Bernice N. Liss

December 18, 1917 - February 7, 2010

Bernice N. Liss nee Brooks, age 92, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at St. Anthony Nursing Home Hospice in Crown Point, IN. She is survived by her children: Larry Carolyn Liss of Florida, Sue Ellen James Garibbo Liss of Oregon, Tom Kathy Liss of Crown Point, IN, and Jim Lisa Liss of Oregon; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and special friends, Lou and Peg O'Drobinak. She was preceded in death by her husband: Raymond and brother: George Brooks. Funeral prayers will be said on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 11:15 AM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre NOTE: NEW LOCATION-2 blocks east of Broadway at 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 Noon at St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 E. Joliet St., Crown Point, IN, with Fr. Dennet Jung officiating. Interment at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville, IN. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre. Mrs. Liss was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Crown Point and belonged to the St. Anthony Hospital Auxiliary. She was a member of PSI IOTA XI Sorority and was a longtime member of Youche Country Club. Bernice along with her husband, Raymond, owned and operated Liss Body Shop in Crown Point for over 40 years. Memorial donations may be given to St. Mary Catholic Church or The Crown Point Community Foundation, 213 S. Court St., Crown Point, IN 46307. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section on the obituary page at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. For information call 219-663-2500.

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Our deepest condolences for the passing of Bernice. I will always remember her during our Christmas celebrations. We miss you all. Patti and Bud

Tom, Kathy and family: Sorry to hear about Bernice's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Tom and Brenda Finnerty

Tom and family, As a little guy growing up across Wells St. from you, I remember your Mom as the sweetest lady on the block-nice memories. I spoke to my parents in Florida and you are in their thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Jon Jollief

Tom, Larry, Sue, Jim and all the Liss family, We were saddened to hear about your mom. Mrs. Liss was a very gracious lady. Please accept our sympathy. The Liss family, and in particular Mr. and Mrs. Liss, were, and have been, active in their church and community. Because of that involvement, many people will have pleasant memories of Mrs. Liss. Dave and Cathy Allison

Larry, Sue, Tom and Jim, On behalf of the Halfman family, please accept our condolences. I always enjoyed seeing your Mom, most of the time at the home of the red head referred to in an earlier note. She was upbeat and feisty and a great example of how one draws together family and friends for a lifetime. I consider myself a very fortunate person having had the benefit of such an an influence in my life. She will be missed greatly. Marty, Tim, Greg and Sara Halfman and Families

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Tom and Kathy, I was very saddened to hear of Bernice's passing. I think she was a true gem. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Tom and Cathy, Please accept our condolences on the passing of Bernice;she was a wonderful lady whom we will remember as always having a smile on her face. I have fond memories of her at the basketball games when you and Jim were playing. Sincerely, Dick and Myrene Gordon

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You have my most heartfelt sympathy.

Tom and Kathy,Corey, Andy, Victoria Sympathy to you all and Larry, Sue, and Jim. Peggy

Larry, Sue, Tom and Jim, Please accept the White family's most sincere condolences. The respect and love we all shared for your mom was the result of the many shared memories and the positive role model/example she always set regardless of the circumstances. She was Old School in the very most complimentary sense and I will never forget or take for granted the numerous courtesies she extended to me over the years. We all will miss her immensely. Bruce, Beth, Dean, Barbara, Cindy, Chris, Craig and families

I haven't seen Bernice in years but always remember her from shopping in Luke's. She always had a smile on her face and was so nice. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I know she will be missed greatly.

Carol & I wish to offer our condolences in your loss. I have known Bernice all my life and she was one of the finest ladies I have ever known. My last memories of this fine lady was when I saw her at our 50 year class reunion picnic at Youche Country Club. Our heart goes out to the family seeing as how we experienced this some time ago.

Larry, Sue, Tom & Jim, We were saddended by the passing of your Mom, who was like a Mom to us. She welcomed Ernie into your home when he made his first visit to CP in 1965 and welcomed us including Elena after she was born many times after that. We will miss her and that connection that has existed between our families since 1953! Our spirits will always be connected--that much we know. Know we are thinking about all of you and sending love. Dennis, Ernie & Elena

Larry, Sue, Tom, and Jim, We were so sorry to hear that your mom passed away. It is like losing a second mom for me. What wonderful memories I have of the times our families spent together. The four of them are now up in heaven together having a ball, and I am sure causing all sorts of trouble. I'll bet your mom and the red head are at each other already. It is definitely the passing of a very special generation. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much Love, Kim, Bruce, Jeff and Bryan

I'm sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sue & Larry

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.