On May 14th of this year, my amazing wonderful mother, Dr Bertha George turned 105 years old. She passed away last week. On August 14th of this year we celebrated her life. I would like to share some of my beautiful and hilarious memories with you. I shared these at her funeral.

One of my most dramatic childhood memories in India, was standing on the balcony looking down in horror at men fighting on the street with knives. Through the commotion I heard a commanding voice in Hindi telling them to stop acting like children, and I watched in amazement as the fighting stopped and the person started to patch up their bruises. That person, was my mother, the first and only physician in the village.

That scene was even more amazing because my mother was actually a shy person. In her role as physician she was transformed into a force that could handle any situation. She touched the lives of everyone in our village and earned their love, trust and respect. The lesson I learnt is that there are so many sides to our personalities, and it is OK to just be ourselves with our own mix of strengths and weaknesses. As she always said, we are perfect just the way we are.
My mother was an unusual physician. She used medications and procedures sparingly because they all had side effects. Instead she taught us to use food, the mind and exercise as cures. Ginger for the stomach, cloves for a toothache, garlic for the heart and chicken soup for the flu. It worked very well for us through the years. Incredible but true, my Mother did not have any major health problems in all her 105 years.

My mother was a story teller extraordinaire! She exaggerated, she embellished, she put so much drama into each story that it came alive and you could touch feel and smell every incident. When she told us about the snake that was coiled around her baby sister I could feel the unbearable tension as men waited with guns pointed at the snake. When she told us about the lion that tapped at the door at night when the children and nanny were home alone my hair stood on end with fear, and when she told us about the first time she saw a waterfall and thought it was milk and honey and reached out to fill her glass, I could literally taste it. Every night we would beg for 1 more story and later, so did her grandchildren.

She had the amazing ability to find humor in any situation and then she would burst into peals of laughter. Laugh and the world laughs with you, she would say, Cry and you cry alone! When Vijay, my husband shaved his head she asked, Vijay, did Marie pull off all your hair? When she watched me dance in the competition with my 25 year old instructors she asked Vijay, Is this making you jealous?

A few years ago she had a stroke and went as flat as a board. Terrified we called 911. As they were checking her out, her body came back to normal, and she did not understand why everyone was standing around her. They wanted to check out her mind so they asked her questions. In India we have a nursery rhyme that goes like this : what's your name? -Johnny became. Where do you live? -Down the lane. What stop? -Bus stop. They asked her, what's your name? Johnny became, she responded. Where do you live? Down the lane. They turned to my sister and whispered, she has lost it. At the same moment she turned to me and whispered, stupid questions need stupid answers!

In the last couple of years she had lost her memory, but she never lost her wit. When I asked, Who am I? She could not remember then with a triumphant smile she said, you are my darling! She looked at my sister, Are you my mother? No, said my sister, I am your first born daughter! You are always telling me what to do she said, so I thought you were my mother.

How old are you Mama? I asked her. 21, she replied confidently, because that's how young she felt inside. How old are you? When I told her my age she was shocked! How did you become such an old lady! she said. She was already over a 100 at that time!

My mother had a positive gentle spirit and disliked conflict and negativity. Very early in life we learned, If you can't say anything good about a person, just don't say anything at all.

She was an avid reader and knew exactly what was happening all over the world. When she could not read anymore, playing the keyboard and singing gave her the most pleasure and even when she could not carry a tune, we all joined in. The last time we taped her singing was 2 days before she passed away.

We feel lucky to have had extraordinary parents. We never realized how many obstacles life threw in their path because they never complained. They just overcame them and lived life to the fullest. They married late in life my mother was 37, and when they had not 1 but 2 children, they were ecstatic. We were their precious jewels and they loved us unconditionally. The resultwe felt so secure, we felt we could achieve anything if we worked hard enough.

I am eternally grateful to the Angel of our family, my sister Andrea and her husband Bell. My Mother lived with them and they made her the center of our family. Both our families showered her with love and laughter, which is why she lived a Wonderful 105 years.

I'd like to leave you with a bit of her wisdom.

Life is a precious but fragile gift. It can be taken from you in a moment. Live life to the fullest and tell your family you love them before it is too late.

