Beth Anne Bergman
October 08, 1956 - January 04, 2024
Visitation: Saturday, January 6th from 10-11:30AM, Devlin Funeral Home of Cranberry, 2678 Rochester Rd,, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Service: Saturday, January 6th at 12PM, Devlin Funeral Home of Cranberry, 2678 Rochester Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
I’d like to believe that there are serendipitous moments in the universe, where the cosmic makeup of time and place align ever-so perfectly to create a magical, momentary spark that makes the world shine a little bit brighter than every other moment before, and quite likely, after. A spark that brings something into the lives of anyone to come across it, in this case, her – just that much brighter. In my case, I was fortunate enough to have spent 39 years with that spark, as my mother of all things…can’t make it up. An entire lifetime with a real-life superhero of sorts.
There’s a saying that stands out in my mind anytime I think of Beth, “How you do anything is how you do everything.” You’ve probably heard this before, but let me explain.
Beth Anne Bergman
October 8, 1956 – January 4, 2024
Beth Anne Bergman (Leone) passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was 67 years old, but squeezed every last ounce out of her life.
Beth was a woman of immense grace, grit, brilliance and beauty. She had a vivacious spirit and warm smile that lit up every room she entered. Her laughter was infectious; her kindness, unwavering. She mastered seemingly everything she set her mind to with passion, panache, and an intense attention to every detail. “How you do anything is how you do everything,” and she lived this daily.
Beth was born on October 8, 1956 in Pittsburgh, PA to Robert and Mary Anne (McGinty) Leone. She grew up in the Perrysville area and formed strong, lifelong bonds with her three brothers Bob (Jamie), William (Marny), and Michael (Karen). She attended Nativity Grade School, St. Benedict Academy, and Sewickley Valley Hospital School of Nursing. She was named Miss Hope Allegheny County in 1977, graduated at the top of her class and had a lifelong GPA of 4.0 (I didn’t believe it myself either, try living up to that). Again, “how you do anything is how you do everything.”
Beth lived life to the fullest even in the face of health challenges. She bravely overcame breast cancer in 1997 and recently battled peritoneal carcinomatosis for nearly four years when she was only expected to live 11-14 months (superhero).
Beth also found great joy and purpose in serving her local community and underprivileged children abroad through two surgical missions to Peru and Brazil with Surgicorps International.
Her nursing career spanned over 20 years at Passavant Hospital and in private practice. Beth later returned to school to earn advanced nursing degrees, including her BSN from La Roche University in 2001. She truly had a lifelong love of learning and received the University’s President Award for Leadership and Scholarship.
Beth loved life and all that it had to offer her and the people she cared about – traveling the world, appreciating art and culture, learning new skills from piano to languages, and spending quality time with her tight-knit family and wide circle of friends. She was as comfortable on the golf course (with four career holes-in-one) as she was volunteering for local charities and her children’s schools.
Her talents spanned from sculpting and interior design to mastering new technologies and academic coursework with ease. Beth graduated top of her nursing class (again), and continued learning new things every day – from painting techniques to paddle tennis strategies and everything in between. The word “can’t” did not exist for Beth. “How you do anything is how you do everything.”
While her professional accomplishments as a nurse were immense, Beth was most proud of the love she gave to and received from family and friends. She will be dearly missed by her beloved husband Jeff (44 years), sons Brock (Alexa), Brett (Kayla) and Beau (Rebecca); grandchildren Olivia, Bennett, Greta and August, and all those blessed to know her.
The world lost one of its brightest lights, but Beth’s memory will shine on eternally in the hearts of all those she touched with her wisdom, wit, and selfless spirit.
Our entire family would like to thank the numerous physicians and healthcare providers at Hillman Cancer Center, Shadyside Hospital, and Good Samaritan Hospice of Wexford. She loved and appreciated the tireless research, effort, and comfort you all provided her in her time of need.
In lieu of flowers, Beth requested any contributions be made to Hillman Cancer Center (www.upmchillman.com/donate), which helped prolong her life for which she was incredibly grateful.
We were so lucky to have known Beth and the Bergman boys while they attended Shadyside Academy. Our son, Jason and Beau played lacrosse together. As a captain’s mom Beth was meticulous with every detail related to the boy’s experience.
She was also a generous and devoted mom to all of our boys.
We send our love to the whole family and hope that the wonderful memories of your mom will carry you through these difficult times.
Pat & I send our love & prayers for your entire family. We are very sorry for your loss. Beth was so beautiful inside & out!
