Clara Belle Moore's Obituary
Big Rapids -Clara Belle Moore, 93, of Big Rapids, passed away Friday, January 2, 2015, at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital. She was born March 22, 1921, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Fitch and Ina Belle (Mahoney) Turk. Clara Belle graduated from Big Rapids High School, and then earned her degree from the Ferris Institute School of Business. For many years, she worked for Sears & Roebuck Co. in Big Rapids, retiring as assistant store manager in 1976. On July 28, 1939, Clara Belle married Harry D. Moore, who preceded her in death on January 27, 2002. Surviving are 2 sons, Thomas (Connie) Moore of Big Rapids and Cody, WY, James (Katy) Moore of Big Rapids; 3 grandchildren, Steve (Eunice) Ward, David Yskes, Eric (Jennifer) Yskes ; 6 great-grandchildren, Cori, Amanda, Kyle, Emma, Evelyn, and Henry; and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her son Richard in 2008, 3 sisters and 1 brother. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Pastor Rebecca Morrison officiating. Spring burial will be in the Pine Plains Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Clara's name for Spectrum Health Hospice may be left at the funeral home, where her family will greet friends from 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday until time of services.
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