1925
2014
Bernice E. Petti (nee Tomasek), 88, passed away on Feb. 2, 2014 at her home in Willoughby.
She was born on Dec. 29, 1925 in Cleveland.
Bernice was a bus driver for Richmond Hts. for over 30 years.
Bernice is survived by her children, Diana (Howard) Geddes, Debra (William) Kolesar, Jo-Ann (Dr. Glenn) Fussell, Thomas (Patricia); grandchildren, Kelly, Thomas, Adam, Aaron, Courtney, Billy, Edward, Robert; great grandchildren, Kyle, Anthony, Domonic, David, Santiago, Rachael, Boden.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; infant daughter, baby girl Petti; infant grandson, baby boy Kolesar; brother, James Tomasek.
The family wishes to especially thank Marlene and Terry for the wonderful care of Bernice.
Funeral Services will be Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. at Brickman Bros. Funeral Home, 37433 Euclid Ave. (Willoughby), where family will receive friends on Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Entombment will be at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Hts.
Contributions to Senior Independence Hospice, 1001 Kingsmill Parkway Columbus, OH 43229, would be appreciated.
Online at www.brickmanbros.com
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Dear Diana, Tom, Debbie and Jo-Ann,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. May the love of family and friends carry you through this time of grief. May knowing others care bring you comfort and peace.
The Mikolay Family
Joanne Cook
February 9, 2014
We can shed tears that you are gone or smile because you have lived. We can turn our backs on tomorrow and live yesterday or live tomorrow with the thought of seeing you again some day. Even though you are gone, we know you are in a better place. As these words are written for you, your smile and memories will be dear to our hearts always. With all our love, Howard and Bernie
Howard and Bernie
February 7, 2014
Dear Debbie and Family
Our prayers are with you and your family. May Bernice rest in peace.
Chris and Ludy Cook
February 7, 2014
Bernie,pleasure to have known you, even though I always teased you.
Theresa Filippo
February 5, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Memories are a beautiful thing, as we all have many of this wonderful lady. May she rest in peace. God bless! All our love,
Toni & Jeff Petti
February 5, 2014
Dear Debbie & Bill, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Joe & Dee Zdesar
February 5, 2014
Aunt Bernice I know you are all sitting around the kitchen table drinking coffee and laughing. Love you and rest in peace Auntie! xoxo
February 4, 2014
Dear Debbie and family, Our hearts go out to you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May your love for each other give you strength to endure your loss. May time help to heal the empty spot in your heart. Know that you are loved.
John and Cindy Albert
February 4, 2014
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