JACKIE BERTOLINO Obituary


Jackie Kemper Bertolino We celebrate the life of Jackie Kemper Bertolino, who passed away on January 26, 2011. Born June 11, 1930 to Bill and Alma Kemper, Jackie enjoyed an adventurous childhood. She told colorful stories of her cousins, playing pranks on big brother Billy, learning life lessons from her Italian grandmother, and growing up with a menagerie of animals at the Kemper place in Milton. Graduating from Fife High School (1948) and Eastern Washington College in Pullman with a degree in police science (1952), Jackie worked in a crime lab and as a Boeing draftsperson. She married Montana native Pete and raised four children on their Montana family farm. Jackie owned a Conoco station and delivered bulk fuel to area ranchers in her faithful gas truck. Jackie returned to the Milton family home in 1986. She enjoyed spending time with her original neighbors, being active in local politics, and hosting an annual Campanoli/Kemper family reunion. She and Bill, her brother and best friend, partnered in building rental houses in Milton. Jackie designed, acted as general contractor, and managed these properties throughout her "retirement." Many of her tenants became her extended family. She discovered a latent skill in oil painting. Jackie delighted in visitors to her Kemper family home; she was always ready to share a cup of coffee, bit of advice, or a good story. Jackie's children are Elta (Mike) Ayre, Cheryl Burows, Peter J. (Marian) Bertolino, and Gina Bertolino; with 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to a charity of choice or to the Roberts Community Foundation, Box 284, Roberts, MT 59070. Jackie lived fully and joyously, opening her heart and life to so many people. She remains an inspiration to us all.

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Feb. 6, 2011.
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We met Jackie when we lived in Milton. We also knew her father Bill. She was such an incredible lady with a wonderful sense of humor. We sure missed her when we moved away. Our condolence's to her family.
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Karen and Larry Tappon

karen larry Tappon

February 18, 2011

When i was in middle school I had a project that was all about a trip that we were supposed to log miles and do a pretend journal. Jackie spent every night for almost a month straight doing this project with me. She obtained maps and together we took a pretend journey that i will never forget. This woman was an amazing lady and will be missed.

adena nichols

February 7, 2011

I am very glad to have had Jackie in my life...she always told it as it is, and never beat around the bush getting her point across. Whenever I have a problem I stop and think "WWJD" (what would jackie do)?
I'll miss her greatly, as will all of the many friends she had.
My condolences to her family and friends.

Janet Adams/Brandt

February 7, 2011

I am very sad to hear for the passing of my friend Jackie . She was indeed an inspiration . Her energy was one of the many things I will remember about her. I spent hours at her home having coffee, talking garden and Milton history. My condolences to her family and all who knew this fine lady.

Dick Johnson

February 6, 2011

My best friend Jackie, gone to the maker. It is no fair we have to die so young.

Dick Morey

February 6, 2011

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