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Bertha, Molly Lyne Passed away on January 4, 2015 at the age of 25 years. Proud daughter of Bill and Sue Bertha and big sister to Billy and Bradley. Loving Granddaughter to Mary Kay Bertha and her late grandparents Bill Bertha and Teddy and Fay Zingale. Molly is further survived by a vast array of loving aunties and uncles, and many, many caring cousins. Special recognition to her cherished "sisters" Emily and Lauren, her loving companion, best friend and faithful dog "Chula" and her cat, "Blue". Molly will be greatly missed by her family and friends and her unexpected passing has left a hole in our hearts. Molly was a gifted and talented artist, fearless adventurer and was most happy surrounded by nature. She loved her animals, and family, followed her own compass and lived life according to her own passions. Molly's life will be celebrated at a private family ceremony. In honor of Molly's love of animals, memorials are suggested to your local Humane Society. Molly, you will be forever loved and greatly missed. Rest in Peace baby girl. Trinity Funeral Services 2570 Fortuna Way Vista, California 92081 619-344-0875

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Jan. 9, 2015.

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Sue Bertha

January 3, 2025

Miss you and love you Molly.Can´t believe it has been 10 years. We think of you everyday. Give sweet Chula a hug from us....
Love you forever and always and we will see you again...

Sarah Richman

June 27, 2024

RIP. YOU WILL BE MISSED AND REMEMBERED ALWAYS.

Mom

February 1, 2024

Happy almost 35th birthday in Heaven Miss Mols...
Love and miss you forever

Leela

January 3, 2024

Love you Molly! Carry you with me everyday. You has the best smile <3xoxo

SUE BERTHA

February 2, 2023

Happy 9th Birthday in Heaven Mols... I hope you are celebrating with Ralphy, Nana, Grandma, the Grandpa's and Katie!! Love you today and forever.... XOXO

Mom

January 4, 2023

We love and miss you Mols, everyday... RIP baby girl
XOXO

Mom

January 4, 2022

Another year has gone by and I still miss you everyday. You continue to be loved my beautiful Molly....
Xoxo

Louise Jesse

February 14, 2021

Dear Bertha Family,
I have continued to read all the new posts to this guest book over the years. Everytime I do, I think of your family and dear Molly. What a beautiful soul!

Missing You

February 13, 2021

My favorite hello and hardest goodbye...

Leela

February 3, 2021

Happy birthday Molly! Love you Angel.

Mom

February 2, 2021

Happy 7th birthday in Heaven Mols. We love you and miss you.... I hope you are celebrating with the angels.
XOXO

Mom

January 4, 2021

It's another year in heaven for you and we all miss and love you. ALWAYS... Chuchi sends her love to her Mommy XOXO
Love you Mols

Meg Larsen

January 3, 2021

Its been 6 long years without you Molly and not a day goes by that we don’t think of you and miss you and your beautiful smile.

Leela

February 2, 2020

Love you and miss you so much Molly. Happy 31st.

Dana Larsen

February 2, 2020

Happy happy heavenly birthday Mols! Miss you every single day! Love you!

susan bertha

February 1, 2020

Love you and miss you so much on your 31st birthday... Happy Birthday in heaven Sissy bird.
Love always.... XOXO

Sherry Silverthorn

January 5, 2020

Am reminded of you often. Miss your cute giggle.

Meg Larsen

January 3, 2020

Your smile is still so bright. Miss you Molly. Cant believe its been 5 years. You will forever be in our hearts..

Lindsay Vanden Plas

January 3, 2020

R.I.P. old friend.

Sue Bertha

December 25, 2019

Merry Christmas Mols.. Love you and miss you XOXO

January 4, 2019

Miss you too much Molly... We love you and pray you are safe and happy.

susan bertha

June 18, 2018

Paige

February 6, 2018

You were such a beautiful and wonderful person. You will always be missed. Thinking of you today.

Sarah Richman

December 31, 2017

Thinking of you Molly...

June 5, 2017

Love you Sissy Bird.. Now and Forever.....

February 2, 2017

Happy 28th birthday in heaven Molly.... We love you and miss you.
XOXO

Meg

January 4, 2017

Cant believe its been 2 years since your beautiful smile graced this earth. Not a day goes by that you aren't missed. May you be dancing in heaven.....

January 3, 2017

Miss you beautiful girl...

June 3, 2016

Never a day goes by that I don't think of you....

So very missed and so very loved. Always....

March 16, 2016

February 10, 2016

Miss you beautiful girl.....

February 3, 2016

Happy birthday Molly. I love and miss you!

February 3, 2016

Happy birthday Molly. I love and miss you!

Happy Birthday Molly! You are My,"I Love You"...

February 2, 2016

February 2, 2016

Happy 27th birthday in heaven Molly...

