Judith A. Berberich

Judith Ann (Profozich) Berberich August 9, 1939 - September 6, 2026 Judith Ann (Profozich) Berberich, 87, of Shaler, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at her home on September 6, 2026. She was born on August 9, 1939, in Etna, Pennsylvania. Judith was preceded in death by her parents: Joseph and Anna (Bedenikovich) Profozich; her husband of 36 years: Burnett Berberich, her brothers: Robert Prof, William Profozich, and Kenny Profozich; and her nephew: Steven Profozich. Judith, or Jude, as she was called by friends and family, grew up in Etna and attended St Mary's Catholic School in Sharpsburg, where she graduated in 1957. Jude and Burnett (Snoopy) were married in 1966 and built their home in Shaler, where they lived their entire lives. She loved the Steelers and was an extremely passionate fan; there was a lot of cheering and yelling during games. She was a crossword puzzle enthusiast and loved to debate on various topics. On days when the weather was nice, she could be found on her patio with her dog, Sammy; it was her happy place. She enjoyed conversations with friends over coffee and gatherings with family for dinner and celebrations. Jude loved being involved with her nieces and nephews as they grew up. They have fond memories of summers spent at her house, riding bikes on the cul-de-sac, running through the sprinkler, playing with the neighborhood kids, putting on plays, parades, and carnivals. She was a constant support in their lives. She made the best Hungarian goulash, nut bread, and apple strudel and instilled the value of family dinners. She also spent years supporting charities, especially those that cared for animals. Jude is survived by her brothers: Richard (Piotr) Profozich, and Russell Profozich, her sister-in-law: Donna Lee Richey, her nieces and nephews: Joseph Profozich, Bryan Glaize, William Burroway, Charles Burroway, Michael Burroway, Michelle (Burroway) Gedeon (Paul), Heather (Burroway) Williamson (Ken Wyant), and Tara (Burroway) Wagner (Rich), her great nieces and nephews: Chucky Burroway, Bradley Burroway, Aaron Burroway, Zachory Williamson, Dakota Williamson (Morgan Switzer), Isabella Wagner, Olivia Wagner, Jessica Sanderson and Haisley VI. She was lovingly known as "Granny" to Alex, Aubrey, and Andrew Gedeon. She embraced the role wholeheartedly, and being their Granny brought her immense joy. Jude will be memorialized via a private service on October 4, 2026, followed by a celebration of her life. In memory of Jude's love for animals, the family asks that donations be made to Hope Haven Animal Sanctuary, 2506 Wexford Bayne Road, Sewickley, PA 15143, or www.hopehavenfarm.org Professional services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com.