Ellen "Nell" S. Berger

Ellen “Nell” Berger, born in Patton, Pennsylvania on March 11, 1933, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025 at age 92.

Daughter of the late Jerome “Jay” and Elizabeth Sheehan. Also preceded in death by her siblings Timothy, Howard, Jerome, and Eileen.

Nell attended St. Mary’s Parochial School in Patton, Patton High School, and Robert Morris Business School before going on to become the Administrative Assistant at Allegheny International.

She is a widow of the late John “Jack” Berger, long time Public Relations director for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was appointed by Branch Ricky, the general manager.

Nell is survived by her three sons; John from Shadyside, Michael (Leslie) from Oakmont, and Dan (Maura) from Wexford; her seven grandchildren, Nicholas (Allie), Matt (Amanda), Caitlyn (Dalton), John, Ronan, Maryellen, and Jiley; and one great grandchild, John “Jack” Berger. 

She enjoyed reading, music and loved the game of baseball. She also enjoyed her home life in Squirrel Hill, Regent Square, and Oakmont.

Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 5-8 PM at English Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10:30 AM at Holy Family Parish - St. Irenaeus Church, 387 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Interment is private & will take place at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable contribution to the charity of your choice.

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