(nee Bober) Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church Tuesday, February 4, 2020.
Beloved wife of 44 years to the late Gerald Bernds; loving mother of Christine (Jeff) Pasternak, Amy (Curt) Jenkerson and Melanie (Scott) Bernds-Smith; cherished Nana of Madison, Julie, Carter and Rachel; dearest sister of Mary Bober; dear cousin and friend to many.
Rita was a teacher at Bishop DuBourg High School. She was a graduate of Rosati-Kain and Fontbonne University. Member of Seven Holy Founders since 1975.
SERVICES: Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Rd., Monday, February 10, 9:15 AM to Seven Holy Founders Church for 9:30 AM mass. Interment J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bishop DuBourg High School. Visitation Sunday, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.