BORN

1955

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Molthen-Bell & Son Funeral Home

700 Milwaukee Ave

South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Kay Bertrand Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 3, 2014.

Bertrand, Kay M. (Nee Bartelak)

Entered into Eternal Life at age 58. Daughter of June and the late Bob. Beloved wife of Russell. Cherished mother of Steph (Joe), Nick and Ben (Leigh). Devoted grandma of Colin, Evan and Conor. Dear sister of Tom, Bob and Larry. Further survived by other dear relatives and many loving friends.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 7, at 3 PM at DIVINE MERCY PARISH-800 Marquette Ave., So. Milwaukee. Memorial Visitation will be held from 1 PM, until the time of Mass. Interment Private.

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February 25, 2019

Friend

Patty Robinson

Its hard to believe how long youve been gone. Your warm, infectious smile always lit up the room! You are missed, you are remembered. Love. Never. Ends.❤

February 25, 2019

Friend

Lori Weinhold

Kay I miss you so much. Your friendship meant the world to me. I know you are smiling upon us. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Love you.

March 13, 2014

Denise Abston

As a member of the Association of Legal Administrators, we were all saddened to hear of Kay's passing. We pray that your family will find comfort through your memories. May God bless each of you.

March 7, 2014

Amy Pilsner-Carr

Kay was a wonderful person with a beautiful soul, who lived life to the fullest and touched everyone she met. She had a smile and a laugh that brightened your day. She will be missed dearly.
I will carry you with me and I will see you again.

March 7, 2014

Amber Medina

I am so sorry for your loss. I am sad to say, that I knew Kay mostly through the stories Ben and Leigh told me, and I say sad, because she sounded like an amazing mother, grandmother and wife, and I wish I could have known her better. I DO know Ben and Leigh well, and if they are a testament to what a wonderful woman you were, then you have left the most loving and wonderful legacy one can leave. I wish you all comfort and support as you go through this difficult time, and I feel heartbroken that such a wonderful family has to endure this. Please know we are sending all of our love and hope your way, and that you are not alone. Much love and God Bless-Amber, John and Mira Medina

March 7, 2014

Tracey Reams

I am so sorry for your family's tragic loss!

You did a wonderful job of selecting photos that showed Kay's spirit.

She will be missed by so many people, including all of us from WALA. Your family will remain in my prayers.

March 7, 2014

Russ Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this sudden loss of one so loved.

Dave & Cheryl Bougie

March 7, 2014

This was a terrible tragedy for a lovely, happy, caring, kind and fun-loving person and the family she loved. I love the photos of her with the butterfly because they capture her wonder at such things! She worked fiercely for the Gutglass Firm and was a peaceful island for me there.

March 6, 2014

DONNA ARCISZEWSKI

RUSS, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. VIEWING YOUR PHOTOS, SHOWS A FAMILY WITH PROFOUND LOVE AND RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER. STRONG MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST FOREVER. MY PRAYERS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. DONNA (JOHNSON)ARCISZEWSKI

March 6, 2014

Bob and Janis Cada

God bless each of you during this difficult time.

March 6, 2014

Naomi Beyers

My deepest sympathy for your sudden loss. May your memories of Kay make you smile during this sad time.

March 6, 2014

Monica Hansen

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Kay's death. I got to know her through WALA and even though I didn't know her well I always thought highly of her and when I think of her I see her smiling face. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends.

March 6, 2014

Toomas Mitt

I am terribly sad for the loss of this strong and beautiful soul. I first knew her as a client but quickly grew to know her as a friend. Her standards were high and she kept me on my toes. She will be sorely missed. My heartfelt sympathies go out to her whole family.

March 6, 2014

Russ She will be missed by all of us
Tim & Tina Moureau

March 6, 2014

Lori Mijokovic

Tommy and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister at such an early age. You have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Life is so unfair sometimes...Your Friend, Lori

March 6, 2014

Stacy & Mark Wilson

Nick, Colin and Evan (the secret weapon),
We are so sorry to have heard about the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. You and the boys are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. We will miss seeing your Mom/Grandma in the cheering section at the baseball games. All our Love!

March 6, 2014

Sandy Zeckel

May you find peace and solace in the wonderful memories you hold dear. My deepest sympathies...

March 5, 2014

Russ and family, I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers. Kay was such a sweet lady and I didn't know her all that well but she left a wonderful impression and she was so nice to me. My deepest sympathy.
Amanda Suchy and family.

March 5, 2014

Sue Street

Ben and family, my sincerest condolences on your loss. Your mom was obviously well loved and will be missed by many. Those are the memories to cherish and hold on to during these difficult times. Your family is in my prayers.

March 5, 2014

Robert & Jean Kozelek

Russ & Family, words can not express how deeply saddemed we are for your loss. If ever there was a couple MADLY in love with one another it is Russ & Kay. As I sit here and reflect over the 40+ years we've known you as a couple I can't help but see your smiling face and hearing your one of a kind laughter. You will be truly missed.

March 5, 2014

Samantha Mandella

I'm so sorry for your loss. Although it was many years ago, I will never forget how great it was working with Kay. Your family is in my prayers.

March 5, 2014

Mike Ostrenga

Russ
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Bonnie and I will keep Kay, you, and your family in our prayers
Mike Ostrenga

March 5, 2014

Sandy Schmitt

So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I got to know Kay through WALA. She was a beautiful person whose presence will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

March 5, 2014

Jess Beyer

My sincere condolences to Kay's family. She will be missed in the legal community.