My grandmother has passed away, it was never intended for her to accompany us for the duration of our lives but we have been more than privileged to have had her company for a part of ours. I would like to share a few stories about her. Way before my time, I heard stories of factory workers having drank a little too much showing up at the house in the middle of the night asking for a leave of absence note. It was my grandmother who confronted these men. She was fearless. In the 1990s at the height of the bombay riots with 300 armed men parading on the street in front of our house she suggested that should they breach the front door she would stay with the family dog to slow them down and allow us to escape through the back door. She was fearless. Years later I saw a softer side. When visiting Marol we had the children and grandchildren of her patients coming to pay their respect and share the touching stories about 'The doctor' that their parents and grandparents had told them. She had the soul of an angel and the heart of a lion.
Over the years there were many Sundays that I pushed her wheelchair to the front of the alter for communion and then we went home. Today I again pushed her to the front of the alter, but I'm not going to be taking her back home. She is going to a better place, free from the shackles of a failing body. We are all going to miss her because...she gave us everything.

Dear Marie,Vijay, Andrea and Bel,
Aunty was a lovely person who conveyed love and joy to everyone she met. I fondly remember all the times where she laughed, sang and played the piano beautifully. We will cherish those good memories forever. May her kind soul rest in eternal peace. 
Love, Smita and Snehal

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dear Auntie Bertha,

You were my godmother and my favorite aunt.  We (Frankie, Luella, Dwayne) had come to visit you for your birthday a few times before 2006. Following my retirement from the UN in April 2007, I came to Houston every year from 2007 to 2015 to help celebrate your birthday, including your glorious 100th birthday celebration in May 2010.

I remember vividly the times in the early 1960s when my mother Mary (your youngest sister), my dad Peter and the five of us (Frankie, Tommy, Willy, Nirmala, Pradeep) used to drive to Marol village to visit you, Uncle Placid, Alexandrina and Marie.  Your other sister Elaine, her husband Jack and their kids Reggie, Gerald, Jacqueline and Desmond would come also.  Your brother Ernest and his wife Patience would join us. These were beautiful family reunions, and this is a key reason why we first cousins remain so close to the present day.

I have always admired your painstaking devotion to your patients in Marol village, where you were the only doctor. You also doted on your family and loved them dearly.  Despite Uncle Placid passing away suddenly some five decades ago, you kept the family intact and ensured that Alexandrina and Marie continued their education.  

Memories of you singing and playing on the piano/keyboard the old songs from your childhood and your beautiful sense of humor will remain with me always.  You lived 105 glorious years and you passed away gently with your loving family by your side.  You have now been called to your eternal rest in heaven.

Rest in peace my beloved aunt and godmother.  We will miss you dearly and will remember you forever.

Love.  Frankie

Dear Alexandrina, Bell, Lissen, Savio 
and Johann, spouses and kids

Dear Marie, Vijay, Sapphira and Kevin

WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES ON THE DEMISE OF AUNTY BERTHA

Death brings pain that  time can only heal

No words could ease what we truly feel

But with God, her joy is eternally sealed

And cherish her memories that death can't even steal.

During this difficult time of loss, may memories give you strength, and may the love of your loved ones help you during the days ahead.

Aunty Bertha will always be in our prayers.

Love, Willy, Yolanda & Michelle Pinto

A Tribute to Aunty Bertha

Aunty Bertha dearest, you were one of a kind 
With your resilient personality and brilliant mind

When young, we're told, you were so weak
But we've always seen you, as strong as teak 

You worked as a doctor, your patients' ills you did feel
Their broken bodies, minds and hearts you did heal

Quite early in life, you lost your soul mate 
You've never blamed God, for this your fate 

You decided to be, for your family, real strong
Though you realized the journey ahead would be long 

You were always resourceful, confident and calm
Ready to comfort others with your soothing balm

You've charmed us all with your humour and wit 
Guess this is what kept you, healthy and fit 

Singing was your passion, you ne'er tired of it 
When you played the piano, several lives did get lit 

Your stories were fascinating, your memory so bright 
You spread all around you, a radiating light 

Though advanced in age, you were a child at heart 
Vivacity, bubbliness  were of you, a special part

A fighter you were right till the very end
Didn't like burdening  others, this  message you did send

Loving Mom, doting grandmom, you strove to be
T'was clear and transparent, for the world to see 

Your daughter Andrea, around you, her life did revolve
Catering to your needs, focusing on problems to resolve

You were fortunate to have at your very last hour
Your family enveloping you  your strength, your tower

Now that you have gone to your Maker above 
You will join Uncle Placid whom you did dearly love

Goodbye Aunty Bertha, a treasure in you we did find
Your memory will be etched in our heart and our mind 

Nirmala Almeida (Mumu)

A Letter to Bertha from her sister Mary

Dear Bertha,

We were the only two left of our family. You were also my Godmother. We not only talked to each other on the phone, we sang together all the old songs that only the two of us remembered.

