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Judith Berger Obituary

BERGER, Judith (Slepian) 78 of Mt. Lebanon formerly of Churchill, PA on Monday, June 29, 2009. Beloved wife of Lewis W. Berger, mother of David Berger (Evanston, IL), Richard Berger (Carson City, NV) and Larry Berger, mother in-law of Barbara Sykes, Janice Moskowitz and Rikki Berger, grandmother of Spencer and Katie Berger and sister of Dorothy Slepian Packer (Boston, MA). Born and raised in the Mattapan neighborhood of Boston and an alumnus of Girls Latin School and Radcliffe College, Judy had a career as a nursery school teacher and market research executive prior to retiring in 1989 and also was a gifted writer, gourmet cook, pianist and poet as well as past president of B'nai B'rith. Funeral services are private. Friends and family members will be received at a brief service and reception at The Covenant of South Hills, 1300 Bower Hill Road, Wednesday, July 1st, 7pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston, Education Scholarship Program, 333 Nahanton Street, Newton MA 02459. Arrangements entrusted to Orion C. Pinkerton Funeral Home, Inc. 1014 California Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202 (412) 766-5600.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 1, 2009.

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Debbie Lucker

July 4, 2009

Just returned to town and heard about dear Judy. She was a special person--tiny and strong. Judy cared so much about her family--Lew, children, friends, and all whom she met. I am honored to have known her.

Philomena Krhovsky

July 3, 2009

Larry, Rikki and family, Our deeepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother, Judith. She will be greatly missed, but her accomplishments will continue on through you and all of her family. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Philomena & John

Karen Sabol

July 3, 2009

Larry, I'm sorry to hear about your mom. She was a really nice lady. My sympathies to your family.

Sherry Harvey

July 3, 2009

Dear Larry, I have just read that your Mom passed. I remember you speaking of her with so much love and respect. I know you loved her very much and I am certain that she was beyond proud of the fine man you are and have always been.
I hold you in my heart and pray you are in peace with her passing.
Sherry Harvey

July 3, 2009

Lew, Larry, Rikki, David, and Richard. Our sincere condolences to the entire Berger family on the loss of your wife, mom, and mother-in-law. We have many fond memories of our time spent with her. She was a loving and caring person. We enjoyed our times together at holidays and special events. She had many accomplishments including being a gourmet cook. We will remember her always; but especially when we are preparing one of her favorite recipes. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Ange and Helen Pollis

Bob Rosenstein

July 3, 2009

Larry - So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. As someone who recently experienced the same loss in April, I wish you and your family solace during this difficult period.

Jody Shapiro & Joel Bloom

July 1, 2009

Larry, Rikki and the entire Berger family, you have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mom, mother-in-law, and wife. May you find comfort and joy in your memories of time spent with her. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Warmest regards, Jody Shapiro and Joel Bloom

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