Ruth "Bernice" Peel's Obituary
Ruth "Bernice" Peel, 86, of Centerville, passed away on September 20, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center-Long Term Care in Centerville. Bernice was born on February 25, 1933 in Centerville to Frank and Kathryn (Clemens) Peel. After attending Centerville High School, Bernice worked at the Green Circle Restaurant for several years until retirement. She enjoyed watching television, keeping a lookout for the mailman and spending time with her family. Bernice was baptized in 2018 and joined First United Methodist Church. She often enjoyed visits from the pastor. Bernice is survived by several nieces and nephews as well as other extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers: Leonard, LaVerne, Glenn and Wayne Peel and her sister, Eloise Byte. Per Bernice's wishes, cremation has been accorded and graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Oakland Cemetery in Centerville with Rev. Reg Higginbottom officiating. Memorials may be made to Appanoose Community Care Services or EveryStep Hospice and online condolences may be shared at www.thomasfh.com or facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ruth "Bernice" Peel please visit our Sympathy Store. Cemetery Details Oakland Cemetery State St.
N. 21st St.
Centerville, IA 52544 Graveside Service SEP 25. 2:00 PM (CDT) Oakland Cemetery E. State St. & N. 21st St.Centerville, IA 52544
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