Maybe the Lord Bless you & keep you🙏❤️
It is my good fortune to be able to say that Beth was a very good friend of mine when we were younger. She was an incredibly gracious & kind person; thoughtful, loving, & deeply devoted to her family.
I know your family is hurting & devastated now, but your mom will always be with you in your hearts, your thoughts and actions.
Jeff and sons,
You all have my deepest and most sincere condolences…what a wonderful woman, and now an angel. May your grief be somewhat eased by the many glorious memories and the love in your hearts that will always remain. God Bless.
Dear Jeff & family,
Our thoughts and prayers for you and all your loved ones. Wishing you all as much peace, comfort and hope in time that our prayers will bring. Love, Maureen & Tony Veteri
Love,
Dear Bergman and Leone Families,
Beth and I were like sisters throughout Nativity grade school. We shared many fun times. Although we lost touch as life took us on our separate ways, I was incredibly blessed to connect with Beth again at our Nativity reunion. We hugged for what would be the final time at our school gathering last November. She was as beautiful as ever and loved her family. You will have a great void, but yet she will live on in all who have prayed hard for her these last four years. She taught us about true faith. And now we pray that she is at rest and enjoying perfect health with her Savior. May God’s comfort be with your family.
My deepest sympathy,
Judy (Kim) Martin
Beth was a beautiful person both inside & out. I admire her strength and courage during her illness. May she be rest in peace.
My deepest sympathy to the family
Such a beautiful soul. We were all truly blessed by her kindness and love. Take care of each other.
Love, Bill and Ann❣️
Out heartfelt condolences with love to Jeff and family.
Dear Bergman family,
We send our deepest condolences and love.
What words that were not already written could encapsulate such a life well lived by even a better person. To exude love, warmth, respect and compassion was effortless for Beth. She truly was and continues to be an angel within all people her presence graced.
Heaven just became a better place
Love Brent, Bea, Baden & Blue
Jeff & Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Beth was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. Her determination, kindness and her resolve through the challenges she faced was extraordinary.
Terri & Ned Sokoloff
My deepest sympathies. May your beautiful memories and love for Beth guide you through this journey 🙏
Since graduating high school, I have only seen Beth twice at class reunions and at both she was every bit as beautiful, spirited and kind as she was in high school. Despite her undeniable beauty, her intelligence and her accomplishments she always lacked any hint of self-involvement.
I am so sorry for your loss. It is immeasurable. How blessed you were to share in her life.
I met Beth when she and Jeff were first dating so many years ago .Our paths continued to cross as nurses at Passavant. I worked with her beautiful mother Maryanne and we spent many years as St Alphonsus parents .
Beth you were beautiful inside and out ! That smile and kindness could light up a room .Rest in peace pretty lady ,you will be missed but never forgotten ❤️
Please accept our deepest condolences on behalf of our company. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times.
Jeff
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as you navigate the loss of your beautiful Beth Anne. She was a kind and wonderful person who will be missed by her family and many friends.
With respect and in awe of Beth and her love of people and lifelong accomplishments and courage.
Wanda and Kevin Little
Dear Bergman family you have my thoughts and prayers at this time in the loss of your wife and mother
I had the pleasure of working with Beth at Passavant hospital.
She was a gentle spirit with a warm smile, she will be missed.
Lynn Appman
To the Bergman Family,
May God keep you all in the Palm of His hand as you lay Beth to rest. She fought the good fight with her whole heart and soul as she loved you all so very much. You all have a beautiful angel seated on your left shoulder, closest to your hearts. We are grieving from afar, but know Beth is finally at peace. Our deepest sympathy. Love, John & Terri
Jeff and Family
She is a beautiful Woman, Wife, Mom
May she always be in your Heart and Soul❣️ RIP
I don’t know if you remember me but I was one of Beth’s best friends at Nativity and St. Benedict’s . I really wanted to talk with you and meet your family. But there just wasn’t time or room to do so.
It was outstanding to see how many people’s lives Beth has touched in her too short life. My prayers are for your entire family. I’m sure there’s always going to be a huge gap in your lives as well as mine.
Jeff and the Bergman family:
Our sincere condolences. We will miss Beth and her beautiful smile and loving personality. During our younger days she helped tremendously with her life style guidance and with the development of our own children as our families grew up together. We will never forget her generosity that was shared with our growing children. Our kids are all grown now, Aimee has become a doctor, Christian an Engineer and Matt a Computer Engineer. I believe that both you (Jeff) and Beth aided in their overall development allowing us to share your life with us. We are in Vegas (Aimee’s Home) right now visiting with our 2 granddaughters for the holidays.