Now, I'm the only one left and feel very alone without you. I will miss you terribly.
 
Until we meet again.

Your loving sister, Mary

The wisdom and humor Mama shared with us will always be a source of inspiration and joy for our family. One of my favorite memories of Mama is the way she greeted me over the last two years when I went to visit her. "Hello Mama" was the way I would begin and it was followed by "who are you? " from Mama.  " It's Savio" was my reply which was followed by " no... you are so beautiful, you can not be Savio". Then I would have her put her glasses on and look at me. This was often followed by an exclamation of surprise from her and the sentence  "when did you get so old? Savio is a little boy."  We would both laugh as I insisted that I was Savio while she insisted that I was too old and had too rough hands to be Savio. 
In our parents and grandparents eyes, we will always be beautiful young children.

On May 14th of this year, my amazing wonderful mother,  Dr Bertha George turned 105 years old. She passed away last week. On August 14th of this year we celebrated her life.   I would like to share some of my beautiful and hilarious memories with you.  I shared these at her funeral.

One of my most dramatic childhood memories in India, was standing on the balcony looking down in horror at men fighting on the street with knives. Through the commotion I heard a commanding voice in Hindi telling them to stop acting like children, and I watched in amazement as the fighting stopped and the person started to patch up their bruises. That person, was my mother, the first and only physician in the village.

That scene was even more amazing because my mother was actually a shy person. In her role as physician she was transformed into a force that could handle any situation. She touched the lives of everyone in our village  and earned their love, trust and respect. The  lesson I learnt is that there are so many sides to our personalities, and it is OK to just be ourselves with our own mix of strengths and weaknesses. As she always said, we are perfect just the way we are.
My mother was an unusual physician. She used medications and procedures sparingly because they all had side effects. Instead she taught us to use food, the mind and exercise as cures. Ginger for the stomach, cloves for a toothache, garlic for the heart and chicken soup for the flu. It worked very well for us through the years. Incredible but true, my Mother did not have any major health problems in all her 105 years.

My mother was a story  teller extraordinaire! She exaggerated, she embellished, she put so much drama into each story that it came alive and you could touch feel and smell every incident. When she told us about the snake that was coiled around her baby sister I could feel the unbearable tension as men waited with guns pointed at the snake. When she told us about the lion that tapped at the door at night when the children and nanny were home alone my hair stood on end with fear, and when she told us about the first time she saw a waterfall and thought it was milk and honey and reached out to fill her glass, I could literally taste it. Every night we would beg for 1 more story and later, so did her grandchildren.

She had the amazing ability to find humor in any situation and then she would burst into peals of laughter. Laugh and the world laughs with you, she would say, Cry and you cry alone! When Vijay, my husband  shaved his head she asked, Vijay, did Marie pull off all your hair?  When she watched me dance in the competition with my 25 year old instructors she asked Vijay,  Is this making you jealous?

A few years ago she had a stroke and went as flat as a board. Terrified we called 911. As they were checking her out, her body came back to normal, and she did not understand why everyone was standing around her. They wanted to check out her mind so they asked her questions. In India we have a nursery rhyme that goes like this :  what's your name? -Johnny became. Where do you live? -Down the lane. What stop? -Bus stop. They asked her, what's your name? Johnny became, she responded. Where do you live? Down the lane. They turned to my sister and whispered, she has lost it. At the same moment she turned to me and  whispered,  stupid questions need stupid answers!

In the last couple of years she had lost her memory, but she never lost her wit.  When I asked,  Who am I? She could not remember then with a triumphant smile she said, you are my darling!  She looked at my sister, Are you my mother? No, said my sister, I am your first born daughter! You are  always telling me what to do she said, so I thought you were my mother.

How old are you Mama? I asked her. 21, she replied confidently, because that's how young she felt inside. How old are you?  When I told her my age she was shocked! How did you become such an old lady! she said. She was already over a 100 at that time!

My mother had a positive gentle spirit and disliked conflict and negativity. Very early in life we learned, If you can't say anything good about a person, just don't say anything at all.