February 1, 2016

Happy heavenly birthday Molly. iMay they be dancing in celebration in heaven for you! We miss you and love you! You had great spirit Molly and such appreciation for all things great and small. Not a day goes by when I don't think of you and your big beautiful smile. You were one in a million!

January 30, 2016

The year has passed but never a day goes by that you aren't missed.. You were so loved and a wonderful "Mommy" to your pets. Even your fish! Your smile was infectious and your spirit was genuine. You were always your own person and loyal to those who deserved your friendship. You left too soon but your presence stays with us in our hearts. Love you Molly Lyne Bertha, now and forever.....

liz zingale

January 6, 2016

liz zingale

January 6, 2016

liz zingale

January 6, 2016

January 4, 2016

Cant believe it's been a year. We miss your incredible smile but most of all your beautiful spirit. May you dance through the heavens. Our lives are better just for having known you. You will NEVER be forgotten.

December 31, 2015

Our memories of you are etched in our souls. Rest in Peace beautiful girl and find peace in your next year in Heaven....

December 25, 2015

Molly, you were the kindest person I ever met. A truly great soul. Too great for this world.

Nick

October 3, 2015

Miss You Molly

June 26, 2015

I really miss you molly. I think about you everyday. I hope you get the letters I write. I hope your family has found strength and looks back upon your wonderful life with smiles and laughter. I do

May 30, 2015

You will always live on in our hearts....
RIP Molly

May 8, 2015

RIP Molly... you were one of a kind..

Rose W

February 3, 2015

Happy Birthday Molly! xoxo's

February 3, 2015

Dear Berthas,

Our family aches with yours over the loss of your beloved Molly. You are all in our warm thoughts.

Mary Jane Brummitt

February 2, 2015

Happy Birthday dear Molly....

February 2, 2015

Dear Bertha Family, We just now heard the news about your special Molly. Molly and Ross were good friends, as they were in Art classes throughout their years in WFB Schools and we have such fond memories of her happy, generous, loving and funny self. She will be remembered by all of us - as her positive, free spirit, caring gifts touched all of us….So sorry for your tremendous loss…..xoxo Roy, Ginny, Krista, Meggie and Ross Wagner

January 22, 2015

January 22, 2015

Bill,Sue, Billy and Bradley: Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. I can remembering meeting beautiful Molly at Cumberland when we first moved to WFB. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ann Nienas, Kathryn and Charlie Kawczynski

January 21, 2015

How is the afterlife, Molly?
Can you see CLEAR?
Does the sun shine so much brighter than it does HERE?

Are the colors of the rainbow as Beautiful as your SMILE?

I wish I could see you again, If only for AWHILE......

I would tell you I'm sorry,
That I wasn't the best friend
I wish I could have been there for you in the end.....

The stars are a little bit brighter
With you up there now
This ice cream tastes a little bit bitter
With you not around
Do you paint with the angels?
Do you listen to music with God?
What kind of music does he like?
Does he have an iPod?
Are you with Ralphy?
I bet he was so excited he peed !!!!

I love you and I miss you Molly...

Wish I was there in your time of need
I pray you are at peace now
And your soul has been freed
If ever I'm down, upset, or scared
I'll look to the sky and think
"Paint me a picture Molly" And know that you're there.
I'll miss you forever
Hope to see you again
At the pearly gates
Until then, farewell my friend.

Terry Copeland

January 21, 2015

this is Terry Copeland - teacher of Molly at Whitefish Bay High School - Health and Lifeguarding/WSI. I truly will always hold Molly in my thoughts and prayers. She was one of the purest most beautiful hearts and spirits... she smiled and brought joy to everyone

Sherry Ploor

January 19, 2015

Dear Sue and Bertha family: I just heard the news about Molly this morning. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. With deepest sympathy.

Nancy Gruber

January 15, 2015

Just heard about your terrible loss. Our love and prayers are with you. The Gruber Family

January 15, 2015

So extremely sorry for your loss Bill, Sue and entire family.... My prayers are with you.....
- Monica Lyn Guerrera

January 14, 2015

Sue, Bill and family--our best memories of Molly are and will always be as a young soccer player on the Phoenix. She was one of Marcy's best friend in those early, innocent years. Our hearts are broken. We pray that you will find the strength to move forward.
Mike, Julie and Marcy Burr

The Duret family

January 14, 2015

Dear Sue and Bill,
Words are never enough but may the comfort and love of family and friends help you during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 13, 2015

Sue and Family,
So very sorry to hear about Molly. Can't even imagine what you are going through. Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you.
Cindy @ Les Moise

January 13, 2015

Dear Sue & Bill - After reading these many memories I'm sad I never knew Molly as so many did! She was clearly a shining star and brought life to so many.... As a parent and your friend, I ache for you and your family. Prayers, peace & comfort, Mike & Connie Beuche

John Aiello

January 12, 2015

Love you Molly. I will always remember you... I remember the day you were born. Mom was so happy as we all were.love you uncle John....you will always inspire me with you photos.

