Obituary for Beverly A. Motto

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My wife and I are saddened to hear of the death of Bev Motto. She was always kind to us and helped us when I moved over here from Nebraska and worked at the Bakery. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.

Bev, we miss you so much. My mind tries to comfort my soul by reassuring me that you are in a better place, that you no longer feel pain, and that, in a special way, distance is no longer about miles and time... you are now with all those you love whenever they think of you. My heart, on the other hand, finds it difficult to do anything but grieve for your loss - grieve that, next time we visit your home, you won't be there to hug, joke with, or shower us with your warm love. We love you and miss you so much, as we always will. We find some comfort in knowing that, in time, we will see each other again, and that time it will be forever. Frank, we love you so much, and Bev's children. And whatever we are feeling, we know it is infinitely more difficult for you. Know that we have not stopped thinking about you, and we are so thankful that Bev will live through you and through your love for her. With Love, Andrew, Christine, Laura and Sarah

I will remember the first time I met Bev and Frank. I was a waitress at 7 Nations and they would come in every Friday and meet Bruce for lunch. 5 years later, I was Bev's doubles partner playing racquet ball at Knollwood. We had so much fun and I will cherish those memories. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Patty Diekema

My heart goes out to you and your family. Dennys heart would also go out to Frank. Bev will live on in our hearts, just as Denny lives in mine. I feel your loss. Love Linda

Bev was special to all that were privileged to know her. I set my feet under her table many times and it was always memorable. A talented artist that made one of my oils a treasure. My heartfelt condolences to her family.

Frank and Bev's family-- I am so sorry to hear of Bev leaving this world. I wish there was something I could say that would ease your painfrom the loss of Bev. I hope that the beautiful memories you each hold in your hearts will help lighten your saddness. My God be with you at this time. Love Connie and Bob

With our thoughts and prayers, Bruce, for you and your family.

The impact my Grandmother had on me was as impressionable as her paintings. Before the showing of dogs, she and Grandpa showed her grandkids. Making boxes out of old cards, taking us to the beach,and I think their favorite,out for dinner. Grandpa has shown me the love for Hockey,Travel,and Good Food. They have spoiled us and still do. I now have the privilege of giving these things to my children. I wait to see Grandma again, will miss her deeply, and Thank the Lord above she was given to us. Thanks to all of her friends for your thoughts, and shared memories. Love you and patiently waiting to join you again.

Bev was a very special person. I was privileged to have her as a friend. I will alway remember all the Dog Shows we did together and the wins, laughs & good food we had. ( I was the friend that got Bev into showing dogs.)Bev loved her dogs and all her dog friends. My heart goes out to the family.

A lovely lady and my good friend, a spark has gone out. I miss you, Bev,

Frank and family, I am so sorry about Bev. She was a very kind, sweet lady. She will be greatly missed in the kennel club. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bev will be greatly missed at the shows by all of us. She was always a bright spot at the Pekingese ring and ever the lady.

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you cope with your loss. So glad you are all together and can share special memories of a great woman.

Frank, I am so sorry for your loss. Bev was a wonderful woman. I am glad I got to know her in the last few years. I know she will be greatly missed by you and her dogs and by her children and great grandchildren. I wish you the best in this sorrowful time. Mary Matejcek

A note from your loving woofers... Dear Mom... We all miss you so much. Our fine Pekingese coats were always so well groomed, our bellies were always so full of fine home cooked food. We thoroughly enjoyed our trips to dog shows or simply being home with you. We love you and will miss you always xxxxxx

Bev was a wonderful friend with such varied interests. It was always fun to hear how she got started in oil painting, gourmet cooking, racket ball, acting in skits (I’d have loved to see Frank and Bev in the Alley-Oop skit), “collecting” chicken figurines and battery-operated Halloween figures, painting houses, playing Reversi, and our favorite shared interest, Pekingese! Bev always seemed to have a calmness about her. Nothing seemed to ruffle her feathers. She took everything in stride. Even a big win with one of her Pekes was a study in understated pride and joy. I’ve been the thankful recipient of Bev’s bountiful generosity with the gift of a few of her original paintings and a lot of her wonderful cooking! Oh my, everything from roast pork and dumplings to spaghetti – perfection. I’ll cherish my memories of her: sitting on the sofa playing Reversi on her laptop, carefully grooming Dancer at a dog show, kidding around at a restaurant with Dustin while we wait for our order, a tender moment kissing Frank as we left the hospital the last time I saw her. Goodbye, Bevy!

