Bertha E. McAleece

“There are so many stories to share about Grandma, that it's hard to pick and choose. Some when I was much younger: -The unique smell in the...Read More » ”
1 of 37 | Posted by: David Mellentine - Riverside, CA

“Gram: All the memories that have filled my brain over these past few weeks. I dont know where to begin. I somehow wish and desire that you can...Read More » ”
2 of 37 | Posted by: Roger J Fuhrman - Minneapolis, MN

“Mom, May the light of this candle shine in us the rest of our lives. May it radiate your spirit and the love you had for each of us. May we...Read More » ”
3 of 37 | Posted by: Joan McAleece Chavez - Englewood, CO

“Dear Grandma, I wasn't sure what exactly to write, so decided to speak from my heart. Truthfully, you and my mom didn't always see eye-to-eye....Read More » ”
4 of 37 | Posted by: Anna (Mellentine) Pablo - CO

“So sorry Mom, I know this isn't what you wanted! ”
5 of 37 | Posted by: Mary - Dubuque, IA - Daughter

“I love you Mom and I miss you. Reading all your grandchildren and great Grandchildrens' stories about you makes me laugh ,you have given much to many...Read More » ”
6 of 37 | Posted by: Beth Mellentine - LITTLETON, CO

“My parents like to tell these 2 stories, but I can barely remember them happening. When I was 3 we stayed with Grandma on our vacation. This was a...Read More » ”
7 of 37 | Posted by: Kacey Mellentine - Littleton, CO

“Knock on the door, [knock on my forehead, leave a knot] Peep in. [Lift me eyebrow, rip out some hair] Turn the latch, [Crank on my nose] ...Read More » ”
8 of 37 | Posted by: Ryan Fuhrman - Chicago, IL

“Gramma, I have just started to realize all the great memories we had together. I still remember the days when you would babysit me and we would play...Read More » ”
9 of 37 | Posted by: Brianna Fuhrman - Napervillle, IL

“My kids and I play a game where we pick something and say whether Grandma is older than that or not. World War 1, the Titanic, television. It became...Read More » ”
10 of 37 | Posted by: Nick Mellentine - Littleton, CO

“People have asked about Grandma and I continually find myself describing her with simply one word - AMAZING. I assume she will be the most amazing...Read More » ”
11 of 37 | Posted by: Rob Boras - St Louis, MO

“Dear McAleece Cousins I was so sad to hear of Aunt Bert's passing. How fortunate you all were to have her so long. I loved your Mom! She was always...Read More » ”
12 of 37 | Posted by: Liz Holz - Seattle, WA - Niece

“Well, I remember the last christmas that I spent in Dubuque at the Fuhrmans. It was 1997, shortly after Carter was born. Grandma Mac was giving...Read More » ”
13 of 37 | Posted by: Kathleen Colsch Block - Waukon, IA

“I will miss you great grandma. Even though I never really knew you, you still made, and still are, making a difference in my life. I love all the...Read More » ”
14 of 37 | Posted by: Julia Muchow

“Grandma, I know I will never touch as many lives as you have through your incredible life and legacy, but if I got even a little bit of your stamina...Read More » ”
15 of 37 | Posted by: Lynn McAleece Bishara - FL

“There are too many memories to count... but I'll share a quick one where Grandpa took me to Happy Joe's Pizza for some ice cream on a gloomy day......Read More » ”
16 of 37 | Posted by: Michael T Mellentine - Littleton, CO

“One of my favorite memories of Gram is when she came charging in the back door at Mary's on a very cold, icy winter day and I said "Gram?! Did you...Read More » ”
17 of 37 | Posted by: Becky Fuhrman Chon Buri, Thailand

“Grandma Bert Congratulations on a life well lived. You will be missed here but you were obviously missed in Heaven as well. Time for your next...Read More » ”
18 of 37 | Posted by: Dan Mellentine - Denver, CO

“Grandma, I am never good at this but you already knew that. I cherish those special talks we had while making Rhubarb bars and Apple Crisp, it never...Read More » ”
19 of 37 | Posted by: Katie Petersen - Myrtle Beach, SC