January 12, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy and Bradley,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Molly's passing. We cannot imagine your pain, but we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and we know you will find solace from the memories of the grace and beauty that was Molly. We are profoundly sorry for your loss, and wish you all strength during this difficult time. Judy, David, Aly, Danny and Jake Coran

Betsy, Mary Ann, Suzie, Chuck Nicoud

January 12, 2015

Bill, Sue and Family,
All of your Nicoud cousins are sending you love and wishing you peace. Our deepest sympathy goes to all of you knowing your hearts are breaking over the devastating loss of your Molly. Her Great Aunt Betty and Great Uncle Chuck have already helped surround her with love in Heaven. She will be well taken care of up there! We love you, Betsy, Mary Ann, Suzie and Chuck. XXXOOO

Dina Schachtely

January 12, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy and Bradley,
I am so very sorry and so very sad to hear about Molly. I have so many memories of taking care of her and the boys when they were young, and remember her so fondly. She was beautiful inside and out and made me smile every time I was with her. What a wonderful free spirit she was even as a little girl. I send my deepest sympathies and prayers.
Dina (Komisar) Schachtely and family

January 12, 2015

Bill, Sue and the entire Bertha Family,
On behalf of your U.S. Bank Family, we extend our deepest care at this time of incredible sadness. We are here for you as you slowly heal with the love and grace around you. We truly feel your loss and pause often to reflect on how precious life, miracles, hope and eternal life all are. In reading these beautiful thoughts of Molly, she clearly understood and embraced what was beautiful in life and love...something many spend a lifetime understanding...she lived and loved courageously.
Jayne, Matt, Lindsey Hladio and the Retail Team

January 12, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill and family. I wish there was something that I could say that would ease your pain and loss of loosing Molly. See will be greeted by Teddy, Fay, Tommy, and other loving family members in a place much better then where we are now. In this place where we all will be reunite with all of our lost loved ones and again be made hole with no sorrow or pain. I wish your tears will dry up soon and be replaced with loving smiles of Molly as when she was next to you. Soon you will see her loving smile in the littlest of things and that is her watching over you.
With My Deepest Regrets
Robert Schiro and Family

Sarah Margulis

January 11, 2015

I am so sad to hear of your passing Molly. When we were growing up, you were the funny, free spirited, little bird that didn't care what anyone thought. I remember you trying to teach me how to ride that old tandum bike with you so we could go find your brothers; and we kept on falling over and over. But eventually we did it...now your in heaven watching over ur friends and family-being missed like crazy.

January 11, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy and Brad. Our hearts are broken hearing of your loss of Molly. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers, that Molly is in a better place and that God will ease your pain and give you peace.

Sincerely,
Jim, Noelle, Ethan and Damon Niquet

January 11, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy and Bradley, please accept our deepest condolences and prayers for the pain your are feeling from the tragic loss of your beloved Molly.
John,Laura,Connor and Carly Peck

January 11, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Molly. Our hearts ,thoughts, and prayers are with all of you. Love you all so much. All our Love from Mike and DeAnna Groh

Clark Stamm

January 10, 2015

What I remember about Molly-
She was herself, never afraid of what others think
She lived a life that was simply loving
She was a truly gifted artist
She was courageous and followed her dreams
She had a beautiful smile and was a great dancer
She saw beauty where many would pass by, she would take time to stop and take it all in.
My heart goes out to Molly's family. I never met you, but know that she was a positive light in my life as I'm sure she was to many others. I'm so sorry for your untimely and tragic loss.

All of my love,

Jackie Turkal

January 10, 2015

Dear Bertha family,
I was so sorry to hear about Molly. I remember her from grade school days all the way through high school. She had a great smile and was always so sweet. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie

Megan Gannon

January 10, 2015

Love you, girl. Can't stop thinking about your laugh... makes me smile :) I'll truly miss you. You were a diamond in the rough. Wearing the necklace you gave me :) Won't ever forget you...

Ascia

January 10, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear of a great life gone so soon...Your daughter was such a kind hearted person always smiling and always happy. She was truly a real friend. Prayers to your family...May God Heal Your Hearts...Amen

January 10, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy and Bradley, There are no words to express this kind of sorrow. Just know that the community is heartbroken. But, Molly will live forever through your tears, smiles and memories. Hold those close to your heart. Leslie Hayes and the boys.

