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Berniece Elenora Tirmenstein
1926 - 2016
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1926
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2016
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Berniece Tirmenstein Obituary
Evansville, Ind.
Berniece Elenora Tirmenstein, 89, of Evansville, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016, at Deaconess Hospital. She was born October 31, 1926, in Fort Branch to the late Benjam William and Dorthea Rebeca (Wehmer) Sollman.
She was a graduate of Protestant Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in the Fall of 1948. She was a World War II Veteran, having served in the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps.
Berniece was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Tirmenstein, in 1994.
She is survived by her children, Debra and Mark; granddaughter, Sara; great-granddaughter, Kyleigh; sisters-in-law, Miriam Kahl and Phyllis Tirmenstein; brother-in-law, Melvin Kahl; and nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Private services at Immanuel Lutheran Church will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Thy Word Network, PO Box 4164, Evansville, IN 47724, 1-800-264-5550. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Berniece Tirmenstein
Connie Whitman
June 13, 2016
Berniece was such a dear and good friend to me;
she was a source of inspiration, amazement even, that she could accomplish so much, for so many causes. Her reminder calls for meetings always turned into conversations. Condolences to all of us who will miss her sweet presence. May God rest her sweet soul.
Herman Kohlman
June 10, 2016
In recent years, Bernice and I have shared political views on a weekly basis. While we have lost a very gracious lady, this has been heavens gain.
Marilyne Conner
June 10, 2016
We will miss Berniece very much at New Horizon Fellowship. So gentle and kind, her smiles and encouragement were great blessings to my husband and me. We know that she is safe and in the joyful presence of the Lord Jesus, now. The very words of my previous statement comfort me, as I remember her kindness when my own mother died quite suddenly only 3 weeks ago. When I think of Berniece walking in God's perfect Heaven, it eases my own grief as I know that Mother is there with her too. And for them, it is joy unspeakable. Appropriate as it is to grieve now, It is my prayer that one day soon, we too will fully rejoice with them in their home going.
Michael and Pamela Knott
June 10, 2016
Berniece will be missed so much by so many. She didn't just have friends, she had admirers. She was admired for her dedication to the beliefs that she held and the many endeavors that she embarked on. She was a fine example of a good neighbor, a good friend and a good Christian.
We will miss her and never forget her. We have been blessed to know her and are thankful for God putting her in our path.
Her family is in our prayers.
Michelle Motta
June 10, 2016
Bernice's compassion and strength will remain an inspiration to me.
June 9, 2016
"Bernice and I were first cousins and I have many fond memories of family visits and spending weeks at each others homes in the summertime. In later years, Bernice was a wealth of information regarding our family history. Since we were both nurses, we also shared many stories about our professional experiences. She will be sorely missed but always remembered for her kindness and concern for others.
Pat Stratman Freeman (Evansville,IN)
Phyllis Tirmenstein
June 9, 2016
I will miss my dear sister-in-law. She was a most kind. thoughtful and caring person and will always have a place in my heart.
Steve Ary
June 8, 2016
Berniece was an amazing woman who impacted so many lives. Her presence commanded respect and her strength & boldness gives hope to many still. Though she may be gone, her purpose continues and her voice resounds. I pray that your hearts will be filled with wonderful memories of Berniece, her smile, and her life - lived to the fullest to make a difference for all.
We will miss you, Berniece. It was a great honor knowing you. I know you are now in the loving arms of our Savior. We will carry on the torch you once bore.
Steve Ary - The Vanderburgh Independent Press
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