Beverly Moser Perlenfein
June 17, 1938 ~ August 8, 2011
Beverly Jean Raddatz Moser Perlenfein, 73 of Mt. Vernon, passed away on Aug 8, 2011, from a sudden illness at St. Luke's Hospital. Visitation will be on Thursday Aug 11, at Morgan Funeral Home from 5:00-8:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday Aug 12, at 1:30 pm at the Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church. Burial will be at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, Clyde; and daughters: Kim (Bob) Zimmerman, of Anamosa Iowa, Karry (Larry) Hauser, of Lake View Iowa; a son Kenneth (Maribel) Moser of Lithia, Florida; three granddaughters: Shannon Moser, and Abby and Ashly Hauser; a sister, Barbara (Bob) Dunkelman of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; niece Melissa (Tony) Udekwu, of Lewisburg Pennsylvania; step-daughters: Karen (Mark) Eifler, of Portland, Oregon, Kristi (Craig) Debevoise, of Austin, Texas, Katy (Tim) Munroe, of Concord, California; a step sister Ramona (Russ) McClatchey of Hedgesville, West Virgini; and 6-step-grandchildren. Beverly was born June 17, 1938 in Chicago Illinois, the daughter of Herman and Bernice (Bennewitz) Raddatz. She graduated from Franklin High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and attended the University of Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents. She married John (Jack) Moser, June 14, 1958. He passed away April 25, 1999. She married Clyde Perlenfein on May 16, 2004. Beverly worked at Cornell College from 1971 until her retirement in 2004 serving as Alumni Program Coordinator. She is a member of the Malta Chapter OES, and did volunteer work at St. Luke's Hospital. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, reading, traveling, and playing cards. Memorials in Bev's honor may be sent to: The American Cancer Society, 4080 First Ave. N.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, The Lisbon United Methodist Church, 200 E. Market Street, Lisbon, IA 52253, Cornell College, 600 First Street W., Mount Vernon, IA 52314 or the charity of the donor's choice. On-line condolences: morganfuneralchoices.com
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Dear Clyde and Family, Bev was such a supporter of our Franklin Reunions and class luncheons–always upbeat, chatty and positive. She helped me by tying all the ribbons for our table decorations for the upcoming 55th. Up until a week ago she was so positive she could beat this cancer. I am still in shock as I know all of you are. All we can do is remember fondly all of the happy family times and how very much she loved you all. God bless and comfor all of you. Elaine
Clyde and Family – Our sincere condolences are extended to you and your family. We will remember Bev fondly during our times at Cornell College. She was such a delight to be around and helped in shaping our future. We are so sorry for your loss. Sincerely – John Turner and Ann Loewe Turner
Our Cornell garden of memorable folk will always be bright for having Bev’s presence.
Clyde and family We just wanted you to know we are thinking of you and that you have our deepest sympathy. Everybody at Wayne Hall Chrysler Wayne, Wayne Jr, Mark and Jill, Ben
Clyde, Saddened to see notice of the passing of Beverly. Memories of your years together will always be with you.
Clyde, my condolences on Bev’s passing. Her warm smile was always a joy. On the Cornell hilltop and around town, she’ll truly be missed.
Kenneth, Kerry & Kim, So sorry for your loss. Your mom always made me feel welcome in your home. Always kind hearted with a smile and caring way. – Kevin Arnold
Dear Clyde and family: I was glad to get to come to the visitation of Beverly . I never got a chance to meet her. She was a very popular lady I can see that. Do hope we can stay in touch …. Blessings. Janet (Massingham) Hlas
Kim, Kerry & Ken – I am sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, I have fond memories of her from church and other gatherings. Our mothers seemed to spend time togehter each month. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev touched the lives of so many generations of Cornellians with her warm smile and welcoming attitude. I know she’s continuing that gift in her new home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Clyde and family.