Bernadette Thersa Wanlin's Obituary
WANLIN, BERNADETTE (MCCORMICK) Bernadette (McCormick) Wanlin Aug. 20, 1913 – May 21, 2006 Resident of El Cerrito Resident of El Cerrito for 52 years, Bernie Wanlin passed away after a recurrence of breast cancer. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Ray Wanlin, an El Cerrito fireman for 25 years. Beloved mother of Julie Freitas, Phillip Wanlin and Jerry Wanlin. Loving grandmother of Janine Farias, Lisa Freitas, Corrine Scofield, Theresa Henderson, Matthew Wanlin and Rick Wanlin. Great-grandmother of Scott & Robert Scofield, Joey Vasquez, David Freitas, Nicholas Farias, Beth, Alexis, Jessica Henderson and Julia & Adam Wanlin. Sister of Joseph McCormick, Aunt to Cathy Louden and Roberta Head. Worked in the insurance business until 78 years of age. Member of St. John’s Ladies Aid Society of El Cerrito, and a wonderful baker. Bernie will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Memorial service, Tuesday, May 30, 7 p.m., Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Ave., Oakland.
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