Bertha Maude Whittier, born on August 23, 1912 in Trout Lake, Washington and one of 13 children born to the late Robert and Susan Myers, passed peacefully on April 2, 2010 at the age of 97 after a quiet visit with her family.
Bertha was a beloved mother and grandmother who opened her heart, her arms, and home to family and friends in need. She knew how to love freely and give generously. Bertha, known as “Nana” to all of her grandchildren, enjoyed writing letters to keep in touch with all of her relatives. The main love of Bertha’s life was Jack Bonito. He taught her how to square dance and they loved to travel in their motor home together. Jack died over 20 years ago. When he left, a piece of her heart went with him. We know that Jack and other family members were waiting to take her in to their arms and that missing piece of her heart was made whole again when she crossed the veil.
Bertha will be forever remembered by her daughters, Roberta Meditz and Bonnie Iwanski and their spouses Dave Meditz and Mike Iwanski, as well as her devoted grandchildren, Robert Robertson, Phillip Cooper, Kellie Saver, Kimberlie Howell, Kristen Andrews, and Kathy Geer. Bertha is also survived by 11 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren.
