Nancy Berkey Obituary
Nancy Jean Berkey, 78, of Rittman, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Summa Barberton Hospital.
Nancy was born July 17, 1947, in Wadsworth, Ohio to Andrew D. and Mary Jane {Flath} Berkey.
Nancy retired from Rubbermaid. She was a lifetime member at the Rittman Moose Lodge 860, a member of the Wadsworth Eagles Aerie 2117, and the Marshallville American Legion Post 718. Nancy loved to bowl, she was in a bowling league for many years. She loved getting together with family and friends. Nancy was an avid Indians and Browns fan.
Nancy will be deeply missed by her sister Sandra (Millard) Fortner; niece Stephanie (Frank) Zonar; nephew Millard (Tom) Fortner Jr.; 4 great-nephews; 1 great-niece; 1 great-great-nephew; and 1 great-great-niece.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, brothers John Berkey and Andrew R. Berkey Jr.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, December 14th from 12-3 at the Rittman Moose Lodge #860, 12527 Sheets Road, Rittman OH 44270. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.
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