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Elizabeth Bearer Obituary
Funeral Mass: 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Holy Name Roman Catholic Church, the Rev. Msgr. Arnold L. Gaus, celebrant. Committal in New Mexico. Visitation: Friends will be received 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Askew-Houser Funeral Homes, Inc., Ebensburg, Pa. A vigil prayer service will be held Friday evening.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations in Elizabeth's memory may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1020 State Street, Baden, Pa. 15005.
She was born July 25, 1952, in Wichita Falls. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Clair and Regina "Jean" Bearer.
She graduated with a B.S. in medical technology from Texas Christian University, received her M.D. from the University of Miami, and attained a Ph.D. in immunology from the University of California at Davis. Elizabeth served as a medical technician at Tawan Hospital, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E., between 1980-1983 and was certified in internal medicine and infectious disease. Elizabeth's passions included family genealogy, including four different sides of her family, reading, writing, beadwork, and she was interested in African culture.
She was an active peace activist and dedicated her life to bringing hope to the hopeless.
Survivors: Father, Clair A. Bearer and his wife, Ethel Haynes Bearer of Versailles, Ky.; stepmother, Louise Lynch of Mineola; sister Patricia (Leo) Ladouceur of Farmington, N.M.; uncles, Eugene and Paul Bearer of Ebensburg, Pa.; aunt, Sister Ruth Bearer, C.S.J., McKees Rock, Pa.; cousin Connie (Bob) Miller of Ebensburg; and nieces and nephews, Scott Ladouceur, Ashleigh and Heidi Miller, and Jacob, Allison and Gregory Bearer.
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Burton Scott, MD
December 16, 2017
I knew Elizabeth from medical school in Miami from 1988-1990 and from her residency at Duke in the early 1990's. I always admired her gentle spirit, sharp intelligence and nurturing, kind ways. She was the type of person that you would want to have as your doctor, and as your friend. My life is enriched by having known her.
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October 10, 2008
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Kent Drysch
June 29, 2008
I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Elizabeth's family. I only knew her briefly (we had 1 class together at TCU) but she left an impression on me that I will never forget. I knew she would go on to do great things. Unfortunately, after that one class, our paths never crossed again and I am all the poorer for that.
Earl Freeman
June 19, 2008
Elizabeth,
Lynn just read your obituary in the TCU Alumni magazine. Lives at times seem so busy. I remember you as a bright and exceptional medical technologist all those years ago at Harris Hospital, and a friend. Blessedly, you were able to use your life to benefit others. Occasionally, Gaye Reed would share your joys and pain. We are happy that pain is past forever. You befriended and served so many, and we are better for having known you. May you rest in peace.
God Bless You,
Earl and Lynn Freeman
Joe Kaminski
February 25, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the entire Bearer family. Elizabeth was a beautiful person and a brilliant mind.
I know she was loved, and I know she will be missed by many.
Ingeborg Tartiere
February 8, 2008
Patricia our heart goes out to you at the loss of your beloved sister Elizabeth. May the love and support of others help to give you the strenght you need from day to day.Nous t'embrassons Inge Stephane et Sophie
Louise Lynch
February 8, 2008
My dear Elizabeth, I have loved you since the first day I saw you. You brought joy and love into my life. I will aways miss you. Love, Mama
Nancy Buchmeier
February 7, 2008
Elizabeth was a friend for over 14 years and I will miss that friendship very much. We met when she lived in San Diego and had kept in contact throughout the years. She introduced me to the beauty of the Carolinas, the Everglades and Fort Worth. I will remember her love of hills covered with yellow mustard and her delight in spotting a small red colored bird high in the trees. She was a person who went into medicine to help others and she had worked hard to become an excellent physician. My deepest sympathies to her sister Patricia and family.
ana askew
February 6, 2008
Lizbeth, my heart is filled with memories of you..the gentle intelligence of you, your smile, your openess to the world. I deem it an honor, that fate cast us together as college room-mates. Thanks for having been such an important part of my life.. Ana Askew
Kelli
February 6, 2008
Dr. Bearer will be greatly missed in Texas. She was a great Doctor and a wonderful resource. She just might have known a little about every topic. She never passed up an opportunity to teach us (nurses) something new. I am sure that your heart aches now, but I will always remember her kindness. God be with you and bless you in your time of need!
Deb (Rosensteel) Maland
February 6, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Ebony
February 5, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Dr. Bearer in Downtown Fort Worth. I enjoyed our talks about life and the country. She will be missed. My the Lord send His comforter in your time of need.
Robert LaPrelle
February 4, 2008
This is a great loss for all of us.
Edward & Margery Grimes
February 4, 2008
Patty, you have our deepest sympathy. We love you.
Connie Miller
February 4, 2008
Betty's compassionate ways were so inspirational and she left such good memories with all who knew her. She had an amazing life and also touched the lives of countless numbers of people worldwide. It's not often that God sends someone to earth that has the kind of impact Betty had, and she will be missed.
Kit Jurgielewicz
February 3, 2008
May God bless you and your loved ones during this time of grief. Dr. Elizabeth, although I did not know you personally, your dear sister Patricia means the world to me. And I know that Heaven will be considerably brighter having you there.
Mary Ann Cotten
February 3, 2008
Elizabeth's gentle sense of humor and insight will be missed. We worked at Harris Hospital and Nuclear Medical Laboratories together years ago. She was bright, dedidicated, and intent on doing excellent work. We have lost a neat person in Eliabeth.
Sheila
February 3, 2008
My symapathies to you and your family.
Elizabeth Raymond
February 3, 2008
This a devastating loss and I grieve for the surviving family.
Joyce Castilloux
February 3, 2008
Knew Elizabeth when she was a very young girl. People like her will always be remembered and missed - regardless of the time that has passed since we were together.
Patricia Bearer-Ladouceur
February 3, 2008
Words are not enough to express the deep pain and sorrow I feel over the death of my sister. I grieve not for her death, because she suffered so greatly at the end, I grieve for the loss of such an incredible person, whose loss is not just personal, but a loss for the world, for she was one of those incredible people who left this world a better place than she found it.
Vicki Turner
February 2, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I really cared for Dr. Bearer and will miss her, but I missed her when she left us.
Bob Miller
January 31, 2008
We'll miss you Doc. Your love for animals and people will be deeply missed. Thanks for the great fishing trip memories and your everyday smiles.
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