Bertha died suddenly on 29 November 2015 while on a visit to Halifax. Bertha was born in Brigus on 3 January 1931, the daughter of Israel and Frances (Roberts) Barrett. She was predeceased by her first husband James Howard Pike (1994) and her brother Leslie M. Barrett. Bertha is survived by her second husband George H. Powell, her daughter Barbara B. Pike, two sons Howard L. Pike (Bonnie) and James F. Pike (Margaret); two stepsons G. Edward Powell (Beverly) and John P. Powell (Anna). Adored grandchildren Andrew (Alison) Pike, Lauren (Chris) Bailey, Alison (Darren) Dunne, Lesley Pike, Katie Pike, and precious great-granddaughter, Phoebe. Also step-grandchildren Graeme (Catherine) Powell, Andrea, Maria, Joshua, Allison, and step-great-grandson Michael. Bertha graduated from the Grace Hospital School of Nursing in 1951. Her working life was primarily in school and public health nursing. Bertha completed her nursing career at the Janeway Children's Hospital, retiring in December 1988. In addition to her own volunteer activities, Bertha played a vital role in the activities of her husbands Jim and George. Bertha was active in Church and community activities throughout her working career. Following her retirement Bertha devoted more time to volunteer activities - A SERVANT OF ALL. Relatives and friends may visit the family at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Friday, December 4th, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 5th, 2015 at 2 p.m. from St. Thomas Anglican Church. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Emmaus House, The Gathering Place or a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com.

"Well done, good and faithful servant"
-Matthew 25:21(a)