She was an avid reader and knew exactly what was happening all over the world. When she could not read anymore, playing the keyboard and singing gave her the most pleasure and even when she could not carry a tune, we all joined in. The last time we taped her singing was 2 days before she passed away.

We feel lucky to have had extraordinary parents. We never realized how many obstacles life threw in their path because they never complained. They just overcame them and lived life to the fullest. They married late in life  my mother was 37, and when they had not 1 but 2 children, they were ecstatic. We were their precious jewels and they loved us unconditionally. The resultwe felt so secure, we felt we could achieve anything if we worked hard enough.

I am eternally grateful to the Angel of our family, my sister Andrea and her husband Bell. My Mother lived with them and they made her the center of our family. Both our families showered her with love and laughter, which is why she lived a Wonderful 105 years.

I'd like to leave you with a bit of her wisdom.

Life is a precious but fragile gift. It can be taken from you in a moment. Live life to the fullest and tell your family you love them before it is too late.
On May 14th of this year, my amazing wonderful mother,  Dr Bertha George turned 105 years old. She passed away last week. On August 14th of this year we celebrated her life.   I would like to share some of my beautiful and hilarious memories with you.  I shared these at her funeral.

One of my most dramatic childhood memories in India, was standing on the balcony looking down in horror at men fighting on the street with knives. Through the commotion I heard a commanding voice in Hindi telling them to stop acting like children, and I watched in amazement as the fighting stopped and the person started to patch up their bruises. That person, was my mother, the first and only physician in the village.

That scene was even more amazing because my mother was actually a shy person. In her role as physician she was transformed into a force that could handle any situation. She touched the lives of everyone in our village  and earned their love, trust and respect. The  lesson I learnt is that there are so many sides to our personalities, and it is OK to just be ourselves with our own mix of strengths and weaknesses. As she always said, we are perfect just the way we are.
My mother was an unusual physician. She used medications and procedures sparingly because they all had side effects. Instead she taught us to use food, the mind and exercise as cures. Ginger for the stomach, cloves for a toothache, garlic for the heart and chicken soup for the flu. It worked very well for us through the years. Incredible but true, my Mother did not have any major health problems in all her 105 years.

My mother was a story  teller extraordinaire! She exaggerated, she embellished, she put so much drama into each story that it came alive and you could touch feel and smell every incident. When she told us about the snake that was coiled around her baby sister I could feel the unbearable tension as men waited with guns pointed at the snake. When she told us about the lion that tapped at the door at night when the children and nanny were home alone my hair stood on end with fear, and when she told us about the first time she saw a waterfall and thought it was milk and honey and reached out to fill her glass, I could literally taste it. Every night we would beg for 1 more story and later, so did her grandchildren.

She had the amazing ability to find humor in any situation and then she would burst into peals of laughter. Laugh and the world laughs with you, she would say, Cry and you cry alone! When Vijay, my husband  shaved his head she asked, Vijay, did Marie pull off all your hair?  When she watched me dance in the competition with my 25 year old instructors she asked Vijay,  Is this making you jealous?

A few years ago she had a stroke and went as flat as a board. Terrified we called 911. As they were checking her out, her body came back to normal, and she did not understand why everyone was standing around her. They wanted to check out her mind so they asked her questions. In India we have a nursery rhyme that goes like this :  what's your name? -Johnny became. Where do you live? -Down the lane. What stop? -Bus stop. They asked her, what's your name? Johnny became, she responded. Where do you live? Down the lane. They turned to my sister and whispered, she has lost it. At the same moment she turned to me and  whispered,  stupid questions need stupid answers!

In the last couple of years she had lost her memory, but she never lost her wit.  When I asked,  Who am I? She could not remember then with a triumphant smile she said, you are my darling!  She looked at my sister, Are you my mother? No, said my sister, I am your first born daughter! You are  always telling me what to do she said, so I thought you were my mother.

How old are you Mama? I asked her. 21, she replied confidently, because that's how young she felt inside. How old are you?  When I told her my age she was shocked! How did you become such an old lady! she said. She was already over a 100 at that time!

My mother had a positive gentle spirit and disliked conflict and negativity. Very early in life we learned, If you can't say anything good about a person, just don't say anything at all.

She was an avid reader and knew exactly what was happening all over the world. When she could not read anymore, playing the keyboard and singing gave her the most pleasure and even when she could not carry a tune, we all joined in. The last time we taped her singing was 2 days before she passed away.

