Beverly J. Pierce 77 of Morris IL passed away on Saturday September 13, 2008 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on February 26, 1931 to the late Fritz and Emma (Koetz Schroeder) Folte.
She attended Zion Lutheran Grade School , Graduated O.T.H.S. class of 1949, Silver Cross school of nursing class of 1954 and worked as a registered nurse for fifty years. She was a soloist and in the church choir since the age of 13, enjoyed her family and friends, helping people, needlepoint, Bridge , and Golfing,.
She is survived by two children, Scott (Sandy) Pierce of Morris, Anne (Peter) Pierce Bertoldo of Apache Junction AZ, three grandchildren Natalie and Philip Pierce of Morris, Scott Bertoldo of Arizona, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three half brothers, Herbert, Alvin, and Albert Jr. Schroeder, and a half sister Marjorie Schroeder .

Cremation Rites will be accorded.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday September 20, 2008 at The Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Morris. The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until the time of service. Ferrari Funeral Services in Coal City is in charge of arrangements. Online guest book at www.ferrarifuneral.com or phone (815) 634-4040 for information.
Honerary pallbearers will be Philip Pierce, Scott Bertoldo, Jeff Pierce, John Limbach, Matt Watters, Bob Coleman, Jim Fritz, Ed Manak.
Memorial contributions in Beverly's name may be made to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church 202 W. Jefferson St. Morris, IL or to The Grundy Community Volunteer Hospice 1802 Division St. Morris, IL 60450.