Joan L. Berdiner, 96
June 16, 2024
On Sunday June 16th, 2024, Joan L. Berdiner, 96, passed away surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born to George and Sara (Davidson) Campbell in Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County PA. She was married for 70 wonderful years to Paul Berdiner who passed away in 2015.
During the 1950s and 60’s Joan worked as a geriatric nurse and came to recognize the need for a different type of care that was not available to seniors at that time. So, in 1970 she and Paul opened Brereton Manor Personal Care Home in Manor Twp. They continued to operate the home for the next forty years where they offered the elderly a safe loving community while providing daily assistance and care. It was always important to Joan that Brereton Manor felt warm and welcoming to all that entered the home.
Joan and Paul were active members of Grace United Methodist Church since 1968. Joan served on many committees, especially the Mission Thrift Shop where she could spend time with her church friends and meet new friends while serving the community.
Perhaps the greatest legacy that Joan leaves is that of being a caring loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. She is survived by her children Joan A Segro, Lititz, Raymond Berdiner, Flagler Beach, FL, George Berdiner (Cathy), Millersville and Boni Zeigler, Manor Twp.
Grandchildren, Steve Segro, Matt Segro, Lisa (Jeff) Peters, Paul Berdiner, Tim Berdiner, Sara and Shanna Berdiner and Scott and Jon Zeigler.
Great Grandchildren, Colin, Cole and Quinn Peters, Gabe, Evie, Callie Segro, Chase, and Laine Berdiner.
We also would like to thank the staff and residents of Oakleaf Manor South for their kindness and care during mom’s time with them.
Our Mother was a loving, kind welcoming person and will be in our hearts forever.
Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Millersville Community Church, 163 W. Frederick St, Millersville, PA 17551. Interment to follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Family and friends will be received from 6-8PM on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St, Millersville, PA 17551 and again from 10-11AM at the church on Monday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joan’s memory may be made to the church at the above address.
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June 21, 2024
To the Family of dear Joan,
My sister, Kathleen Diehl, worked with Joan at Brereton Manor as her Nurse, and kept her remembrance in her heart until her own departure for ‘Home’ in 2022. Through Kathy, I learned that this sweet woman was more than a working associate to Kathy, but rather a friend throughout their lives on this earth. May the Lord Jesus Christ be your comfort and strength throughout these days of mourning, and beyond. My heartfelt sympathy to you all on this great loss to your family.
Maureen (McEvoy)
June 21, 2024
So very to hear of Joan’s passing. May God comfort your family during this time of mourning.
Marilyn Hobday
June 20, 2024
My deepest sympathy to the Berdiner family. What a loving, giving, and caring life she gave to so many. She is surely with the Lord. She was a shining example of what God wants his children to be. Rest now, in comfort and peace, Mrs. Berdiner.
Cynthia Heistand
June 20, 2024
My condolences to you and your family. I didn’t know your mother but I know she was a wonderful person.❤️
susie graybill
June 20, 2024
Dear Ray & Family, my deepest sympathies for your immeasurable loss. Your love for your mother was evident to us all. May you be comforted in knowing your beloved mother is now in the arms of Jesus. I know you will forever cherish her memory and honor the wonderful legacy she has gifted you and your family. 🌱🌹Julie Diener
June 20, 2024
So sorry for your families loss. Joan was an amazing kind hearted lady. It was a pleasure to have known her for all these years. RIP Joan☹️♥️♥️ Love, Renee Reinhart
June 20, 2024
Such a pleasure knowing you & caring for you, Joan. You were so very easy to love and will be greatly missed. Condolences to her blessed family from all of us at Oak Leaf Manor South.
