Obituary

Mary A. Berkes, 93, of Avilla died Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne.

She was born August 19, 1927 in Elkhart Township, Noble County to Frank and Veda (Lindsey) Franks.

She married Howard L. Berkes on June 3, 1950 in Albion. He preceded her in death April, 2009.

Mrs. Berkes had worked as a janitor for many years at the Noble County Court House in Albion.

Mary was a member of the United Methodist Church.

Surviving are a daughter, Beth Helsel of Ohio; a son, Blake "Duke" (Lisa) Berkes of Indiana; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Blaine Berkes; a son-in-law, Bert Helsel; five sisters; and a brother.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Burial of Mary and Howard's ashes will take place in Sweet Cemetery near Albion.

Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville is assisting the family with arrangements.

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