Alberta L. Beery

1918-2013

Alberta L. Beery, 94, St. Joseph, Missouri died Friday, April 19, 2013, at a local healthcare facility. She was born June 29, 1918, to Henry and Louisa Berkemeier in St. Joseph, Missouri. Alberta married Arthur Wilson Beery on September 19, 1942. He preceded her in death on April 11, 1988. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Alberta was also preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Edward Berkemeier and Louis Berkemeier. Survivors: nephews, James Berkemeier, Francis Berkemeier, and William Berkemeier; and nieces, Helen King and Karen Landers. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel, Mount Olivet Cemetery. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends 9:00 to 9:30 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel. Parish Rosary 9:30 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel. Friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.