Our thoughts and prayers will be always with your family.
To the Leone/ Bergman families:
My condolences to your families. We went to school at the same time (Nativity, St. Benedict’s, and LaRoche) and worked together (Passavant). She truly was an angel of mercy. May she rest in peace.
Sending all our love and prayers your way. What a beautiful soul, inside and out. Praying you all find peace during this difficult time. Love to you all.
A beautiful tribute of a beautiful person. I golfed with Beth many times in Western events. She was always encouraging and kind. My deepest sympathies.
Jeff and family
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I will pray for you and Bergman family
Dear Jeff and family,
Today I’m praying for all of you during this time of grief. I’m also so grateful that Beth was in my life.
❤️Patty
Beth was a beautiful soul. Heaven just gained another angel. Prayers for your family.
Jeff, sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Jeff and the Bergman family:
Cindy and I send our sincere condolences. We will miss Beth and her beautiful smile and loving personality. We will never forget her generosity that was shared with our growing children during our younger days. Our kids are all grown now, Aimee has become a doctor, Christian an Engineer and Matt a Computer Engineer. I believe that both you (Jeff) and Beth aided in their overall development allowing us to share your life with us. We are in Vegas (Aimee’s Home) right now visiting with our 2 granddaughters for the holidays.
Our thoughts and prayers will be always with your family.
Chet and Cindy
My deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Beth at Passavant. She was a brilliant, beautiful person inside and out! All her patients adored her. Her comforting voice and smile would put them at ease. She will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sincere condolences to Jeff and family. The world lost a light.
Jeff and family-just read about Beth. It has been a long time but we are so sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with you. Ray and Kathy
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Such a beautiful soul. We were all truly blessed by her kindness and love. Take care of each other.
Love, Bill and Ann❣️
Both was the best of all time. Always kind to everyone.. Beautiful inside and out. I will miss her beautiful smile, laugh and most of all a unique grace that most people don’t have anymore or will never have. She had that!
Karen and Chuck Gerba
Dear Bergman family you have my thoughts and prayers at this time in the loss of your wife and mother
I had the pleasure of working with Beth at Passavant hospital.
She was a gentle spirit with a warm smile, she will be missed.
Lynn Appman
The entire Bills family is praying for you all during this time. We wish we could have met Beth…
May God bless you and your family!
For the Bergman family- As a life so well lived, Beth’s legacy will remain inside of each of you. Our prayers and condolences to all.
To the Bergman Family:
Beth was a beautiful lady in so many ways & along with Jeff they raised a fantastic family of boys. …most importantly she was a strong Christian woman who is now home with the Lord.
She loved her golf & there are not many who can say they own 4 holes – in – one !
I will pray for all the Bergmans.
Mark Bope
Jeff I am very sorry, you are in my thoughts.
What a beautiful picture of Beth and a PERFECT description of Beth’s qualities as a mom, wife, nurse, and loyal friend to so many of us….she will be missed, but at least her suffering is over…
I believe in angels and already know she will be watching over us all, ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love, Beth and Tom
Jeff and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I was in Beth’s company only a few times but I’ll always remember her smile and spirit. May she rest in peace. RON WINTER
Beth was a terrific person and wonderful wife and mother. She’s at peace now and will be watching over her family and friends from heaven
. May God bless her and your family. 🙏
Dear Bergman family,
‘Death ends a life, not a relationship.” – Mitch Albom
The unwavering relationship that all of you had with Beth throughout her journey has been unmeasurable. Her legacy of priceless memories will live in your hearts forever. A loving Angel entered the gates of Heaven & will be looking down at her loved ones with her beautiful smile.
What a Beautiful Woman inside and out. You were a true Warrior!!
God Bless your family and know how lucky they were to have you in their lives.
Blessings to your family.
The goodness that Beth showered upon all whom she encountered will be her eternal legacy.
Jeff,
Thoughts and Prayers are with you. She was a great lady who we can all use as an inspiration. She battled so many things with great courage.
God Bless,
Kent Payne
My condolences to Jeff, Bill and the entire Leone family on Beth’s passing.
May God comfort you at your time of grieving.
May Beth’s soul rest in peace!
God bless you all!
Bethann was not just the prettiest girl I ever met, but she was the most kindest, gentle, caregiving person I ever came in contact with. I’m sure God took her up as an angel and she’s right beside his side.
My deepest sympathy to Jeff and family!