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Jeanette Bernsten Obituary
Born on November 24th, 1919, in Excelsior Springs, MO., Jeanette Bernsten of Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family members, on the evening of April 25, 2011, at the age of 91. One of Jeanette's final acts on this earth was to open the door for the angel Elijah during the Passover Seder. Weak and fully aware of her condition Jeanette performed this sacred act with the grace, determination and courage that defined her life. A few days later the angels came for her. Jeanette was a kind and gentle person who never failed to show unconditional love for her family and friends. There was nothing Jeanette wouldn't do for a member of her family and she continued to provide that love, wisdom and support even in her final days. Jeanette had no meaness in her. It was this unique quality along with her humility and humor that endeared her to everyone she met from the oldest friend to the newest aquaintance. Jeanette will be deeply missed by all who had the good fortune to knwo her. Jeanette was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years Morris Bernsten, her adoring son Barry H. Bernsten and her grandson Barry H. Bernsten, Jr. Jeanette is survived by her daughters Marcia Hungerford (Wayne) and Helene Heckman, her sons Paul Bernsten and Richard Bernsten, grandchildren Michael Beram (Marianne), Anthony Beram (Maria), Nicholas Beram (Ada), Theresa Heckman, David Heckman (Sarah), Mandy Heckman and many more great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren. Visitation for Jeanette Bernsten will be 12:30-1:00 PM Sunday, May 1, 2011, at Green Acres Mortuary, 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257, where services will be held at 1:00PM. Interment Green Acres Memorial Gardens. A dinner gathering will follow at The Creative Living Fellowship, 4:00PM, 6530 North 7th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85014. Donations to Jewish Family Services, 4747 North 7th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85014 are appreciated.
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for Jeanette Bernsten
Dee Monk
May 24, 2011
My Dear Friend Jan,
I think of you often and miss our talks. You are a blessed addition to Heaven. Love you,
Dee
Judy Shore
May 3, 2011
My Dear Aunt Jan,
Thank you for teaching me how to knit those kitchen cloths. I still use them today. We had fun while you were teaching me. You were always very sweet to me. I'm glad we were able to see you last month. I wonder who you will be teaching next up there...
Love,
Judy Shore
Diane Belanger
May 1, 2011
My Aunt Jan was truly a gracious and kind woman. She handled herself with grace and dignity through everything life threw at her. I admired and respected her more than anyone ever knew. May she rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences go out to her whole family.
Howard & Marigene Purcell
April 30, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers to the Bernsten family at this difficult time.
VENA BERRY
April 29, 2011
My deepest sympathies go out to the family of Jeanette Bernsten. I am truly sorry for your loss. May you find a measure of comfort in that "God is healing the broken-hearted ones; And is binding up their painful spots" - PSALMS 147:3
Diane 'Dee' Monk
April 29, 2011
Jan, You always thought of others before yourself. A classy lady. My dear friend, I will miss you so much. You inspired me with your smile and kind words.
Thank you for being my friend.
Dee
April 29, 2011
One night a few years ago Jan as I knew her called my cousin Dee and offered tickets to a show, and she said why don't you bring your cousin me with you. We attended other events with Jan and she was always a classy person, nice to be around, and she treated me as if I was a member of her family. We have lost a great lady, but heaven has received a great lady.
Roger Lindholm
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