Bertha Psencik

Bertha Eleanor Psencik, age 99, of West, passed away Tuesday evening, July 22, 2025 at Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco.

A rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel, followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbott, with Rev. Ed Karasek as celebrant, assisted by Rev. Thomas Jones and Deacon Terry Timmons. Burial will follow at Fatima Cemetery near Abbott.

Bertha was born November 25, 1925 in Cistern, the daughter of Joe and Martha (Quitta) Otahal. She attended schools in Cistern and Flatonia. Throughout her life, Bertha exemplified strength, warmth, and a love for family that left an indelible mark on all who knew her. On September 5, 1949, Bertha became a beloved wife when she married Ernest "Bo" Psencik in Smithville. Their union was filled with deep love and mutual respect until Bo's passing on June 7, 2003. Together, they built a family that thrived in the spirit of togetherness and gratitude. A lifelong member of the Catholic faith, Bertha's dedication to her community shone brightly as she actively participated in St. Mary's Church of the Assumption in West and previously at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Hillsboro. Her faith guided her as she taught religion classes and celebrated the love of God within her family. Bertha was known for her nourishing spirit, and her kitchen was often filled with the delightful aromas of her cooking, cherished by her family. She also enjoyed sewing and crocheting, creating beautiful pieces, such as Christmas tree skirts and baby booties that will forever encapsulate the warmth of her hands. Above all, Bertha treasured the moments spent with her family, turning ordinary days into memories that will last a lifetime.

Bertha is also preceded in death by her parents; son, Paul Psencik; son-in-law, Reggie Whalen; brothers, Louis Otahal, Fred Otahal, Ivan Otahal, and Joe Otahal; and sisters, Mary Ball, Zita Huebel, and Susie Novak.

Survivors include her beloved children, Martha Ann Whalen of Waco, Ernie Psencik and wife Kathy of Georgetown, Mark Psencik and wife Cindy of Abbott, and Susan Stone and husband Kendall of West; grandchildren, Wendy Ellis and husband Daniel, Weldon Whalen and wife Alyson, Whitney Carter and husband Brent, Kari Quick and husband Justin, Clay Psencik, Douglas Psencik and wife Haley, Katie Holcomb and husband Michael, Grace Carpenter and husband Carter, and Samuel Stone and wife Kristin; great grandchildren, Bo, Callie, Sidney, Joseph, Annie, Kenzi, Mattie, Emily, Miles, Elliot, Dayton, Nora, Ellie, Molly, Claire, Kacey, and Andrew on-the-way; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.Pallbearers are Weldon Whalen, Clay Psencik, Douglas Psencik, Samuel Stone, Daniel Ellis, Justin Quick, Brent Carter, Michael Holcomb, and Carter Carpenter.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Isaiah 117 House for Foster Children or the charity of your choice.