Bridget J. Moore, a lifelong resident of Beacon, passed away peacefully at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx on Saturday, September 28, 2013 while surrounded by her family. Bridget, affectionately known as the "Tumorinator," undertook her prolonged struggle with cancer courageously and with infinite optimism. Bridget maintained her sense of humor, her sense of self, and her loving spirit all the way until her final breath. She was 53 years old.

Born on June 3, 1960, Bridget was the daughter of the late Frank and Marion (Brooks) Moore. A graduate of Mount Saint Mary's High School in Newburgh, Bridget spent her 20 year career diligently and tirelessly working as a housekeeper at the Residence Inn by Marriott Hotels in Fishkill. She joyfully retired in 2008.

Bridget lived her life with enthusiasm and traveled extensively: she zip lined over the Mountains of Vancouver, Canada, sailed through the Southern Seas, and hiked the Mayan Ruins of Belize. She took great pride in walking everywhere and especially enjoyed her walks over the Beacon-Newburgh Bridge. She also enjoyed rock and roll music, wrestling, Walt Disney World, and the New York Yankees. Bridget was awarded the "Aunt of the Year" award by her nephew, Brenden, which she graciously accepted.

Bridget is survived by her sister and brother in law, Coleen and David Genn of Beacon; her nephew Brenden Moore of Chicago, IL; Catherine and Donna Alyea of Lutz, FL; the Brooks Family of Aurora, IL; and the Gilbert Family. She is also survived by her four legged feline friend, Kitty.

Calling hours will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 4, 2013 at the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc., 1089 Main Street, Fishkill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 5 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 31 Willow Street, Beacon. Interment will follow at St. Joachim Cemetery in Beacon.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mid Hudson Animal Aid, Inc., 54 Simmons Lane, Beacon, NY 12508, www.midhudsonanimalaid.org or the Cheryl R. Lindenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center at Hudson Valley Hospital Center, 1980 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 with checks made payable to the HVHC Foundation.

For directions, online condolences, and memorial donations, please visit Bridget's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.