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Beatrice Perdue Obituary

Beatrice (Bea) M. Perdue, 82, of Vinton, Va., went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 7, 2009. Born May 29, 1926, in Woonsocket, R.I., she was the daughter of the late Leon Monfils and Alice Moisson Monfils. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred and Phillip Monfils; two sisters, Ida Bloom and Evelyn Monfils; a son-in-law, Bill Brackens; and daughter-in-law, Kathy Perdue. She was a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Garrett (Hoby) Hobart Perdue; two daughters, Theresa Brackens and Rose and husband, Larry Hoback; four sons, Ernest and wife, Jeanie Perdue, Charles Perdue, Noel Perdue and Leon and wife, Alison Perdue; 18 grandchildren; 21 greatgrandchildren; one sister, Carol Ferland. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at noon at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Msgr. Thomas G. Miller officiating. Interment to follow in Mt. View Cemetery, Vinton, Va. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Mar. 9 to Mar. 10, 2009.

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Debbie Zegeer

March 15, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Bea's passing. I love her and your family dearly. Bea was truly the personification of strength and integrity. My deepest sympathy. Debbie

Jean Frangowlakis

March 10, 2009

Charlie,

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My sympathies,

gene henegar, jr.

March 10, 2009

Im sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Perdue, as a kid growing up in Midway I remember how nice she was to the children in the neighborhood. Im sure she will be greatly missed by her family, as well as by her friends and neighbors. Our family also enjoyed her Christmas lights and decorations for over 30 years. ("Thanks") Her family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Dale Arrington

March 9, 2009

Ernie and Jeanie... I am so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I know how you must be feeling right now. I know you will take comfort knowing she is with our Lord. Know that you are in our prayers. We love you both. Ann and Dale

Karen Via Layton and family

March 9, 2009

To my God Family:
Please know how very sorry I am for the loss of Mama Bea. She has always been such a special person in my families life and we all love her dearly. It brings comfort to know there is no more suffering and pain. She is with our Lord and catching up with family and friends that were in Heaven to meet her.
Always keep her memories in your hearts and you will never be alone. Please let me know if there is anything you need. God Bless each of you!!

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