Bernadine Demaret – Christopher

Bernadine Demaret, 95, of Christopher, IL, passed away August 10, 2020, at Wabash Christian Retirement Village in Carmi, IL, following a brief illness.  She was born in Treveskyn, PA, August 17, 1924, the eldest daughter of John Paul and Ann Morgan, and raised in Lawrence, Pennsylvania.

Mrs. Demaret married Ralph Jules Demaret March 8, 1947, and settled in Christopher, IL.  He preceded her in death in 1991. She was a Registered Nurse, working in area hospitals.  She was an avid reader in the field of medicine, nursing and health. In recent years she was a member of the Home Extension. She attended services at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Benton, IL.

One son, Ralph “Raymond” Demaret (Blenda Sulser) survives, of Fairfield, IL. Three grandchildren survive, Julie (Doug) Aman, Craig (Sandra), and Derek (Amy), also of Fairfield.  She was blessed with six great-grandchildren, Alexander Aman, Audrey Aman, Jorji Demaret, Jordan Demaret, Dominic Demaret, and Dane Demaret.

Surviving siblings include three brothers Richard (Rich), Andrew Thomas (Tommy), Donald (Donny) and four sisters, Kathleen (Kass), Eileen, Geraldine (Gerry) and Marlene. She was predeceased by her husband and parents, as well as brothers John Paul, Jr. (Buddy), George Raymond (Ray), Patrick (Sonny), William (Bill), Margaret, Charles (Chuckie) and Michael James (Jim). As the oldest daughter with fourteen siblings, Bernadine helped her mother in the home.

Bernadine lived healthy and independently until her recent hospitalization in July. She accepted hard work without a thought, including “cutting the grass” into her early 90’s. She enjoyed keeping her home stocked with healthy food and making fresh berry cobbler from scratch. A meal at her house meant a smorgasbord.  One hobby included crocheting with family appreciating afghan keepsakes.

Funeral services will be on Thursday August 13, 2020 at 11:30 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home, 209 N Emma, Christopher, IL with Father Urban Osuji officiating.  Visitation will be on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:30 AM. Burial will be at Harrison Cemetery in Buckner.

Bernadine volunteered into her 90’s each Memorial Day weekend at the Harrison Cemetery accepting donations for its upkeep.

She would be honored for memorial donations to the Harrison Cemetery, c/o Gilbert Funeral Home, 209 N Emma, Christopher, IL 62822.

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