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Bertha Stringham Obituary

BERTHA AGNES STRINGHAM MERRILLVILLE, IN Bertha Agnes Stringham (nee Yarnell), age 95, of Merrillville, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012 at Wittenberg Village in Crown Point. Bertha is survived by two daughters: Norma (Don) Maddack of Merrillville and Judy (Butch) Russell of Demotte; daughter-in-law, Nancy Stringham of Valparaiso; 10 grandchildren: Bert, Carie, Ron, Dan, Russ, Donald, Beth, David, Jay, and Julianne; 23 great grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; sister, Ruth (Frank) Trepa of Hobart; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bert W. Stringham; daughter, Dottie Cain; son, Bert D. Stringham; two grandsons: Scott Stringham and John Cain; and one great grandson, Chris Anderson. Bertha was a member of First Christian Church of Crown Point. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services in Merrillville with Pastor David Maddack officiating. Interment at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville. Memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Harbor Light Hospice, 1841 E. Summit St., Crown Point, IN 46307. Sign guestbook or view directions at: www.GeisenFuneralHome.com219-769-3322

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Published by The Times from Jul. 10 to Jul. 11, 2012.

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Landra Jackson

July 15, 2012

She will be missed greatly by all who knew her.She was a very giving woman with a lot of love to give. We will miss her.

Melissa Semrau

July 12, 2012

Your mother was a special person. I enjoyed helping her at breakfast and lunch. I will always keep her close to my heart. Your mother is with your other angels, and I sincerely hope that knowing that, it provides you peace at this difficult time. It was both a sincere pleasure and an honor to work with your mother, and getting to know her daughters. Take Care,

Karen L Sena

July 11, 2012

To the wonderful family of our Dear Bertha -- She provided a lifetime of happy memories that I have always cherished. I was never in her presence that I wasn't a better person for it! God Blessed me with every moment I spent with her.

Lora and Ben Eyrich-Ortiz

July 10, 2012

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. It is hard to believe that Bertha is gone. The last time I saw her was in November at Wittenberg. I brought my dog, Pepper, to visit my mother at the nursing home. Bertha happened to roll by the room and we invited her in. Bertha just loved my dog. She kept petting Pepper and telling her what a pretty and "chubby" dog she was. (Pepper was almost skin and bones at that point.) I have some precious pictures of Bertha and Pepper, who was put to sleep on May 26th. Rest in peace Bertha. You are very loved and will be missed.

Dorothy, Buddy King

July 10, 2012

Mrs Stringham was a dear friend of mine. Mother of one of my best friends that pass away mamy years ago. We have so many good memories while we visit.She will be sadly miss.

Lillian Churilla

July 10, 2012

Bertha was a friend who could leave you laughing..we had so many humorous visits and conversations I have to smile everytime I think of her, What wonderful legacy to leave us.

Jerry Cool and family

July 10, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Charlotte (Churilla) Thompson

July 10, 2012

What wonderful memories I have of our dear friend Bertha. She left an impression on everyone's hearts. She will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered. God bless her family and friends...you are all in my prayers.

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