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Bernadette Lee “Bern” Giwerowski, 45
June 01, 2018
Bernadette Lee “Bern” Giwerowski, 45, of Ephrata passed away surrounded by her loving family on June 1, 2018 at Hospice and Community Care. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Virginia (Smith) Merk and Jim Merk.
Bern will be remembered for her big smile and her even bigger heart. She was kind to everyone and friends with everyone. She took special care to remember the names of all those she met. She collected head vases and country items that she found on the many vacations that she took to Lancaster County while she was living in Philadelphia. She was an amazing wife and mother and greatly cherished all the time she was able to spend with her family. A life-long Disney fan, her fondest memory was of a trip that she and her entire family took to Disney in 2014.
Bern is survived by her loving husband of over 23 years Eric G. Giwerowski Sr., their children, Jessica (Giwerowski) Musser, married to Eric Musser, and Eric G. Giwerowski Jr. She is also survived by her mother, Virginia Merk, father, Harry Bruce, her sister Dawn Perales, and two nieces, Schelby Ceresini and Sophia Perales. She is preceded in death by her father, James Merk.
Services will be held at 1:30PM on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory located at 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Guests will be received prior to the service starting at 12:00PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bern’s name can be made to Help The Fight at https://www.helpthefight.org/donate/ or donations directly to the Giwerowski Family can be sent to 228 Jennifer Ln., Ephrata, PA, 17522.
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Condolences to the Family
June 08, 2018
We lost a wonderful angel. I did not get to enjoy your company for long here but the little but of times we did were great. You’re in Jesus’ arms now.
June 08, 2018
My sincere condolences go out to Eric Sr, Jess and Eric, Eric, Ginny, Dawn and Bernadette’s entire family! My heart is breaking at the loss of Bernadette!! I cannot wrap my mind around this! She was the most kindest, thoughtful and loving person I have ever known! I can remember so many fun times we had at Bern’s house growing up, precious memories that I will keep with me forever!! She always had a smile on that beautiful face of hers and it could light up any room! She always put her family first and always made time for her friends, even if it was just a text or a FB post! She would always check in even when she wasn’t feeling her greatest!! She was amazing and one of the bravest people I have ever known!! Until we see each other in heaven again, I love and miss you my Friend!! Love, Jean!!
June 07, 2018
My sincere condolences go out to Eric Sr, Jess and Eric, Eric, Ginny, Dawn and Bernadette’s entire family! My heart is breaking at the loss of Bernadette!! I cannot wrap my mind around this! She was the most kindest, thoughtful and loving person I have ever known! I can remember so many fun times we had at Bern’s house growing up, precious memories that I will keep with me forever!! She always had a smile on that beautiful face of hers and it could light up any room! She always put her family first and always made time for her friends, even if it was just a text or a FB post! She would always check in even when she wasn’t feeling her greatest!! She was amazing and one of the bravest people I have ever known!! Until we see each other in heaven again, I love and miss you my Friend!! ❤️
June 07, 2018
Eric and family,
My heart aches for you, knowing you loss your wife your best friend.There no words to express the loss of such a beautiful person, with such a big heart. She will be missed dearly. Our deepest sympathy
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. .. Love Katthy and Gene
June 06, 2018
It’s a sin that I couldn’t be a part of your life for all of these years. I am sorry you suffered and I couldn’t be there for you. I love. I’m looking forward to being a part of your family’s life. I am glad you are at peace and no longer suffering. I love you Bernadette. Your Aunt Helen
June 05, 2018
My sincere condolences to Eric and his children on the loss of a wonderful wife and mother. Her suffering is over and she sleeps in the arms of the angels.
Louise Bernadette Lee-Annucci
June 05, 2018
My heart is heavy and breaking for you all. I’ll always treasure my memories of Bern. She was a beautiful spirit with an infectious smile and a courageous fighter. May God give you comfort and peace at this time.
Praying for you all,
Chrisie Reinert
June 05, 2018
Bern, I’m going to miss you like Crazy! I enjoyed our talks, laughs, tears and joys! Love ya Boo
June 05, 2018
You will be sadly missed by so many. Rest in Paradise…
Dan and Kelly McNally
June 05, 2018
I will always remember your sweet live for your children. I will never forget your beautiful smile and heart. Glad We will all be together again in heaven with Jesus. Love you.Candy Bilbee
June 05, 2018
Words can’t begin to express how very sorry I’am for your loss. Bernadette was the most sincere, caring, human beings I ever met or will ever meet. She is truly an Angel. Her beautiful smile is what I remember most. Anyone who crossed her path was luckier for it. Sending my prayers to Bernadette’s family and friends.
Kristina Moulder ( Romanski)
June 05, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Bernadette was a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed. RIP my beautiful angel. Love Aunt Anne & Uncle Joe
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- Sunday, June 10, 2018
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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