We feel lucky to have had extraordinary parents. We never realized how many obstacles life threw in their path because they never complained. They just overcame them and lived life to the fullest. They married late in life  my mother was 37, and when they had not 1 but 2 children, they were ecstatic. We were their precious jewels and they loved us unconditionally. The resultwe felt so secure, we felt we could achieve anything if we worked hard enough.

I am eternally grateful to the Angel of our family, my sister Andrea and her husband Bell. My Mother lived with them and they made her the center of our family. Both our families showered her with love and laughter, which is why she lived a Wonderful 105 years.

I'd like to leave you with a bit of her wisdom.

Life is a precious but fragile gift. It can be taken from you in a moment. Live life to the fullest and tell your family you love them before it is too late.

Marie, I am sorry to hear about your Mom.  My prayers are with you and your entire family.  Hope to see you soon.  If there is anything I can do to help during this time, I am a call away.  
With deepest sympathy,

Hi Marie, I just learned about you mother's passing.  I'm so sorry for your loss.  Please don't bother with my request.
You are in my thoughts. Best,

Marie,I am so sorry to hear of the death of your mom.  Please know that you are in my thoughts.
I will not be able to attend the service; I am leaving town for Utah within the hour, and will not return until Sunday.

Dear Marie & Vijay, Our deepest condolences on Marie's mother passing away.
We are saddened to hear of your loss.
May her memories bring you comfort.

Dear Marie, I just learned of the passing of your dear mother at the ripe age of 105! She must have lived an amazing life and you are fortunate to have had a mother who was as accomplished as she was. Please accept my deepest sympathies. When we lose our parents we feel orphaned but grief soon gives way to happy memories of the good times we shared with them. I am sure you will soon be filled with the happiest memories of your mother.
I send you deepest sympathies.

Marie, my heart goes out to you.  I am so sorry to hear about your mom.  I'm just remember you speaking so fondly of her.  You are so blessed to have had her so long.  Cherish the memories and remember that although she is no longer here physically, she will forever live on in the hearts and memories of all the people she has touched and the people who loved her.  I love you and wish you peace and contentment.

Dear Marie I am sorry to learn of the passing of your mother.  It sounds like you were very blessed to have her in your life. 
 You are in my thoughts during this time.  May warm memories continue to comfort you. Sincerely,

I am saddened to hear your recent experience with the passing of your mother. As a wise man once thought me, "te acompao en tu sentimiento" and "mi más querido pèsame" - I join you in your sentiment and if I could take away any of your sadness, I would gladly do so. May God continue to allow you the opportunity to celebrate the beauty of life and the memories of a great mother.
Always Onward!

Dear Marie: I wanted to send you my deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother.  Words are always inadequate at times like these, but know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers.  It seems a blessing that she was able to sing up to the end and I know she was surrounded with love.  Bless you.

Dear Marie: I am on vacation -- in a cabin in the northwoods of Minnesota -- but in checking my email I heard from Tommy Wright that your mother had passed away.   I wanted to send you my condolences.    I never met her, of course, but at the risk of sounding maudlin I can say that she must have been pretty special to have raised someone like you.    I wanted to let you know I am thinking about you and your sister, as well as Vijay and the children, and hoping that you are able to take comfort in your family and what I hope are some good memories. 
Sincerely,

Hi Marie, I am so terribly sorry to hear about your mother. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Am certain she will be missed by many and must have been a wonderful human being. 
My prayers go out to you and your family. Take care,

Dear Marie,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mother's passing. 
Remembering the time I lost my mom I recall this dichotomous 
feeling, I thanked God that she wasn't suffering, and simultaneously there was this hollow feeling and ache inside that one of the only person who was always unconditionally there for me was gone and I was suddenly bereft of that sense of a wonderful invisible canopy of acceptance and love always encompassing me.
While I never met your mother, whenever you talked about her it was so evident how much you looked up to and admired her. Certainly she was one lady who was a pioneer and way ahead of her time, and while this might seem inadequate at this point, you were so blessed to have had  such an amazing mother and for a much longer time than most of us.
I don't know how much solace any words of sympathy really offers, it can never really quiet the feeling of loss within, but the warmth of the   myriads of friends surrounding you along with Vijay, Saphira and Kevin will hopefully offer some measure of comfort. 
Marie, I would so very much would have liked to have been there to say goodbye to a great lady, and join in the prayers for the repose of her soul in her new journey, and stand along with all your friends to give you a hug, but Dia is here and leaving on Monday, so tomorrow is the only time we have to take care of some appointments and commitments. So please forgive our absence. and allow us to take you out one night , and let us learn more about your mother.
I will certainly say my own prayers for a special person i wish I had met. very fondly,

Dear Marie, Vijay & family, Sorry to hear about your loss. We will not be able to attend the service as we are out of town.
Please accept our condolences.

