Mrs. Donna Rae Bergthold, age 71 of Hermitage, MO, passed away November 27, 2009. She was born January 1, 1938, in Pittsfield, IL, to Bill and May (Tucker) Harshman. She was united in marriage January 30, 1959, to Henry Bergthold and to this union two children were born. She was an alumnist of Pittsfield High School Pittsfield, IL, and of St. Mary’s School of Nursing Quincy, IL. She worked as a register nurse. She retired as a drug and alcohol recovery nurse specialist.
Her parents; and her husband of 38 years Henry precede her in death.
She is survived by her son: David Bergthold and his wife Nina of Camdenton, MO; her daughter Lori Bergthold of Hermitage, MO; four grandchildren: Matt Stepp of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Marissa Rae Bergthold of Camdenton, MO, Dylan Bergthold of Camdenton, MO, and Elexeus Bergthold of Hermitage, MO; one brother in-law Cletus Bergthold and wife Pat of Galmey, MO; two nieces, two nephews, as well as other relatives and friends.
According to Donna Rae’s wishes her body will be cremated. Memorial services are pending, but will be held at a later date. Friends and family may sign a guest book or send private condolences at: www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel of Greenlawn Funeral Homes Bolivar, MO.