Bernena M. Tolliver

Mrs. Bernena M. Tolliver, 84, passed away Saturday morning, April 18, 2009, in Wheaton Franciscan/ All Saints. She was born on Dec. 26, 1924, to the late Elnora (nee: Caulvan) and John Ruggeri. She was united in marriage to Kenneth C. Tolliver on Sept. 27, 1944. He preceded her in death on Sept. 21, 1999.

She enjoyed working, crocheting, cooking and spending time with her family. Above all she was a devoted wife, mother and friend.

She is survived by her daughters, Judy (Steve) Honore, Jeanice (Jack) Duffy, Regina (Harland) Werth; sons, Butchie (Corrine) Tolliver, Kurt Tolliver, John (Julie) Tolliver; grandchildren, Cody Tolliver, Kyle Tolliver, Liza Tolliver, Tanya Tolliver, Jamie Tolliver, Joanna Werth, Harland Werth, Jonathon Werth, Michael, Tammy Kimberly Elisha, Ana, Mark Honore, Danny Honore, Stephanie Degroot, Tina, Mary Jane, Jimmy, Marcia Duffy and thirty-five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at the West Lawn Memorial Park Chapel, 9000 Washington Ave., on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Holly Anderle officiating. Friends may meet with the family at West Lawn Chapel from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

You're in heaven now, so we know you are happy and at home. We love you more than words can say. You'll be missed very much, you were the best part of our life.

Wilson Funeral Home
1212 Lathrop Ave. Racine 634-3361