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BERNADETTE SHAW Obituary

BERNADETTE (ROSSI) SHAW, 52, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born March 6, 1961, in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter of Agnes and Rudy Rossi. She graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in 1979. She became a travel agent after graduating from the Chicago School of Travel & Tourism. Bernadette met her beloved husband, John Dennis Shaw in 1990, in Maryland. A few years later, they moved to the Virgin Islands where they were married in 1995. In 1999, Bernadette and Dennis returned to Maryland and made many wonderful memories with amazing family and friends. They opened Rock Commercial Enterprises, where she was CFO and built a successful construction business with her "Rock" family. Bernadette is survived by her husband, John Dennis Shaw; stepchildren, Ann (Shaw) (husband, Tim) Yorty, Jesse Shaw (partner, Melanie Mills) and Brandon Shaw; and treasured grandchildren, Brittany (Fehlberg) Toporina, Kymberly Fehlberg, Darius Yorty, Zachery Yorty, and Rebekka Yorty. Also surviving are her father, Rudy Rossi; and stepmother, Suzanne Rossi; sisters, Ann Rossi and Theresa Poehler; brothers, Rudy Rossi and Mark Rossi; along with countless family and friends whom were blessed to know her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Agnes Rossi. Service is 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 10, 2014, at Mountain View Community Church, 8330 Fingerboard Road, Frederick (MD 21704), where viewing is from noon to 1:30 p.m. Pastor Guy Kneebone officiating. Donations to St. Jude's www.stjude .org/waystohelp

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Mar. 7, 2014.

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Allen and Tammy Andrews

March 11, 2014

Dear Dennis and family, We are very sad and sorry for your loss. Bernie was such a beautiful woman and we are very lucky to have been her friend. Her couragous battle with cancer along with all of your support is a real testament to the love you shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ashlee Schriver

March 10, 2014

Bernie was such a joyous, lovely lady. Even through the rough times, she always had a smile on her face. I am praying for all of her friends and family especially Dennis and Sandy. Stay together and remember the wonderful times you shared.

Gail Sexton

March 9, 2014

Dennis and family: I am praying that our God who has now completely healed Bernadette, will bring healing to your broken hearts.

Lisa Genos

March 9, 2014

Thankful to have know Bernadette while working at travel agency inside the credit union in Fort Wayne. She was always smiling and happy and a little spitfire! My thoughts and prayers are with Rudy and their entire family. I know their is a cancer warrior in heaven cheering me on in my breast cancer battle.

Carol Garriques

March 9, 2014

You have my sincere sympathy. May your prayers give you strength and your memories bring you comfort. Your loved one is not suffering. Psalms 146:4

Jan & Harold Laswell

March 8, 2014

Our prayers are with the family as they grieve the loss of their precious loved one. Her courageous fight against cancer served as an inspiration to many of us.

Debbie Egan + Family

March 8, 2014

Dear Dennis, We will all sadly miss Bernie. She fought for a VERY LONG TIME!!! Now, Her fight is OVER!!!! SHE LIVES IN THE LIGHT OF THE LORD. Amen. All our LOVE to you Dennis.

Carolyn (Beanie) Noyes

March 7, 2014

I am so sad to learn of my childhood friend's passing. My tears are mixed with smiles from the many, many laughs we shared. I cherish those memories.

Becky Sordelet

March 7, 2014

Mark, so sorry to hear of the loss of Bernie. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace, Love & Blessings
Becky Sordelet

Mike Peconge

March 7, 2014

RIP Bernie, thoughts and prayers to your entire family esp the Rossi family! Give Agnes a hug for me.

Angela Leighty

March 6, 2014

Mrs. Shaw was a lovely woman who I had the pleasure of knowing only a short time. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Shaw and her family. May God give you comfort during this time.

Sue Settle

March 6, 2014

So sorry to here about the loss of Bernadette. She was a lovely lady, even when she was not feeling well she always gave us a smile. Prayers for her Husband and family.

March 5, 2014

Dennis I was heart broken to hear the news. I'm so sorry for your loss. We all have an appointment with God. Not many of us know when and if we did I'm sure we would be devoting our time to only satisfying ourselves. I beleive we are put here to help one another through the 1 st phase of our lives. Never have I met someone who dispalyed this better than Berny. I know you both have been through the ringer but you both kept going helping everyone you met along the way. You both are born leaders and I look forward to seeing her again. We love you Brother and if you ever need anything Sheila and I are here for you. Our hearts and home are always open to you. God bless you and your entire family and like always I will continue to pray for you both. Thank you for sharing her with us.
God speed.
Eugene & Sheila Saylor

Gail Buppert-Matson

March 5, 2014

Dennis, We were so, so sorry to hear about Bernadette. Though we don't keep in touch, we will ALWAYS be your Gould Road Family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God help you to find comfort and peace in this time of loss.

Joyce & Roger Flick

March 5, 2014

Dennis, our hearts are broken also. Death has a pain no one can heal, but love has memories no one can steal. We love you both and we will miss Bernie. She has left a big print on our hearts and it will always remain there. Love you.

March 5, 2014

Dennis, I was so sorry to learn of your wife's passing. I was lucky to meet her at your Mom's funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love and sincere sympathy, Linda Buppert Hardie

Cindy Emmerich

March 5, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. You will be missed.

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