Bertha Mae Pendell

Bertha M. Pendell passed away at her home in Ithaca on July 9, 2022, at the age of 99, with her family surrounding her.

Bertha was born September 19, 1922 in Carson City, the daughter of Ezra and Anna (Nickert) Harlow.  She married Duane Pendell on January 2, 1943, and together they raised four children; Beverly (Dale) Balcom, Roger (Mary) Pendell, Mary (Larry) Cooper, and Cheryl (Sid) Hull. 

IN 1952 Bertha and Duane along with cousin Ken and Barb Pendell moved to Ithaca from Carson City and became partners in Pendell Dairy Farm.  In 1991 the farm was sold.

Besides their four children, Bertha is survived by seven grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister, Frances Sorrell.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Duane in 2001; her sisters, Evelyn (Ralph) Goodsite, Helen (Bud) Goodsite, and Katherine (Cecil) Mitchell; her brother, Willie Harlow; and her brother-in-law, Irvin Sorrell.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 12, at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca, with Jo Jones officiating.  Interment will be in New Haven Cemetery.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday, July 11 at the Barden Funeral Home.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Ithaca Presbyterian Church or to the Ithaca Senior Activity Building.  Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.  

Comments

[Jo Jones]

To all of Bertha's Loved Ones,
Please know that we Seniors at the Senior Activity Building share your feeling of loss since your Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, and yes, Great,Great Grandma was an important part of our family too. May you find peace in the wonderful memories of a life well lived.
Caring about you,
Jo Jones

[Linda Kinney Smith]

My love ♥️ and condolences to the wonderful Pendell & Harlow families and all their countless friends and extended family. So many memories of Ada, Edward, And the Pendell family fun times. My favorite memory is the night they came to our house to “bell” Mom & Dad on their anniversary. And they decided to make pancakes 🥞! Yep you guessed it…a milk strainer pad just happened to turn up in their pancakes. Pretty sure it was Duane’s idea 💡! 🤗♥️🙏 Bertha fly with the eagles and now you are back with you group of Angels and can help guide us from your Celestial Home. I just happen to be 2 days away from being in the Ithaca area. I have traveled 2270 (so far) miles from my Arizona home to visit my beloved friends and family. Know I’m their in spirit with you all as you celebrate Bertha.🐄🌳🥞🚜💖❤️💝

[Greg Franich]

So sorry for your loss but heaven just received a beautiful angel !!

[Nancy (Goostrey) Allen]

Condolences to the extended Pendell family. Bertha was treasured by all who had the good fortune to know her. Such a wise, caring, accomplished and compassionate woman. She will be greatly missed❤️
Heaven has gained an angel!

[Carmen (McKenzie) Etienne]

I'm so very for your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of Bertha! She was so much fun and I loved her laugh. She will be missed so much. Sending prayers and hugs to the Pendell family.

[Debbie (Prikasky)Van Wormer]

My confolences to the Pendell family on the loss of their sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. It's hard to lose a loved one but she is with our Lord and Savior. Her body may have left this world but your memories will always be with you. May you draw comfort in your memories in this time of sorrow. God be with you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.

[Bill and Jeanette Dilts]

Prayers to all the Pendell family on the loss of your very special person. Bertha and Duane were two of Bill and my favorite people and Bertha has been often in my thoughts. May she rest in peace.

[Linda Lewis]

Cheryl and family, thinking of you at this time and lifting you up in prayer.

[Gloria M Kleinhans]

My condolences to the entire Pendell Family. I'm so sorry to hear the loss of your Mom. She was a beautiful & special woman & loved by many. May she rest in peace in the arms of our Lord.
Amen

[Ruth Ann (Pendell) Whitford]

I am very sad to hear of Bertha’s passing.
She has been very special to me and will always remember the special times we have had at the Pendell reunions. She will be greatly missed.
Ruth and Gale❤️

[Carol Mumy]

Sincere condolences to Bertha’s family. May you all be blessed with comfort and grace.