Gaberia L. “Bea” Peters, 90, of Largo, FL passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at home under the care of Suncoast Hospice.
Born in Freedom, PA, she moved here from McKees Rocks, PA in 2005 where as a teenager she worked as a grocer in her father’s store, Felix’s Superette. Bea was owner and operator with her husband of B & J Market in Stowe Township, PA for over 36 years before retiring to Florida. She was an experienced business woman and devoted mother and wife of 67 years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and conversation.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John in June, 2014; her brother, Walter Francis; and her sister, Maina Vavrek. Survivors, include her two daughters, Linda Peters of Indian Rocks Beach, FL and Joan Peters of Largo; sister, Madge Presutti of Coraopolis, PA; and many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be at 2:15 PM on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at Bay Pines National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., where she will be together with her husband. Please view the online tribute for her husband, John Peters.
Linda,
My thoughts ,love and prayers are with you.
I’m here for whatever I can do to be of support for you and your family.
Blessings,
Evelyn
I will miss Bea and her good conversations. She would always make me laugh. What a good heart she was. I know she is with Zippy and keeping him company. Our lose is heaven’s gain. God bless, Sandie
Dear Linda and Joan,I am so sorry to hear of your loss,but knowing your Mom has joined her husband and is now resting in peace. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange, hold onto to your memories, and let them guide you in your time of sadness. Wishing you and Joan strength and peace.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Rose and Steve Middents
Linda, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Joanie at this difficult time. Nancy and I will keep both of you in our prayers.
My heart goes out to you and Joanie sweetheart. I am so very sorry for your loss, but know that Bea will be with your sweet Daddy now, looking down on their beloved daughter who took such good care of them both and continues to care for her sister Joan. You are such a loving, giving and caring woman and a wonderful friend. I love you sweetheart and am praying for you. Trina
Our deepest sympathy to Linda and Joan our hearts hurt for both of you
Linda and Joan, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love,
Josie and Ketner
LINDA AND JOAN I’M SORRY FOR YOU LOSS BEA WAS THE GREASTEST ALL THE MEMORIED THAT I HAVE OF US WILL BE FOREVER IN MY HEART. THE BOTH OF YOU WERE SO DEVOTED TO BEA AND ZIPPIE, THAY WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE DAUGHTERS LIKE. NOW IT IS TIME TO HEAL
LOVE CINDY
Dear Joan and Lynda,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you both in this difficult times. I am here if you need me. Be strong. Love. Liliane
Lovely obituary. I had to laugh at the “She enjoyed cooking, baking and conversation” line….yes, she did! I am so sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful lady.
Love you,
Nance
Dear Joan,
I am sorry for your loss of your Mother, who looks as though she was a beautiful, accomplished lady. Although her passing so close to that of your Dad’s is very painful to you,please know that she joins him in a beautiful ,peaceful place. It is best for her. While this is extrememely difficult for you and your family at this Christmas time. I wish you a peaceful holaday. My husband and I will be out of town on the 14th of Jan.
so I will not be able to attend her service.Call me if you would like to talk about your loss. My prayers are with you. You have been a very faithful and kind daughter to her and your Dad.
Pat
Dear Linda and Joan
I was so blessed when I moved to IRB and met my fellow Pittsburgh neighbor. Linda welcomed me to Florida with a big warm welcome. Little did I know that we we would become great friends. I met Zip and Bea and they were such a joy to spend time with. Always had something cooking in the kitchen and time to share a meal and stories and conversations . I know that they will be missed but we know they are happy in heaven back together again.
I will see you on the Jan. 14th to celebrate her wonderful life.
Love
Michele
I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to your mom. Someone once told me “when tomorrow starts without your Mom… Do not think she is far apart. For every time you think of her she is right there in your heart…” It is true.
You and your sister are your Mothers Angels on Earth!