Bernice L. Nicolas

NICOLAS, Bernice L. Of Santa Rosa, CA, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2005 with her daughter Jennifer by her side. Bernice was born in San Francisco on July 11, 1928 and was a survivor of the depression and had used those skills throughout her life. She's predeceased by her husband Norman of 49 years. Her passion was cooking and nurturing those close to her. She loved to travel and truly enjoyed the Hawaiian Islands. She will be remembered for her strength, her unconditional love for her family and her zest for life. She lived everyday in the moment and was an adventurous soul. Bernice is survived by her four children and their spouses, Ken, Nicolas, Jennifer and Ray Crawford, Charlie and Donna Nicolas, Norma and Brad Smith, 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, her brother Jim Hameister and his wife Sharon, brother-in-law Neil Jordan, sister-in-law Jackie Bauman and numerous nieces and nephews who affectionately called her Mom, Bea, Grandma and Grandma Niece. There will be a viewing on Saturday, October 1, 2005 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and services will be held on Sunday, October 2, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. and will take place at Daniels Chapel of the Roses, 1225 Sonoma Avenue, Santa Rosa. She will be laid to rest in a private service held in San Francisco. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Kaiser Hospital, Santa Rosa Childrens Ward or the Oncology Department. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES (707)525-3730