Hello Marie ,Our heartfelt condolences on Demise of your beloved Mom . Regards

Dear Marie,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news. I empathize fully with your heart break and sorrow at this time. A mother is the most special person in everyone's life!
I pray that your mother's soul finds eternal freedom, rest and peace, and that you and your family can overcome your grief and bereavement from this loss and remember only the wonderful moments and memories you have shared with her. May God give you all the strength and ability to carry on her special legacy.
Please convey our sincere condolences to Vijay, Sapphira and everyone in your family.Sincerely,

Dear Marie, We were very sorry to hear about your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. With our deepest and most heartfelt condolences,

Vijay and Marie, I was just informed of the passing of Marie's mother. My deep condolences to you both,
I understand she was around for a century and I am certain she has passed many a word of wisdom. May she rest in peace
Regards,

Dear Marie and Vijay, Mahesh and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you in this difficult time and our prayers are with you and your family.Warm regards,

Dear Marie Mami, We are so sorry to hear the news about your mother. Our heart felt condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be thinking of you and the rest of the family.

Hi Mami, Sorry to hear about your mother.
May her soul rest in peace n give you n your family the strength to bare her loss.

Marie, I heard the sad news about the passing away of your mother.  Please accept our sincere condolences.  It must be a difficult time for you and the family but no doubt you will come out of it stronger.  I am sure the entire Pratham family shares in this time of grief for you. Best wishes and prayers.

Marie, I'm sorry to hear about your mother.  Please be assured of my prayers for her and your family. God bless.

Dear Marie (and Vijay), It was a beautiful sendoff for your dearly beloved Mother. 
Marie, your words were very moving and touching and straight from the heart.
We loved your amusing stories and poignant memories of her lion-like' and caring heart!
Your Mother must've been so proud of all your achievements.
And your  dear sister who took care of her for all these years.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories and we wish you comfort and peace at this time.
You must be missing her, because no matter how prepared we are for the eventual journey our parents must take, we are always shocked at the finality of it all.
Loved the final hymn about Mothers'  it reminded me so much of my Mother.
What was the name of that hymnI'd love the words
Take care of yourself and your beautiful family,
love,

Marie: We Just got back from India.  Chitra and I wish to express our heart felt condolences. May her soul rest in peace. Best regards.

Marie -Please accept our condolences for your loss.  I didn't realize until I read her obituary what an extraordinary life she had lived.  She must have been so proud of the work you and Vijay continue to do. You and your family will be in Nilima and my thoughts.

Dear Marie Auntie & Vijay Uncle, 
We are so sorry for your loss. I know your mother was an extraordinary and inspirational woman. 
You and your family are in our thoughts. Please let us know if you need anything. We hope you all are doing okay. Sincerely,

I am in India and just saw the FB post about your mother - my prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Marie, We are at a loss of words to express our deepest condolences for the irreparable loss you are currently experiencing. Losing a mom is so unbearable and words just cannot express and communicate soothing and comforting expression to deal with the unbearable loss. Both Leela and I are readily available in any way that could provide any help to alleviate the pain and loss of a dear one. Although we did not have the opportunity to meet your mother, we are very inspired and influenced by the life she had led and the impact she had on arts, music and more importantly the teachings and the path to success she has imparted on her daughter. The memories she had established and nurtured will give you some comfort and solace in dealing with the loss. Your mother reminds us that life is not about the steps she had taken but the footprints she had left behind in the form of you and your loving family. Mom is always very special and while she has left you physically but unconditional love and guidance will be with you eternally in spirits.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,  Vijay and rest of your family   and pray to god  to provide you  with strength and much needed  wisdom and guidance  during this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace.
 With our prayers and condolences

Dr. Marie, I am sorry for your loss. I wish you all the best.

Hello Marie, I'm saddened by your lost. Please know that you and family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Heartfelt regards

Marie, I'm very sorry to hear about your mother's passing.  I'm sure she had a profound influence on you.

I enjoyed watching grandma dip her cheese sandwich in her tea. Then she would sip the tea with the floating pieces of cheese on top. Now I know were Savio got it from!  Love to all,

So sorry for your lose, Our prayer and thoughts are with you and your family.

