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In memory of
Bernice "Bernie" Orlene Smith Schwenck
October 21, 1939 - May 23, 2025
Oct 21, 1939 - May 23, 2025
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Obituary
Bernice Orlene Smith was born on October 21, 1939 in Hollywood, California to Byron and Junnie Smith. Her parents divorced when she was very young. When her mother contracted tuberculosis, she went to live with her alcoholic grandparents and became the only responsible person in the home. This early responsibility served her well later in her life.
She attended Hollywood High School where she became a cheerleader and made lifelong friends. She attended USC for …
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Memories & condolences
Mike and I send our deepest condolences to the Schwenck family for the loss of dear Bernie. Although I didn't know her …
Mike and I send our deepest condolences to the Schwenck family for the loss of dear Bernie. Althoug…
Mike and I send our deepest condolences to the Schwenck family f…
Even all these years later since I've left and moved away- my memories with Bernie at CPC were always fond and she love…
Even all these years later since I've left and moved away- my memories with Bernie at CPC were alwa…
Even all these years later since I've left and moved away- my me…
Timeline
Born
October 21st, 1939
Passed away
May 23rd, 2025
Dana Point, California
Survived by
Shane DeCillo
Grandson
Robert Schwenck
Spouse
Eric Schwenck
Son
Anthony Jiganti
Grandson
Zoe Schwenck
Granddaughter
Shane DeCillo
Grandson
Clayton DeCillo
Grandson
Arabella Watkins
Granddaughter
Dorothy Schwenck
Granddaughter
Zachary Schwenck
Grandson
Predeceased by
Erin Lynn Schwenck
Daughter
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