Bertha Louise “Momo” Bond, 98, of Bryan, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, September 20, 2018. Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, September 25, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Center in Bryan. The rosary will be recited at 7:00pm. A Funeral Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 26, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers of Bryan College Station.
Louise was born February 6, 1920 in Brazos County, Texas, to William and Amelia Berger. She has lived in Bryan for her lifetime and has been a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan since its founding. Louise positively impacted many students throughout her 33-year career for BISD as a teacher assistant.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Earl Bond; parents; brothers, Henry, Walter, Bill, and Milton Berger; sister, Helen Butler; great grandchild, Dillon Frieda; and son-in-law, Danny Dick.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law; Earl and Gayle Bond, Gearld and Jamie Bond; daughters, Martha Bond, and Charlotte Dick; grandchildren, Michael and Lucinda Frieda, Mitchell and Jennifer Frieda, Doug Bond, Travis Bond, Cody and Sarah Dick, Jodie Bond, Ash and Britney Bond, Andrew Bond, Bless and David Stennis; sixteen great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Traditions Health Care and nurses Melanie Stehle, Tonya Dees, and Susan Foster.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Traditions Hospice.
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Bertha. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort through the loving and happy memories that you share and those that you keep close to your hearts. May you also look to our loving Heavenly Father, the GOD of all comfort, to provide what you need at this very sad time. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4, Psalms 83:18). He promises us that very soon, “He will wipe every tear from our eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:3,4, Isaiah 33:24. He also promises us that there will be a resurrection of our loved ones that we have lost in death, and they will have the opportunity to live forever in perfect health in Paradise right here on earth. (John 5:28,29, Psalms 37:10,11). What wonderful promises! Can you imagine a time on earth when there will be no more sickness, pain or death? May all of God’s promises give you a measure of comfort, peace, hope and strength. I personally found very comforting information on jw.org. when I experienced the loss of my parents and siblings.
I’ve only met “Momo” in person on 4 or 5 occasions, but each time she made me feel like family. She had a love for people as big as Texas and she absolutely radiated joy! It was an honor to know her.
I know our gracious Lord said, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been trustworthy….enter into the joy of your master.”
Our hearts go out to the entire Bond family.
With love and sympathy,
Hal & Cindy Mollenkopf
Martha and Earl,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet mother. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. She was a lovely woman and a faithful servant to her Church.
Sincere condolences to the entire Bond family. Louise, as I knew her, was a great friend to my Mother (Gloria Kocurek), and we had many wonderful interactions with she and Francis and their children. Thoughts and prayers for all as you celebrate a life well lived!
Aunt Louise, will miss you always. Love, Debbie
Momo was awesome. She will be missed. Her smile was always large and her hugs were great. Her kids, and their kids, were very lucky to have her. Momo’s time here greatly benefited anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. A grand dame and a sweet lady. My aunt and an inspiration.
Philip and Catherine Bond
There are no words to express how much I will miss this wonderful lady…. She has always been incredibly special to me and to my family. My heart is heavy for her family and for all of us that had the pleasure of having her in our lives. Rest In Peace MoMo
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Louise. She was absolutely one of my favorite long time
patients. I love her and her entire family. I know she will be missed by so many. It was an absolute pleasure to see every 4 months in the dental office. She always said if I’m still here, I will be at your office. My prayers and sympathies are with all of you.
Love, Carol
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Our Dear Mrs. Bond. You loved the students and they loved you back. You took such good care of our girls when they were at Ross. They insisted on inviting you to their weddings, and we all enjoyed seeing you. Our sympathies to your whole family. She enjoyed such a long life, Rest In Peace Mrs. Bond. Gene & Pat Harrison, Paul & Pam Harrison, Charles & Melissa Sodolak.
I’m sorry to hear the passing of MoMo she will forever be remembered for the good times we had working at Sam Houston Elementary…