Photo courtesy of BECKER RITTER ELMBROOK FUNERAL HOME
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
1922 - 2016
Eileen was born to David Owen and Helen (nee McGrath) on December 24, 1922 in Kenosha, WI and was born to Eternal Life on August 27, 2106. She was preceded to Heaven by her mother, father, Aunt Peggy and Uncle Arthur.
Eileen attended UW-Stevens Point University for two years and was then employed by Employers Mutual Insurance of Wasau for 5 years. She married Neal O’Brien in May of 1947 and moved to Milwaukee in 1948. Eileen was employed by Blue Cross for 36 years and was married to Neal for 32 years until his death on July 20, 1979. She then married Robert Bergeson on May 15, 1984. Eileen and Bob took care of her mother, Helen, until she passed away at 105 years old. Eileen and Bob were married for 26 years, enjoyed the company of many friends and loved to play cards. Eileen was a wonderful caretaker for Robert until he passed away at 98 years old. She moved to Independent Living at Harwood Place in 2012, she enjoyed playing Kings Corner and Wii Bowling. Eileen was a very sweet and wonderful woman and will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Christ King Church, Wauwatosa (2600 N. Swan Blvd.) from 9:30 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Graveside services to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee.
If desired, memorials to the School Sisters of Notre Dame or Christ King Church are appreciated.
Truly, A Lady Of Style and Grace
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Eileen and Bob were very special friends of my parents, Joe and Florence Greil. They shared a special bond, which included fun and family.
My sisters and I felt they had "adopted" us as well. We enjoyed our many visits.
Eileen is remembered for her grace and gentle spirit. I am grateful for knowing her over these years.
Mary Jo Greil
September 04, 2016 | Memphis, TN
The words "style" and "grace" are so fitting to Eileen. I would also add "most gracious hostess". I was privileged and blessed to share many Sunday breakfasts with Bob and Eileen in their home. Eileen always made me feel at home and always served a beautiful breakfast...almost seamlessly. She will be deeply missed - just like Bob. My heart is touched knowing that they are now reunited and I was most blessed to have each one as a part of my life.
Tracy Spoerl
August 30, 2016 | Stevens Point, WI
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
A. M.
August 30, 2016
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
A. M.
August 30, 2016
