We so  miss our special Bert! We are celebrating her life tonight with a special dinner at a restaurant and I know we will all feel her presence. She was a very, very lovely lady.!  We love you, Bert!

I am honored to have been part of Bert's story of love and generosity of spirit, time, and resources! Despite not being biologically related, Aunt Bert was always such a special part of my childhood. My parents, Carol and Wally, were friends with Marty and Bert first, and as I grew into an adult, I excitedly found that we had become friends ourselves! She always had a smile on her face when she saw you and greeted you with a kiss right on the lips - never leaving you in doubt about how much she cared about you. It was a comfort knowing she was out there affecting other people's lives in such a profound way, and it truly was a shock when I heard she had passed. Eighty years somehow doesn't feel long enough with a light like hers. But her memory lives on in the hearts of those who loved her! At her memorial, I met so many people who felt the same way about her that I do. Of course we never wanted to let her go, but being together with people who also feel the weight of her absence was a welcome comfort. We will miss you, Auntie Bert!

My condolences to Bertha's family. I first met Bertha when I was in my early teens.  My parents bought the cottage next to Marty in the late 70's. We spent a lot of summers up north over the years. What a wonderful person, Bert you will truly be missed.  With love, Scott and Glenda Reid.

Lunch with the girls

Last lunch together

enjoying TAZ’s Ice Cream Creation — with Bert Nina Mary

My deepest sympathy to Bertha's family.  We had a lot of fun with her at Lutheran East. I truly enjoyed talking to her at our last reunion.  Rest in Peace Bertha.   Joan Dattolo, Tranchida, Puglia

Bertha made our high school experience fun.  She was a highly involved.  It was nice seeing her at the 60th class reunion.  Rest in peace.

Sorry to hear of Bertha's passing. We met at LHE in the ninth grade.  Bertha had a beautiful smile that light her whole face when she began to speak.  I hope to see her       again in our next life. 

Bertha was such a funny and caring friend.  Her school spirit was infectious and you always had a good time when Bertha was around.  May she be enjoying life and joy in heaven.

Friendship is a connection not for a day or two but for a lifetime. Bert's friendship was always based on trust, respect, honesty and love. Miss you girl!