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The daughter of Thomas and Jean DeLessio, Bernice was born in Queens, New York and grew up in Queens and Merrick, New York.
A woman of the arts, Bernice studied piano at Juilliard in high school, acted in college, and enjoyed calligraphy, art, and crafts throughout her life.
She met her lifelong mate, Don Damuth while at Mepham High School in Long Island. She shared stories of trips to Jones Beach with Don and her high school friends.
Bernice graduated from SUNY St. Paltz with a degree in elementary education, and taught in Carle Place, NY, and after marrying Don, in King George County, VA and in Okinawa while he was serving in the USMC.
A woman of faith, Bernice was also a teacher and youth group advisor at Bayside Presbyterian Church, and worshiped there and at First Presbyterian Virginia Beach, and at Bonita Springs Presbyterian Church.
She is predeceased by her parents and her husband Don.
Bernice is survived by sons Clint (Peggy), Roger (Svitlana) and Philip (Cori) along with her six grandchildren, Lauren, David, Nickolas, Sophia, Barrett, and Avery Jane.
Additionally, Bernice leaves a legacy of deep friendships in the Hampton Roads region and friends and family around the country. Small in stature, she was mighty in spirit and personality.
Her memorial service is at First Presbyterian Church Virginia Beach at 2 PM April 8th followed by a reception at Cavalier Yacht & Country Club.
Memorial donations may be made to F.A.C.T. (Families of Autistic Children of Tidewater) 520 Viking Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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Yvonne Lloyd Tuttle
September 17, 2022
It was so sad that Bernice and Don were residing at Bentley Village at the same time period that my husband and I were. We thought so much of Don and had worked together at Trane.
Suzie Barnes (née Damuth)
April 15, 2022
I´m so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mom.
Liz Briner Rodgers
April 15, 2022
Roger, Clint, and Philip, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet and amazing Mom. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Debbie Culpepper
April 9, 2022
Clint, Phil and Roger, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Jo Harrel
April 6, 2022
So sorry for you loss, I admired Bernice and your Dad and I am so blessed to have known them. Bernice was an awesome lady and she is watching over you all from heaven.
April Aulisio (Joyce Alukonis)
April 2, 2022
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Sad to learn of Bernice´s passing. My mom, Joyce, cherished her cousin Bernice and would Reminisce sharing those times often before mom passed.
Glenda Payne
March 31, 2022
Clint, Philip and Roger- Words cannot tell you how sorry I am to hear of the loss of your Mother. Bernice and Don were both wonderful people with outstanding values and you three are testimony to what family means.
Glenda
Laura Tewes Leese
March 31, 2022
Dear Clint, Roger, Phillip and families, I am so sad to read about your mom's passing. She was a special lady to the Tewes girls, having agreed to be our guardian in the event of something happening to our parents. We loved visits with Mrs. D, when we would cook with her or do a craft and be her daughters for a hour or two. I am sure she was happy to send us home at the end of it too! I remember the twinkle in her eye and her laugh. I remember lobster races on your pool deck. Fun times on Green Hill Road. What a great life! With love, Laura
Diane Casey
March 30, 2022
Clint, Phil, Roger,
My sincerest sympathies for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts.
Jeannie Rudman
March 30, 2022
Phil - our sincere condolences in the loss of your Mother. Keeping your family in our prayers. Jeannie & Bob Rudman
Barbara Fleming
March 30, 2022
Always lively and upbeat, Bernice added sparkle to our lives and will be missed. My deep sympathy to her family and her many other friends.
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