May her soul rest in eternal peace our condolences

Marie: did not know your mother but feel for our friend for the loss of a loved one, who brought you to the world and nurtured you. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Our condolences Marie to you and your entire family. The mass was beautiful, it was wonderful to hear what an exquisite woman she was!

Celebrate her life Marie. She must have been an amazing woman and mother. Eternal joy to her soul. The photos were lovely.

We will always remember her smile and love of life. May her soul be with God and her memories with us all. She batted a glorious century plus some and the great wicket keeper has her now in his gloves. May her soul rest in peace.

My condolences . Her life seems like a glorious journey !!

Sorry to hear the news about your mother ,please accept our condolences .May her soul rest in peace

We are so sorry to hear the news about your mother. Our heart felt condolences to you and the rest of the family

Sorry to hear about your Mom Marie Aunty... May her Soul rest in peace.

Hi Marie Mami, please accept our condolences. i am glad i got to know her during my time in Houston..big hug to you and family..Jasmine

sorry for the loss, may her soul rest in peace

My deep condolences to you and your family, Marie

Our deepest condolences! May her soul rest in peace

So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Have heard so many wonderful things about her from you. It was a beautiful service honouring the amazing life she had led. May her soul rest in peace!

Hi Andrea & Bell...you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Do convey our heartfelt condolences to Marie, Cookie & the family. Your Mom was indeed a beautiful person till the very end

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your bereaved family.May her soul rest in peace ..

sorry to hear this loss...condolence to you and your family...

Dearest Baby, Marie and all at home my deepest sympathies . Yes Mama will be missed by all who came in contact with her. May her soul rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to you and your family. May her soul rest in peace

Dearest Alex and Marie sorry to hear about Aunty it is a loss even for me i still remember the time we use to spend to gather and she being there.....A wonderful person, may the Lord give u both strength and courage to accept this loss. .. will pray for her as well as for all of you May her soul R.I.P.

Ms. Andrea, so sorry to hear this. God bless you and your family and may she rest in peace.

Dearest aunty so sorry to hear about Nana. May the good Lord give you the strength to bear this loss. Truly a life well lived and memories to cherish. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon her May her soul rest in peace.

Our heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Our prayers for her and the family to bear this loss. I can well imagine the void you feel but the memories that she has left will definitely be there to revive you . May her soul rest in peace.

Heart felt condolences to you and your family . May she rest in peace.

 Sorry to hear that Aunty. My condolences to you & family. May God give you strength to bear this loss. Will call you after few days

Sorry to hear..Our heartfelt condolence to u and ur family may her soul RIP..

I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. May her soul rest in peace.

So sorry to hear about your loss Andrea Aunty! May her soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with you and your family. We love you!

Hi Mam... Sorry for your loss..please accept my condolence.. May god give you the strength to bear the loss...

Sorry about your loss. Her life was beautiful and has surely left beautiful memories. Your beautiful words truly celebrate her life . May her soul rest in peace .

Sorry to hear about your loss Ms Andrea... My deepest condolences to you and your family..May god give you all the strength in this difficult time.. May her soul rest in peace... Take care. Lots of hugs...

I'm so sorry to hear Aunty Baby , our deepest sympathies with all of u from mum , dad , Semy and me Tc will call u soon

Condolences to you and family ! May her soul rest in peace

My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Ms Andrea. To have been loved by so many, especially great grand children, and she must have lived such a wonderful life and left you all with equally wonderful memories to cherish. May her soul rest in peace.

Prayers for your mum and family dear Ms Andrea .. So sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear about your loss, Ms Andrea. Much love to you and your family.

Dear Madam Andrea, my heartfelt condolences and prayers for your lovely mother. May she rest in peace and continue to be an inspiration for the family.

Kindly accept heartfelt condolences from all at Vissanji Academy

Sorry to hear about your loss Mam. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May her soul rest in peace.

Really sorry for your loss ma'am.. Please accept my Heartfelt condolences...

Sorry for your loss Ms. Andrea.. R.I.P xx

Very sorry to hear the news Mrs. Andrea. Our sincere prayers with your entire family. May her beautiful soul rest in peace.

May she rest in peace and May God give you all the strength in this difficult time. Sending you lots of hugs XOXO!

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Dr. Bertha George

May 14, 1910 – August 11, 2015

Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home & Cemetery

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