Worcester - Janet C. (Grimes) Bernier, 78, passed away peacefully as she slept, Monday, September 5, 2011 under the care of Neuro Rehab Center in Worcester after a long illness.
She is survived by her sister , Polly Wambsgam of Louisiana; her children, Judeth Fitch, Steven Bernier, and Andrew Bernier; and grandchildren, Keith, Jessica, Andrea, and Jeremy Fitch as well extended family. She now joins her sisters, Ann Dorsey, Peggy Knight, and Charlene Williams, whom have already passed.
Janet was born in Altoona, PA on August 18, 1933, one of five daughters to Charles and Dorothy (Eckenrode) Grimes. She moved to Massachusetts after marrying David Bernier, whose death preceded hers on May 1, 2000. She worked for 25 years for Umass, a job which she loved.
Janet was quick-witted, kind, and friendly. She will be terribly missed by all who knew her.
Services will be held at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln St, Worcester on Friday, September 9th. Calling hours will be held from 4-6 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 6 p.m. For directions and on-line guestbook, please click link below.