Family/Spouse: GREGORY, Brian. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

James E. Berthot, 67, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at home on July 27, 2018 while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late John Berthot and Patricia (Kelly) Winkworth.
Jim was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls. He attended local schools and graduated from Bishop Duffy High School. Afterwards he attended Erie County Community College where he earned his AAS Opticianry Degree. Jim served in the Army National Guard until his honorable discharge in 1976. He worked as an optician locally for many years, most recently at the Walmart Vision Center retiring in 2015. Jim was a longtime active member of the former Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Niagara Falls where he served as a lector, Eucharistic Minister, choir member and Catholic Charities volunteer. Jim was a passionate Beatles fan and lifelong Los Angeles Dodgers fan. He was also an avid Buffalo Bills, Sabres and NASCAR fan. Above all, Jim will be remembered as a man of the people who was well liked, fun loving, respected and loved by all who knew him.
James was predeceased by his beloved wife and Pretty Girl of 47 years Mary Jane (Bennis) Berthot on January 28, 2018. He is survived by his children, Paul Berthot, Jill Berthot, and Angela (Brian) Gregory, two granddaughters, his brothers and sisters, Janet (Jesse) Berthot Price, Mark Berthot, Bruce (Marcia) Winkworth, Kelly Winkworth and Kevin (Virginia) Winkworth as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be Monday from 4 8 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday July 31st at 9:30 A.M. at St. Mary of The Cataract Church, 259 4th Street, Niagara Falls, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart, Love and Soul Soup Kitchen, 939 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

James married BENNIS, Mary Jane on 27 Jun 1970 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Mary (daughter of BENNIS, Joseph F and JINOSKI, Mary) died on 28 Jan 2018. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Mary Jane (Bennis) Berthot, 67, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 28th, 2018 at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Jinoski) Bennis.

Mary Jane was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, graduating from Madonna High School in 1968. In 1971, she graduated from Gowanda State Hospital School of Nursing. Mary Jane was employed as a nurse for several local physicians in the Niagara Falls area until her retirement to care for her husband. She had a true passion for the Christmas traditions of decorating, gift giving and getting together with family and friends. Mary Jane also enjoyed summers by the pool, gatherings, parties, and dances with family and friends.

In addition to the love of her life and husband of 47 years, James ‘Jim’ Berthot, Mary Jane is survived by her children, Paul Berthot, Jill Berthot, and Angela (Brian) Gregory, her two granddaughters, her sisters, Stephanie Bennis, Joni Bennis, and Francine Bennis as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 1st from 4 – 7 P.M. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 A.M. in St. Mary’s of The Cataract Church, 259 4th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Madonna High School Class of 1968 or to Heart, Love and Soul Soup Kitchen, 939 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14305. 

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Niagara Gazette - 2/14/1970

Army Capt. Joseph F. Bennis (Ret.)
and Mrs. Bennis, 1288 89th St., announce
the engagement of their daughter, Miss
Mary Jane Bennis, to James E. Berthot,
son of John B. Berthot, 2743 Welch Ave.,
and Mrs. Bruce Winkworth, 436 67 th St.
Miss Bennis is a 1968 graduate of
Madonna High School and attends
Gowanda State Hospital School of Nursing.
Mr. Berthot, a High graduate of Bishop
Duffy High School, attends Erie Community
CoUegs.
A June 27 wedding is planned.

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 7/1/1970

MR. AND. MRS. JAMES E. BERTHOT
will make their new home in Fifth Street
upon returning from a wedding trip to Rhode
Island.
The former Miss Mary Jane Bennis and
Mr. Berthot exchanged marriage vows Saturday
(June 27, 1970) in a noon double ring
ceremony at Prince of Peace Church. The
Rey. Paul R. Letourneau officiated.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Bennis, 4286 89th
St., are. parents'of the bride. The bridegroom
is the son of Mrs. Patricia Winkworth, 436
67th St., and John B. Berthot, 2743 Welch
Ave. * * *
GIVEN IN MARRIAGE by her father, the
bcide was attired in a gown of white satin
and organza accented with Venise lace. The
gown, which the bride made, was fashioned
with a high crown collar, empire waist, bishop
sleeves and chapel length train. A band of
flowers with ribbon streamers secured her
veil and she carried a prayer book adorned
with a corsage of roses, baby's breath and
lavender daisies.
Miss Stephanie J. Bennis, maid of honor,
wore a gown of lavender dotted-Swisa with
empire waist and short puffed sleeves.
Lavender and purple streamers accented the
waistline and_ floral headpiece of lavender
and purple flowers. She carried lavender
daisies and baby's breath. Miss Jonl Bennis
and Miss Francine Bennis, bridesmaids, wore
Similar gowns of violet Their headpieces were
purple, pink and white flowers with lavender
and purple streamers. The attendants' gowns
were made ' by Miss Stephanie Bennis and
Miss Joni Bennis.
* ° »
WALTER DEAN was best man and Robert
Niesen and Mark Berthot were ushers.
A reception was held at the Elk's Lodge
after the ceremony.
The bridegroom is an optician employed
at George Optical.

