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Pam Berkery Obituary
South Brunswick
Pam Denise Berkery passed away after a short illness, on Saturday, May 5, 2012 with her family by her side. Pam was born on November 4, 1964 in Rahway, NJ. She moved with her family to South Brunswick in 1976. Pam attended South Brunswick High School where she met and then married her husband George Berkery. Pam enjoyed being outdoors, everything from skiing, hiking, camping to the beach and traveling with her husband, children and families. She took every opportunity to fill her families life with adventure. Not a day would go by that she did not have a schedule together of what and when they were going to do something. Pam was not one to plan too far in advance, but she took advantage of the present day. Pam worked for the US Postal Service, but her job did not define her. Her long time relationships she made with her customers brought her satisfaction in her job. She was also a Girl Scout Leader for several years and embraced helping the girls in her troop make the most of learning opportunities and having fun. Pam made life fun. She had the best contagious laugh. She was always quick with a big hug and a kiss. Her family came first. The unconditional love she had for her husband George and her two beautiful girls was something to admire and strive for. Her love for her family was just about equally matched by her love of her friends. Pam would always step in to help a worthy cause or a friend in need.
Pam will be dearly missed by her loving husband, George; her daughters, Gina and Julie; her father, William Kolesar; her sister, Rene' and brother-in-law, James Gambino; her mother-in-law, Lorilei Berkery; sister-in-laws, Gayle Berkery, Lisa Berkery, Geralyn Berkery and brother-in-laws, Thomas Berkery, his wife Karen, Martin Berkery and his wife Lisa along with her niece, Megan and nephews, Drew and Ryan along with all who came into her life.
The funeral will be held 8:45 am on Friday, May 11, 2012 from the M.J. Murphy Funeral Home, 616 Ridge Road at New Road, Monmouth Junction. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 am at St. Augustine of Canterbury Church, 45 Henderson Road, Kendall Park. Burial will follow Holy Cross Burial Park, East Brunswick. Friends may call on Thursday, May 10, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pam Berkery
Keeley Habiak
May 22, 2012
Im so sorry Gina and Julie your mom was amazing and so loving. She will be missed.
Ricky Brown
May 14, 2012
condolences to you george and your family
Linda Lutz
May 13, 2012
George, I remember you so well from St. A's as one of the nicest boys in school. I am so sad to hear of the passing of your wife...I wish you and your family hope for the future, and try to remember, she really is smiling down on every one of you.
Jim Zinsmeister
May 12, 2012
My condolences to George, Gina, Julie and, indeed, all of the Berkerys on their loss.
I hope it won't be long before the sadness they now feel passes, replaced by memories of all the happy times they shared with their dear wife, mother and relative.
Maureen Johnson
May 11, 2012
Too short of a life for someone with that much love in her heart. My condolences to her family and friends, Pam you will be surely missed by anyone's life you touched. Going to miss you girlfriend!! Love you!!
Melissa Cargill-Pernell
May 10, 2012
We had alot of great times in high school! Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers... RIP Pam!
Tommy Kolesar
May 10, 2012
Pam- You're the best. Love you.
Bonnie (Goodwin) Verrico
May 9, 2012
I knew Pam as the little sister of my childhood best friend. She was like a little sister to me as well. I will always remember her warm smile and sunny soul. My heart goes out to her family, friends and all who loved her. I know she will be missed, but I am equally sure she will remain in their hearts forever.
John, Barbara McLaughlin
May 9, 2012
Yes Pam you were a sweet angel when you were a young lady, and grew to be a very loving and careing person, everyone loved you, always a friendly smile for everyone, We are very happy to have known you and your Dad,for many years, now you are a special angel in heaven, you will walk with the King forever.Amen
Smith
May 9, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss Julie, Gina & George. You now have a beautiful guardian angel watching over & protecting all of you.
lynne crucis-hiatt
May 9, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Pam. Our prayers are with you all. Love Lynne Crucis-Hiatt
Michele Long Gulotta
May 9, 2012
RIP Pam.... Keeping your family in my prayers.
Bobby Kolesar
May 9, 2012
Pam, the few times I was around you, you brought a smile to my face. You will be missed!
Kathy Vass
May 8, 2012
I didn't know Pam very well, I work at the New Brunswick carrier annex. It was nice to always see her smiling face each day; wishing a good morning or evening to me. My prayers are with her family.
Maria Gambino-Ruiz
May 8, 2012
Pam, always an Angel on earth and now in Heaven - prayers and blessings to all her family during this difficult time.
May 8, 2012
Go with God Pam, follow his footsteps
Connie Mierta
Rose Kolesar-Cummings
May 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pam's family.
Christine Sands
May 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pam's family, she was such a special person. God Speed, Pam.
Margit Haas-Rethage
May 8, 2012
Pam, rest in peace!
You have left food prints in so many people and taught so many of us how to care for each other!
reaching out with deepest sympathy
Margit Haas-Rethage and sons Dario and Manuel
May 8, 2012
R.I.P. Pam you are truly an Angel and I know you will forever be looking down on your family.
Janet Nemeth ( Flemington NJ)
Sheri Smith
May 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband, her two beautiful girls and her family. I will miss my dear friend deeply. Love you Pam!
Lisa Adinolfi-Barsky
May 8, 2012
With deepest sympathy...Lisa Adinolfi Barsky and family
Karen Roberts
May 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family, my heart heart goes out to Pam's daughter's and husband George. I have good memories of Pam. We worked together at the VMF while she was on detail. My children, who are grown now, still talk about Pams chocolate cake and pudding dessert! Pam was a sweet heart. I remember when I lost a dear close friend of mine and I hadn't heard from Pam in a while and she reached out to me. I really appreciated her words of encouragement and love. She was a good friend and she will be missed.
May God Comfort, Bless and Keep, You and Your family.
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