Monday, February 22, 2016
Bea was a true example to all who knew her of the way to live a Christian life, rooted in peace and justice along with thoughtful stewardship of time, talent, and treasure. My most lasting association with Bea was through the United Society of Friends Women International, where she served Quakers around the world, mainly as a wordsmith during her tenure as Editor of our bimonthly publication, THE [FRIENDS' MISSIONARY] ADVOCATE, and earlier as the Program Editor for our annual study guide with monthly lessons, BLUEPRINTS. In her retirement years in Richmond, Indiana, Bea was a regular user of the Friends Collection and Archives at Earlham College, researching the history and personages of the missionary efforts of members of the Religious Society of Friends through the years. Thank you, Bea, for your quiet but valuable contributions to the legacy of Quakers everywhere.