May her friends and family find solace in their fond memories of Kay.
Jessica Beyer (Former WALA Member)
The Schroeder Group, S.C., Attorneys at Law

March 5, 2014

Dear Russ, You and yours are in our prayers. Wish that there was more that we could do. This is as tragic a loss as I've ever seen. Now that we're in our 70's, we're seeing more departures, of course. They however are part of the normal life span experience. After being able to reacquaint ourselves thru your photo gallery, the tragedy overwhelms. Again, God bless you all and we'll see you Fri. Bob & Karen Ninnemann

March 5, 2014

Donna Freichels

Nick,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Freichels and the Cudahy-St. Francis Little Baseball Association Board of Directors.

March 5, 2014

Nick, So sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in our prayers. Anything you need please don't hesitate.

The Spring Family

March 5, 2014

Dear Russ, Steph, Nick and Ben, please know of our love, prayers and support during this time of your tragic loss. Kay was the light of goodness, humor and tremendous respect for the people in her life and she will be greatly missed. To this day I can remember her smile, her great laugh and her genuine care for others.
My mass and prayers today are offered for each of you with the hope of some healing and peace.
f. Tom Trepanier

March 5, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

Rick/Chris Kluth

March 5, 2014

Lori Stahl

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

March 5, 2014

Patty & Jim Robinson & family

Dear Russ, Stephanie, Nick, Ben & family ~ Our tears and prayers join with those of many, many others who are shocked and stunned at Kay's sudden passing. We are so sorry. Our hearts grieve with you.
Kay truly brightened any room when she entered. Her twinkly eyes, her warm smile, her cheerful & welcoming presence left a memorable impression. Truly lived her life as if the glass was always full, not just half full.
She loved with a full and loyal heart. Isaiah described Jesus as "a man of sorrows, well acquainted with grief." May His tender arms hold you close. May God's promise that "Love Is Stronger Than Death" give you courage and strength. With our prayers and love for each of you, Patty & Jim and the Robinson family.

March 5, 2014

To Russ & family,,from myself & everyone at Final Approach, Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you, Should you need anything, please don't hesitate to call. Suzy Rodriguez

March 4, 2014

Laura Bellesbach

My heart breaks for your whole family. Praying for your family

March 4, 2014

James Gutglass

To Kay's family, Our lives at our law firm were deeply enriched by having Kay as our office manager over the years. She will forever be missed and her memory treasured. She has been instrumental to our success and every employee was positively affected by her wonderful personality, work ethic and her friendship. We send our sincere condolences to Russ and his family from our entire work family at Gutglass, Erickson,Bonville and Larson.

March 4, 2014

Russ and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
John and Pat (Klarkowski) Van Deurzen

March 4, 2014

Debra Pope

Kay was such a lively - energetic - generous - happy spirit! I feel blessed to have known her and worked with her. The love she had for her family was obvious to all who knew her. Always remember how much she loved you and pass that on. All my sympathies are with you . . .

Blessings to you -

March 4, 2014

Rebecca Farr

Kay will always remain in my heart. She was a hard working person who tried to be fair to everyone. She will forever be missed. My prayers go out to her family and friends.

March 4, 2014

Janet Roberts

The flame of her spirit will burn forever in those who knew her.

March 4, 2014

Mary Ann Jones

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Hold tight to the memories and trust that she is still with you in spirit.
Love and God Bless
Mary Ann Jones (Nowaczynski)

March 4, 2014

John & Charlene Adler

Can't begin to express our deep sympany to you Russ and your family. What a bright spirit Kay was. So full of life and happiness. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our prayers go out to you.

March 4, 2014

John Adler

Posted by John Adler

March 4, 2014

In loving memory of such a beautiful lady. Kay you may not be here in person, but you are here in our hearts. I will forever be grateful that I had the chance to be friends with you. You are a loving and caring person and have a very special family. Thank you Kay for being you and Thank you for being such a great and wonderful friend. I will miss you, but you will always hold a special place in my heart. My prayers are with your faimily and I will be there for them in anyway that I can. Love you Kay!!!

March 4, 2014

Jason and Christine Rumpel

We are sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

March 3, 2014

Chet & Carol Nowaczynski

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 3, 2014

Stephanie Mikoliczak

Love will light the way.

March 3, 2014

Adam Nowaczynski

In memory of a such a beautiful lady, a wonderful & fun-loving, Mother, Wife, Grandmother, Neighbor, & Friend. Anyone who has been touched by Kay's life is better for having known her and for the spirit of "Kay" that will live on forever! With our condolences to all.
The Nowaczynski Family

March 3, 2014

Roberta Montague

My deepest sympathies to Kay's family. I knew Kay thru WALA and she always had a kind word and smiling face for everyone. I will miss her.

March 3, 2014

Kay Bertrand

The trips we have taken the memories we have shared. Your smile your distinctive laughter fills the air. We are grateful for the times we have shared, May your time away from us here on earth fill you with the love you given to all of us! Love and miss you Scoot & Carla Streich

Posted by Kay Bertrand

March 3, 2014

Roe WiersGalla

Kay will be truly missed as a WALA colleague and friend. My condolences to all.
Roe WiersGalla
Warshafsky Law Firm

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800 Marquette Ave., South Milwaukee, WI

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