Nola Ramona Bergman

Nola is survived by her three daughters, Wanda Kulani of San Lorenzo, California, Lynn Bergman (Will) of Santa Rosa, California, Shelley Mascorro (Gabriel) of Mililani, Hawaii, her grandson, Walter, of Mililani, Hawaii, a sister, Elaine Ching, of Livermore, California; and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Bergman; and her second partner in life, Terry Allen.

In her young life, many prominent figures visited the Hawaiian Islands, and Nola was just 5 years old when she met, and shook the hand of, Franklin D. Roosevelt, a memory she fondly recalled. On December 7, 1941, she was eleven years old when she witnessed the attack on the Territory of Hawaii. With clarity, she often shared her vivid memories of that day, and what ensued for all islanders. This occurrence shaped parts of who she was.

In her teens, she became a “Candy Striper,” a hospital volunteer that provided patient comfort and support. As a young woman, she worked for Queen’s Theater in Kaimuki, as well as the historic Hawaii Theater in Honolulu.

At age twenty-seven, she moved to California with her husband, and three daughters. She held various jobs in the Bay area, but one notable position was as a teller for Bank of America. She was so well loved that patrons waited in line solely for her which ultimately

led management to dedicate a roped off “Nola” window, furnished with chairs and coffee and tea served. She especially loved to help seniors who needed time and attention. This example reflects her kind, caring, heart and love for others.

Her Hawaiian name is Ipolani, Sweetheart from Heaven, and that is who she was, and will always be, to those who knew and loved her. Thank you Mama for the gift of your love. We will miss you beyond words, beyond measure. May light surround you always and give you one more kiss…

Service to be announced later.