Laura Bernfield

May 11, 1962 – April 13, 2023

Laura Joann (McClain) Bernfield peacefully transitioned into the arms of her Savior at home on April 13, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family. Laura was born in Fort Richardson, Alaska, on May 11, 1962, to Hosea & Sylvia (Foege) McClain. On December 30, 1979, Laura married “her man,” Jeffrey Lee Bernfield at Oak Grove Christian Church. Their marriage was a 43-year journey of true and genuine love.

Laura gave birth to a son, Hosea Robert on August 14, 1980, and a daughter, Jessica Susanne on February 28, 1982. Laura was also a mother to Jeff’s two older sons, Mark Anthony and Jeffrey Lloyd. Laura loved her family immensely, including her parents, siblings, 16 nieces and nephews and 8 grandchildren. She enjoyed hosting family gatherings for holidays in her barn and organized “Mamaw Camp” each summer for her grandchildren where she traveled with, taught and made many cherished memories.

Laura graduated from Delphi Community High School in 1980, Ivy Tech’s Nursing program in 1994 and received her BSN in Nursing from IUPUI-Kokomo in 2006. Upon receiving her RN degree, she worked as a labor & delivery nurse at White County Memorial for several years, followed by over 25 years teaching Health Science Career students at North White and Twin Lakes High School. Laura adored her students and found tremendous joy guiding younger generations to achieve their career goals and serve their community in the fields of healthcare and nursing.

Laura was a member of Oak Grove Christian Church for over 40 years and served as the church’s pastor from 2020-2022. In her younger years she was the Bible School teacher for the preschool children, teaching and leading them in songs for the congregation, and helped organize and prepare countless chili suppers, meals and dinners.

Laura “never met a stranger" and embodied a spirit of selfless generosity and unconditional love. She will continue to be deeply missed by her family, friends and community.

 Gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at 6:00 p.m., in the Twin Lakes High School Auxiliary Gym (where Mrs. B. held her Annual Blood Drives) 300 S. Third Street, Monticello, Indiana 47960

Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Twin Lakes High School Auxiliary Gym (where Mrs. B. held her Annual Blood Drives) 300 S. Third Street, Monticello, Indiana 47960 with Rev Lynn Kreiger and Rev. Rick Abbott Officiating.

A Tribute Service will be conducted by the Nurse Honor Guard at 6:00 p.m. followed by the Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, May 6, 2023 in the Twin Lakes High School Auxiliary Gymnasium.

Memorials may be given to the Twin Lakes Education Foundation C/O Laura Bernfield Scholarship Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Twin Lakes High School the day of the services, or they can be mailed to Miller - Roscka Funeral Home 6368 E.US 24, Monticello, IN 47960 C/O Bernfield Memorial Fund

Laura is survived by her by her, Husband, Jeffrey Lee Bernfield of Monticello, Indiana; Sons, Mark Anthony Bernfield of Monticello, Indiana, Jeffrey Lloyd (wife, Robin) Bernfield of Danville, Indiana, and Hosea Robert (wife, Renee) Bernfield of Monticello, Indiana; Stepmother, Deirdre “Dee” McClain of Delphi, Indiana; Siblings, Matthew (wife, Lisa) McClain of Logansport, Indiana, Barbara (husband, Brett) Rickels of Delphi, Indiana, Bud (wife Melissa) Smart of Delphi, Indiana, and Dawn (husband, Rick) Haan of West Lafayette, Indiana; Grandchildren, Michael Bernfield, Hailey Bernfield, Jessica Bernfield, Harrison Bernfield, Isaiah Bernfield, Jerica Bernfield, Kaeleb Bernfield, and Kenedi Bernfield; Sister-in-Law, Bonnie Waters of Monticello, Indiana; Best Friend, Tracy (husband Ron) Ginn of Camden, Indiana.

Laura was preceded in death by her, Daughter, Jessica Susanne Bernfield; Parents, Sylvia Lee Foege McClain Ehasz and Hosea Robert McClain; Siblings, Sherril McClain and Linda (surviving husband, John) Triggol.

Miller - Roscka Funeral Home is honored to assist the family in Celebrating Laura's Life Journeys.