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Janet Berling Obituary
Janet Susan "Susie" Berling
Passed away June 28, 2014. She was born to Willard (late) and Rosemary Canfield on Dec. 2, 1951 in Clinton, IN. Survivors: son, Jacob Berling; mother, Rosemary Canfield; sister, Nancy Otten (Dwight Lamb); nephews, Ryan Otten (Kristin, Cece) & Justin Otten (Irena, Vera, Alexander); cousin Maureen Wagner, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She graduated from Ben Davis High School, where she was a member of the Student Council and Marching Band, and attended Indiana University. She worked at The Indianapolis Star, Riley Hospital Foundation, the Eiteljorg Museum, Indianapolis Arts Council, and other non-profit organizations. She was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. She loved animals, arts and music, cooking, and most of all her family.
Private family services only. Condolences, or contributions to the Humane Society of Indianapolis, at http://www.indyhumane.org or mailed to 7929 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46268. May our sweet and beloved Susie rest in peace. Arrangements entrusted to Conkle Funeral Home Speedway Chapel.
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for Janet Berling
Nancy
June 27, 2025
Still miss her so much...
July 9, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Susie's passing. We worked together at the Star and I have so many great memories of her. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rest in Peace.
Larry Prosser
July 8, 2014
I heard about this today and I am so sorry
I have always loved and felt so close to your
Family
July 8, 2014
I am so sorry you will be missy
Larry Prosser
I loved your family so much
July 7, 2014
My sweet sister; I will miss you so much.
Nnacy
A. H.
July 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Ryan Otten
July 4, 2014
Aunt Susie, you are so dearly missed but I take solace in knowing that you are finally at peace.
Angie Holland
July 3, 2014
I was saddened to hear of Janet's passing. We worked together at the Riley Children's Foundation. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Rest in peace.
Simone Pervine
July 3, 2014
You'll be missed my friend. May the peace of God be with the Berling family during this difficult transition. You're all in my prayers
Simone Pervine
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