River and currently residing with her son in Covington, MI, passed away peacefully Sunday morning June 21, 2009 at the Northstar Hospital in Iron River. 
 
Our beloved mother, sister and grandmother has passed to heaven where there is no more worldly suffering.  Her 93 years of life was filled with tragedy, pain, suffering and also many rewards and love.  Her intelligent mind wanted to continue but her physical body could take no more.  Mom’s life was extended through miracles that no one could explain.  Her love for her family made her endure much suffering because she knew we could not let her go.  God made the decision for us and took her very peacefully in her sleep.  The suffering has ended for her and we must be strong in our life as she was.  Her faith in God was enduring.  Her prayers every night were for others as she named everyone in her family, each and every night.  Her only prayers to God for herself were ones to ask to help ease her pain.  She endured dialysis for three and one half years and never complained about going.  Mom’s big brown eyes and her forever smile will never be forgotten but cherished in everyone whose life she touched.  Her sense of humor lasted until the day she left us, even though she was suffering.  She always had a wise crack.  Mom always reminded us that she was our mother whether we needed a haircut, a change in clothes or a recipe to follow.  She was not only our Mother; she was our confidant and supported our every endeavor.  Her pride in her family was unsurpassed.  She will always be looking over us from her new home in Heaven.
 
Beatrice was born March 13, 1916, in Fayette, MI, the daughter of Henry and Olive (Armstrong) Peterson.  She was raised in Nahma where she attended and graduated from the Nahma schools.  Following school, Beatrice gained employment and worked for a time at the Nahma Hotel and the Nahma Boarding House.  On April 3, 1937, Beatrice was joined in marriage to James William Moore at the All Saints Church in Gladstone.  Together Beatrice and James made their home, for a short time, and began their family in Escanaba.  The couple then relocated to Nahma, residing there for ten years before finally settling in Isabella where Beatrice has remained until her health began to decline in 2005.  James preceded Beatrice in death on November 7, 1971.  She then moved to Covington, MI, residing with her son, Henry, till present day.  In addition to raising her family, Beatrice also provided childcare for family friends and her daughter Patricia, over the years.  Beatrice was a member of the St. Paul Episcopal Church, for many years.  She enjoyed family gatherings, playing cards and going to church.  She will be deeply missed. 
 
Survivors include:
Son:  Henry Peter Moore of Covington, MI

Daughter:  Patricia (Leonard) Schwartz of Isabella, MI

Brother:  Edwin (Ruby) Peterson of Wells, MI

6 Grandchildren:  David, Paul, Patrick, Andy, James (Mindy) and John (LeighAnn)

6 Great Grandchildren:  David Schwartz II, Matthew, Ashley, Tamara and Samantha Moore and Amanda Nedeau

Great Great Grandchild:  Elizabeth Swayer
 
In addition to her parents, Henry and Olive and her husband James, Beatrice was preceded in death by:

3 Sons:  James Louis in 1953; David in 1971; Edwin in 1983

4 Sisters:  Ruth Powers; Hazel Schwartz; Lillian Sprague; Dorothy Voights
 
Beatrice’s family will receive friends on Wednesday from 4:00PM to 7:00PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone.  Visitation will continue on Thursday from 9:00AM to 10:00AM at the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Escanaba.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Beatrice V. Moore will follow at 10:00AM, at St. Stephen’s, with Fr. Rayford Ray of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Michigan officiating.  Committal rites will follow at the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells.  Luncheon will take place at St. Stephen’s following committal rites.  Contributions in Beatrice’s name may be directed to the Nahma Historical Society.  Envelopes will be available throughout visitation and funeral services.  The Skradski-Boyce Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Moore family with arrangements.