January 10, 2015

Sue and Bill: We were so sad to see this news. Our. hearts go out to your entire family. We remember Molly as a happy, full of life child when we lived next door. Wishing you comfort and strength during this difficult time. Our sincere sympathy.
Fondly,
Barbara and Jeff Komisar

Kathleen Chaney

January 10, 2015

Dear "Bertha Family"
Couldn't sleep last night after hearing this heartbreaking news. I will always remember Molly visiting my classroom, especially when Billy was in my class. She had such a loving presence and beautiful smile. We all had so much fun at Cumberland in those days. I remember the joy that she brought with her every time I saw her....a sweet kindness, a loving soul. God bless you all through this and know that so many people love your family and will support you as you move through the sorrow. Sincerely,
Kathy (Mrs. Chaney)

Lindsay Vanden Plas

January 10, 2015

Hi, Mr. and Mrs. Bertha and Family:

I have known Molly since we were kids. We even once played soccer together. My family and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve and Deka Spector

January 9, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your loving daughter Molly. There are no words to express our sadness. Please know our prayers are with you.
With tremendous sympathy,
The Spector family

jack Schiro

January 9, 2015

Love You!!

Andie

January 9, 2015

January 9, 2015

Oh Molly, You were one of those forever friends babe, we could not talk for months then restart like I had seen you yesterday. You taught me what it meant to really 'do you'. The world lost a truly inspirational woman but Molly will always be in your hearts. She lives in everyone her sweet soul touched. Sending all the love in the world to you Bertha's.

Melody High

January 9, 2015

My Beautiful friend I can't believe you're gone!!! You were always beautiful, smiling and out going. To your family, I know that nothing I say could make them feel better. You were loved!! I'm glad that we knew each other. I'm praying for your family. Rest well my dear,

January 9, 2015

Dear Bill, Sue and the entire Bertha family--we are so sorry for the loss of your Molly. You are, and will remain, in our thoughts and prayers. John and Deb Flanagan

Mary Aiello

January 9, 2015

Sue and Bill so sorry for your loss,a beautiful soul will be missed.

love and miss you pretty girl

Mary Jane Zacreska

January 9, 2015

Molly, You were such a loving and kind soul. We had so many great memories together. I wish you great peace and you will forever be missed. Condolences and many prayers for your family and you. Love you and Miss you. RIP

January 9, 2015

Dear Bertha Family,
Please know that Molly touched the lives of many in such a loving and positive way. Her spirit is carried in the hearts of many and with that it will be shared with even more. May you find peace and blessings in that knowledge.
Most sincerely,
Melissa Cook
Molly's WFBHS Art Teacher

Jon, Louise, Alex & Jason Jesse

January 9, 2015

Dear Sue, Bill, Billy, Bradley and extended family and friends,our hearts go out to you on the passing of your dear daughter, sister and friend. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Beth, Emma and Ellen Sommers

January 9, 2015

Bill, Sue and family, We are so profoundly sorry for your loss. Molly was such a sweet soul, the world is a much sadder place without her in it. You are all in our prayers, and we hope you can find solace in happy memories of your dear sweet Molly.

January 9, 2015

I am truly saddened and heartbroken to hear this news. I will say many prayers for your family, Sue. Please know that I love all of you Zingale girls and your families. I am blessed to have you all as family. May Molly rest in peace. Love Judi

January 9, 2015

Sue and Bill,
Words can not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for Molly's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeanne Rudelius

January 9, 2015

Dear Bertha Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We always loved Molly's beautiful and infectious smile. She will be missed. Bob, Annette, Caitlin, Colleen and Debbie O'Brien

January 9, 2015

Bill and Sue, we are so sorry for your loss and hope that the peace and care of our Lord takes the pain away. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, Dave & Carol Michalski

Thomas Schiro

January 9, 2015

Dear Sue,Bill,Billy and Bradley,I am so sorry to hear that Molly has passed away.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Love Thomas and Gabriela Schiro

January 9, 2015

Dear Sue,Bill,Billy and Bradley,I am so sorry to hear that Molly has passed away.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Love Thomas and gabriela Schiro

Dane

January 9, 2015

Molly you simply were the sweetest thing. You meant the world to me and more. I looked up to you in more ways than you will ever know. You were my older sister and the best friend I could have ever asked for. Thank you for teaching me the ABCs of life. I will forever remember all the good times we shared. I miss and love you so much. Sue, Bill, Billy. Brad I am thinking of you and sending all my love.

Bill Flood

January 9, 2015

Bill, Sue and family,
My heart goes out to you on this sad news. You are all in my prayers.
Bill Flood

Lisa Bruce-Lanzdorf

January 9, 2015

I loved that little "Mouse". On behalf of my family, we send you our deepest sympathies for a girl who trailblazer her own path. I admired that in Molly. "Fearless" is exactly right!
My love and condolences to all of you!

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