Bernadette Elizabeth Morgan

Bernadette Elizabeth Morgan obituary, Willoughby, OH

Bernadette Elizabeth Morgan

Bernadette Morgan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McMahon - Coyne - Vitantonio Funeral Home - Mentor on Nov. 18, 2025.

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Bernadette Elizabeth Morgan Obituary Bernadette E. (nee Sexton) Morgan, age 95, beloved wife of the late Joseph C. Morgan for 60 years; (+ 2010), loving mother of Joseph F. (Donna) Morgan, Sr. Jane A. Morgan OSU, Catherine "Cathy" M. (Thomas, dec.) Kreczko [Jeff Kalail], Michelle A. Morgan (Mickey Coyne), Timothy P. (Debbie L.) Morgan, Monica B. (Tom E.) Daly and Martha L. (David) Waller; devoted grandmother of Jennifer M. Morgan (Carmen Caliri), Laura E. (Anthony) Hocevar, Michael J. (Carly) Morgan, Kevin T. Kreczko, Kimberly A. (Sean) Keyes, Abbie L. Morgan, Allison M. Morgan, Susan M. Daly and Tara M. Daly; "Greatest" grandmother of Gabrielle M. (Spencer Dusi), Aislynn E. (fiancé, Wade Novak), Lily Bernadette, Maeve J., Mackenzie R., Brayden T., Stella M., Kate R., Theo M., Emma J. and Ayden M-J; sister and best friend of Cecilia "Ceil" Sexton, Frank P. (Kay) Sexton and Larry (Jan) Sexton; sister-in-law of James P. Duda and Maureen Morgan; cousin and aunt of many.
She is preceded in death by baby siblings, Leo and Agnes Rose Sexton, great-grandson," Baby Anthony" Hocevar; her special guy, Brian Wessels; her sisters, Colletta (Edward) Ryan, Lorraine (James) Murphy, Judy Duda, Alice (John) Ryan; brothers-in-law, Fred (Dorothy) Morgan, James (Eileen) Morgan, Charles (Joan) Morgan, Frank Morgan; and sister-in-law, Mary (John) Ludway.
"Bernie" worked at Cleveland Trust Bank in her early years, but her greatest joy was her family. She dedicated her life to nurturing "all her kids", as she referred to all her "children and grandchildren", showering them with unwavering love and support. She was smart, and practical, and always tried to make the lives of others easier. There wasn't a job she wouldn't tackle to help someone out. Many of the girls of the family have the name "Bernadette" as their Confirmation name in her honor. She was a talented homemaker who enjoyed baking, sewing, and being a "jack of all trades". Her Irish soda bread, strudel, holiday breakfasts, popcorn balls, peanut brittle and chocolate chip cookies were legendary among family and friends. "Bernie" often reminded her loved ones that "life is crazy crazy," a phrase that perfectly captured her vibrant and energetic spirit.
The family suggests donations may be made in their mom's name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110.
Family will receive friends Monday, Jan. 20, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center Street (Rt. 615, N. of Rt. 2), Mentor. Her Funeral Mass will be held 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, Jan.22, at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd. in Mentor. Burial will follow the Mass at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.
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Bernadette E. (nee Sexton) Morgan, age 95, beloved wife of the late Joseph C. Morgan for 60 years; (+ 2010), loving mother of Joseph F. (Donna) Morgan, Sr. Jane A. Morgan OSU, Catherine "Cathy" M. (Thomas, dec.) Kreczko [Jeff Kalail], Michelle A. Morgan (Mickey Coyne), Timothy P. (Debbie L.) Morgan, Monica B. (Tom E.) Daly and Martha L. (Davi

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