CHATMAN, BERTHA J.   Bertha Jean Chatman was born January 29, 1934, to the late Julia and Percy Martin in Pittsburgh, PA.  She was the eldest child of eight children.  She was known by her friends as Bert.  She departed this life quietly and peacefully in her home on Saturday, May 16, 2015.  She attended high school in Pittsburgh.  Bertha continued her education and dedicated her life to the nursing profession helping numerous people throughout her 35 year career at the South Side Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.  She was known to all as a kind, giving and hard working woman who dedicated her life to helping others.  Her love for God allowed her to live a long life of 81 years.  Bertha was acknowledged and loved by all.  Bertha met the love of her life Eugene Chatman.  They married in 1960.  Bertha leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Eugene; one child, Kimberly Chatman-Babers; two brothers, David and Calib, both of Pittsburgh, PA; two grandchildren, Corey and Timera; two great-grandchildren, Marcia and Cortez; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members and many life long friends.  Bertha will truly be missed.  Arrangements by JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD.  www.gmiterfuneralhome.com

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