Bev was truly one of God's angels here on earth. She was a bright light, an always smiling face, and a cherished friend. My heart breaks for her family and friends, and our only consolation is that she is free of pain and is surely at peace. The world is a poorer place now and oh, how we will miss her!

Frank and family, Bev will always have a very special place in my heart. You will remain forever in my thoughts and prayers. Peace and blessings, Shari

Dear Bev what can i say we met on the internet 4 years ago she was a real Lady with a heart of gold. She was a funloving lady with a big warm heart and the world will be a sad place without her good night Bev NO more pain we love you Lesley David Paul and Mark XXXX

We remember Bev as a fun-loving, family-loving person. She enjoyed socializing and playing racquetball at Knollwood. We remember her great deviled eggs. We often saw Frank & Bev at our favorite watering hole/restaurant - Papa's. Bev was a classy lady & will be missed. We're thinking of you, Frank, Jodi & Bruce and the rest of your family.

Frank, Bruce, Jody and family, I am so sorry to hear about Bev. She was loved by several people and will be missed greatly. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Kristi Yost & Family

Bev was a class act and will be missed by all who knew her, including her many friends in the pekingese world. Bev, I will miss seeing you at the shows!

I will miss Bev.  She was a special person.

I have been privileged to spend happy times with Bev Motto. Whether it was sharing a couch with her and little black PeeWee, while we watched Frank bone up on his Spanish with the "chachas" on the TV out of Miami; or sitting around her generously spread table feasting with Frank and Arlon and Barb and Connie and Dustin "talking dogs"; or listening to words of wisdom born of a lifetime of observing people, I have been blessed by the pleasure of her company. Bev was good company. Frank and the family and all of the rest of us who have been touched by her spirit are the richer for it.

Bruce, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in prayer. Gene & Stephanie Phillips

Bev was a beautiful talented friend and we will all miss her.

Dear Frank, Just returned from out of state for two weeks and read about our dear Bev. Words cannot say how we feel at this great loss. She was a wonderful, gracious, sweet person and we will always remember her as a special member of our family. We loved her and she will be greatly missed. Please know that you will be in our prayers and may your memories sustain you at this time. Love Ginger and Stoddard

Bev was such a beautiful person. She always had a smile on her face and a good word to say to everyone. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew her. I will miss her hugs every time we would meet. Heaven has aquired a very special angel. We will meet again. Much love.

i knew bev through the albert lea kennel club. She was always pleasant and easy to get along with. Always fun to work with and i will miss her.

Christine and I first met the Mottos back in 2003 as Frank was walking one their prized 'woofers' (Dancer we think) past our house on 1st Avenue South in Clear Lake, IA. From that moment Frank, Bev, the dogs and us spent many great evenings with one another, building garages, drinking copious amounts of fermented grape juice, trips to Menards, feasting on Bev's fine cooking, spending entire evenings lazily lingering in the cozy, warm Motto lounge room while having a 'Pekingese foot bath'. Unfortunately we now live in Houston, TX and have two infant daughters which makes it very difficult to visit (1000 miles away). However we will be driving up to that special place of Clear Lake at the end of May to visit Frank and the dogs and look forward to it immensely. Frank and Bev always lived life to the fullest and we all know that their dogs were indeed the luckiest little creatures on Earth... Bye bye Bev, we shall all see you in time. xxx

Bev was a very good friend of my grandma and I always enjoyed making visits to Clear Lake to go visit her and Frank. I loved playing with her little ankle bitters ;-). She loved those dogs so much. I will really miss her smiling face. The last time I had the chance to see her was at my wedding in February and I am very greatful that she had the chance to spend that very special day with me. You will be very very missed Bev but we will meet again!

I have many fond memories from my childhood of Bev and Frank. I know Bev is in a better place. My prayers for her, Frank, and her son and grandchildren. Love, Greg

Bev was a very friendly and caring person that I had the privilege of knowing at the Freeborn County Kennel Club. I will always remember the way she welcomed new members to the club, including me.