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Joanne Faye Berta Burrell
1933 - 2013
BORN
1933
DIED
2013
Joanne Berta Burrell Obituary
She was born on August 6, 1933 in Lodi, Ohio to the late Glady and Ward Carr. She grew up on a farm in Chatham, Ohio and moved to Lorain where she raised her family. She worked at Deluca's Place in the Park later in life. She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was a talented artist and seamstress. She created beautiful cross stitch, crochet and knit pieces. She loved antiques, collecting clocks and attending auctions.
She is survived by her son Leslie Kim (Gayle) Berta of Dover, TN, her daughter Lee Ann (Greg) Merrill of Amherst and her son David (Dawn) Berta of Lorain, a sister Marie Allen of Ashland, Ohio, six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband Leslie Berta in 2006, a brother Blake Carr and parents Ward and Glady Carr.
Private services will be held at a later time.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joanne Berta Burrell
Phil & Rena Harrell
October 26, 2013
David,Dawn & Family
Sorry for your loss. Praying that God will guide you through this difficult time.
DeDe Kniceley
October 25, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with the Judge and it was always nice to see her when she would visit.
DeDe, Barry, Mark Kniceley and Jose Soto
Craig Reber
October 24, 2013
Lee and Kim-My deepest sympathy. My mother and your mother were dear friends and did a lot together in their earlier years. Your mom always brought a simile to my mom's face in the later years. My mom's prayers and mine are with you at this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful woman.
October 24, 2013
Lee, Kim, David and family,
Your mother was a very special woman. Lots of good memories from Oakdale Ave. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Kathy (Klekota) Nehls
garr francis
October 24, 2013
GOD blessed US with aunt jo. she was the best!
Bob and Michelle Ransome
October 24, 2013
Our deepest sympathies on your loss.
Diane Staveski
October 23, 2013
To the Berta family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of such a beautiful lady. She will always have a special place in my heart. Diane Staveski
October 23, 2013
Lee and Family, David and Dawn, Our love, thoughts and prayers to all of you, Mario and Nancy (Shullick) Danese
October 23, 2013
Dear Lee and Family,
So sorry to hear about your dear Mother, she fought a good fight and can now rest in peace. May God bless you all, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff and Marci Hilko
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