More commonly known as Bernie, she was born to Felix and Sophia Milewski in Syracuse, NY. Bernie grew up in Syracuse, NY where she met her husband Henry (Hank) in high school. They married while Hank was on active duty in 1962. Soon after her husband finished his 2-year tour with the Navy, the couple moved to Victor, NY.
After starting their family in Victor, NY the family moved to Texas in 1978. Bernie and Hank were deeply committed to their faith and were active members of the Cottonwood Creek Baptist Church in Allen, TX. During their 53 years of marriage, they were inseparable. Bernie was devastated with his passing in 2015.
Bernie passed away just a few weeks prior to her 77th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband Hank, her brother Stanley, and her sister Felicia. She is survived by her son William (Bill) and wife Kristina; her daughter Wendy and husband Dean; grandchildren Veronica, Alexander and Samantha.
Due to the restrictions associated with the COVID-19 virus, there will be no viewing or funeral services. She will be interred at a later service at a National Cemetery with her husband.