“Dear McAleece Family, Please except my sympathy for the loss of your Mother/Grandma. I like to think she and your Dad are puttering along in a...Read More » ”
20 of 37 | Posted by: Molly Sutton Weis - Dubuque, IA

“Mary, Renee, Rachel, Bob, Roger, Joe, Becky, Ryan, and Extended Family; I have been touched by your family for many many years. I can remember...Read More » ”
21 of 37 | Posted by: Jessica Klein

“Dear Aunt Bert, Knowing you, even though seeing you only a few times, was very special. Since your sister Margaret fell in love with my father...Read More » ”
22 of 37 | Posted by: Lyal Holmberg - San Jose, CA

“The last time I saw Aunt Bert was when I stayed at her house during the summer of 1962...even though I was just out of the 8th grade, Aunt Bert made...Read More » ”
23 of 37 | Posted by: Charles Holmberg - Modesto, CA

“I wish I could put into words what Mom has meant to me. I don't have all the same memories, but I do remember how we came to love each other as...Read More » ”
24 of 37 | Posted by: Patty McAleece - Aiken, SC

“Wow, 101 years old!! You will be greatly missed. I remember the 2 dollar bills we got for our birthdays with a American flag stuck in a marshmallow:)...Read More » ”
25 of 37 | Posted by: Jon Mellentine - Littleton, CO

“Gram, there really are no words. You leave behind such an immense legacy and will be deeply missed. I will never forget our trip before papa passed...Read More » ”
26 of 37 | Posted by: Jen McAleece Muchow - Kansas City, MO

“Dear McAleece Family; Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your mother. Know that I share in your sorrow and I am sending prayers of love and comfort...Read More » ”
27 of 37 | Posted by: Ann Marie Holz Hilario - Enumclaw, WA

“My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. I have such fond memories of your mom, my Aunt Bert. She was talented, generous, and had a great sense...Read More » ”
28 of 37 | Posted by: Barbara Holz Sullivan - Seattle, WA

“Laura, Tom, Immediate and Extended Family, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. No matter how young or old...and she was VERY young in...Read More » ”
29 of 37 | Posted by: Renee' Gullickson - Elizabeth, CO

“A part of who I am is from Gramma Mac (and Red). I remember the 90th birthday celebration - family reunion. Gramma was looking at the huge crowd...Read More » ”
30 of 37 | Posted by: Joey Fuhrman - West Des Moines, IA

“Oh Mom, how I am going to miss you in my life. I was fortunate to live near you and we always used to say to each other " you are the only one I have...Read More » ”
31 of 37 | Posted by: Mary Fuhrman - Dubuque, IA

“An inspiration, a role model: Gram you were one of a kind. From your quick wit to the expressions on your face, I am very fortunate to have over 20+...Read More » ”
32 of 37 | Posted by: Renee Fuhrman - Chicago, IL

“Mom was a very strong woman, and she taught us all that we could do anything be, anybody rich or poor know the difference between good and bad and...Read More » ”
33 of 37 | Posted by: Beth Mellentine - Littleton , CO

“Gram, "burpa", what can I say? I will cherish our last talks, your wonderful advice, and your great spirit! I have many fond memories as does Caden!...Read More » ”
34 of 37 | Posted by: Rachael Fuhrman-Erdman - Thornton, CO

“Gram/ GG Mac, To have lived as long as you did, it must mean your purpose here was so important as you leave behind an amazing legacy of a truly...Read More » ”
35 of 37 | Posted by: Emily Hoch - Denver, CO

“I don't even know where to begin. Mom you were the best Mother any one could ever ask for. You were strict but fair-Oh I am sure my sisters may t...Read More » ”
36 of 37 | Posted by: Laura McAleece Hoch - Aurora, CO

“A line she would say with a smile since she was about 90 was: "God forgot about me." God nor anyone else forgot about good ole Bertha, nor ever...Read More » ”
37 of 37 | Posted by: Bob Fuhrman - Chicago, IL