Bert C. Trembly

Portsmouth - Bert Clarence Trembly, 60, of Portsmouth passed away March 12, 2016 of heart failure. Bert was a kind, gentle and caring man devoted to his wife and family.

He was a graduate of Western Branch High School, a gifted vocalist and a deacon at West Norfolk Baptist Church. He was employed at the Joint Forces Staff College in the Multi-Media Division where he was named Civilian Employee of the Year.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years Velma Elswick Trembly, sisters Dorcas Helfant-Browning (Landon) and Virginia Bonwell Bathe, niece Rebecca Saunders (Randy) and a host of beloved cousins. His great joys were the Goodwin and Elswick family reunions.

A memorial service will be held 1 PM Thursday, March 17th at the West Norfolk Baptist Church, 3701 Mariner Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23703. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel is handling cremation services.

www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 16, 2016.

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Jack Goodwin

May 11, 2025

Good memories of me, you and Robert fishing at Rudee Inlet

Barbie

March 22, 2023

I am remembering my dear friend Bert this month as he passed right after my birthday. I still miss our conversations at the end of the work day. I could hear him motoring around with his chair. He was such a good person and he loved the Lord. We could talk on end about anything and everything. He is dearly missed but I know he is having a grand time in our Fathers House. Hope to see you soon Bert!

Barbara Monty and family

March 10, 2023

Bert was a great man, a great Christian and the best friend ever. He is missed by many. We love and miss you.

Mary Ellen Riley

March 27, 2016

Having worked with Bert, Bill and I know what a wonderful person he was. We wish his family our deepest sympathy.

Loretta Silvia

March 21, 2016

Bert and I worked together for only nine years at JFSC, but it was as though I had known him all my life. Bert was our friend, our "go-to guy" and an especially kind and caring person. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Denise Kuykendall

March 20, 2016

Oh Bert, how we will miss you and your gentle spirit. RIP dear friend. My sympathies to his family.

Mike and Diann Tenney

March 18, 2016

Our condolences on your loss. Prayers for the family. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend.

Bert enjoying a reunion

Dewey Wotring

March 17, 2016

May God bless your soul Bert. I will miss your friendly smile and wit. Your family is in my prayers.

Dewey

Tyrone Campbell

March 17, 2016

The treasure of his memory is with us. He is gone but not forgotten. R.I.P.

Susan Gray

March 17, 2016

I had the pleasure of knowing Bert for 28yrs while we worked together at the Staff College. We would see each other everyday and talk about the good times here at the College. I will miss him, his smile and our daily talks. To the family my you find comfort in lord. Rest in Peace my friend!

Bill Gerhardt

March 16, 2016

I had the pleasure of knowing Bert at JFSC for over 20 years. He was always a can-do person - willing to help and to find a way to make things happen. He helped establish and keep the me connected on over 100 video-teleconferences, VTCs, over the years and was the go-to-guy for most audio visual challenges in classrooms and auditoriums. He helped with audio-visual presentations at numerous ceremonies that helped bring flair to our events - many of them retirement, guest speaker and graduation ceremonies that were key events for all involved. I am sure he will be missed by friends and family alike. May he rest in peace.

Angela Cyrus

March 16, 2016

I am so sorry that the world has lost an amazingly genuine and kind man. Bert epitomized respect, patience, kindness and personal honor. I am so grateful for his example and extend my condolences to his family and friends. Bert made JFSC a better place.

Bruce Miller

March 16, 2016

To the Trembly Family,
Bert was a kind soul and a good friend. I'm saddened greatly by his passing. Annette and I send our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Bruce Miller
Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps, Retired
Former Director, Joint Advanced Warfighting School
JFSC Faculty 2009-2013

Anna Bayse

March 16, 2016

My heart has been broken into thousands of shattered pieces and dear Bert you are not here to help lift me up again. Your kind, gentle spirit always so loving as we talked about the waters that just would not part and let us walk through the storms to the peace that awaited in our home in eternity. Thank you Jesus for taking Bert by the hand and walking him into eternity with you while he was surrounded by his loving family. Dearest brother in Christ I know your beautiful voice is praising our savior all the day long. We miss you here at the College where we have spent decades working together to do God's will and make this world a better place for all of us. Go rest high upon that mountain for your work on earth is done.

Pierre Dubuc

March 16, 2016

I was so sorry to hear about Bert. Despite the fact of only knowing Bert for 3 years while working with him at JFSC, he always had a smile on his face and was always willing to drop what he was doing to help me out. He surely had a family at the College, My condolences to his wife, and family.

Darnetta Green

March 16, 2016

The passing of Bert brings great sadness to my heart as well as the hearts of many others. Bert was a true professional and he was always willing to provide service to anyone in need. I have worked with Bert for many years at JFSC and I know he will be missed but never replaced. His family will be in my prayers.

Diane Jackson

March 16, 2016

It was sad to receive the news about Bert. Bert and I had worked closely together in reserving rooms for VTCs and such. He was a blessing and enjoyment to talk to. Even after I retired, he was willing to help me schedule a VTC for my daughter's promotion, if needed. I know his spirit is with God. To the family, I am praying you'll know the comfort of the Lord's loving presence to strengthen you. Psalm 117:2

Barb Burton Villarreal

March 16, 2016

I have known Bert for 27 years as a co-worker and friend. He was the kindest, sweetest man who was always there to just listen and encourage. I know he is happy and healthy in our Fathers House. I look for his car everyday. My condolences to his wife Velma and family.

Rori Bartel

March 15, 2016

I was so sorry to hear about Bert. I worked with him at JFSC for many many years. He always had a smile on his face and was always there with a helping hand. I always knew if Bert was part of the solution, I never had to worry about anything. He will surely be missed at the College, but mostly by his family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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