John married KELLY, Patricia M in Feb 1949 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Patricia (daughter of KELLY, Earl and COONEY, Evelyn) died on 27 Aug 2017 in Spencerport, Monroe County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Patricia M. Winkworth, formerly of 67th Street, died August 27, 2017 in Spencerport, NY. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. Patricia is predeceased by her parents, Earl and Evelyn (Cooney) Kelly; and her husband, Bruce V. Winkworth, Sr.
Patricia retired from New York State Parks and enjoyed her last position as an information specialist. She loved singing, music, traveling, reading and doing the daily crossword puzzle. Patricia's favorite activity was spending time with family and friends, and is best known for her great hugs and contagious laugh.
Patricia is survived by her children, James (Mary Jane) Berthot of Niagara Falls, NY, Janet (Jessie) Price of Huntsville, AL, Mark Berthot of Youngstown, OH, Bruce (Marsha Botelho) Winkworth of Punxsutawney, PA, Kelly Winkworth of North Chili, NY, and Kevin (Ginny) Winkworth of Youngstown, NY; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; four sisters; one brother; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Winkworth generously donated her body to the University of Buffalo Anatomical Gift Program. The family will celebrate Patricia's life privately.
In lieu of flowers, her children ask friends and family to consider making a donation to a charity of their choice in her name.

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 2/23/1949

FEBRUARY BRIDE-The former
Miss Patricia Kelly, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Kelly,
whose marriage to- Mr, John B.
Berthot, son of Mr. John Berthot,
was solemnized at Sacred Heart
church. The Rev. Francis Swarts
officiated at the ceremony.

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 8/13/1948

Mr. and Mrs. Earl Kelly, Linwood
avenue, announce the engagement
of their daughter. Patricia
Mae, to Mr. John B. Berthot, Syracuse,
son of Mr. John A. Berthot,
Linwood avenue, this city.

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 2/12/1949

The marriage of Miss Patricia
Kelly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Earl Kelly, to Mr. John B. Berthot,
son of Mr. John A. Berthot, was
solemnised at Sacred' Heart church
Saturday morning. The Rev.
Francis Swarts officiated at the
ceremony.
The couple exchanged marriage
vows at the altar, which was decorated
with tall vases, of gladioli
and fern.
The bride, who was given in mar-
riage by her father, wore a gown
of ivory satin, fashioned with an
illusion neckline and fitted bodice
and long fitted sleeves. The full
skirt, with a bustle back effect,
fell into a cathedral length train.
A crown of orange blossoms held
her veil of illusion. She carried a
bouquet of white roses. Miss Betty
Hindel, the bride's only attendant,
was maid of honor.
Pvt. Donald Berthot, .Quantico,
Va., was his brother's best man.
The wedding breakfast was served
at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
William Mellan. A reception was
held from 2 until 6 pan. at the
home of the bride's parents.
For traveling the bride wore a
green . suit with pink accessories.
After a brief wedding trip Mr. and
Mrs.Berthot will reside In Michigan
avenue.

Joseph + JINOSKI, Mary. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Niagara Gazette - 1/18/1958

Jack A. Berthot, 80, of 1330
Linwood Ave., a long-time resident
of this city, died Friday (Jan. 17,
1958) at.his home after a short
illness.-
Born in Germantown, Pa., Mr.
Beprhot had lived in this city for
51 years. For 25 years he was a
foreman at the National Carbon
Co., retiring. 14 years ago.
He was a member of, the Old
Timers Club of the National Carbon
Co. and the Holy Name
Society of Sacred Heart Church.
Surviyors include seven sons,
Edward P.. Joseph F., Jerry H„
John B. and Richard. C. Berthot,
all of" this city; Earl H. Berthot,
Seattle, Wash., and Donald. A.
Berthot, serving with the Marine
Corps at Barstow, Calif.; three
daughters, Mrs. William C, Wheeler,
Mrs; Ralph Blaine and Miss
Leona M. Berthot, all'of this city.
,Also four sisters and a brother,
Mrs. Amos Sirgey, and Miss Stella
Berthot, this city; Mrs. Joseph,
McDermott, Mrs. Regina Spangler
and Urban Berthot,. of Clearfield,
Pa.; 17 grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at
9 a.m. Tuesday at the Redanz
Funeral Home and at 9:30 at
Sacred Heart Church. Burial will
be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

John + Eva. Eva was born about 1884 in PA; died on 31 Jul 1942 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Earl + COONEY, Evelyn. Evelyn and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]