M. Kathryn Berckman

Melvin Village-Myrtle Kathryn (Wood) Berckman, 84 of Center Cove Rd. died Nov 8 at Wolfeboro Bay Center.   Kathryn was born in Marion, IN January 30, 1932 daughter to the late Lawrence and Ruby May (Harvey) Wood. She lived in Sudbury, MA for many years and worked for Commercial Union Insurance.   Kathryn and her husband retired to Melvin Village 20 years ago and spent there summers here and winters in Seminole, FL.  She enjoyed sailing, cooking, nature and loved animals.  She was also a very good seamstress.   Survivors include her husband Francis Berckman of Melvin Village, 2 daughters Elaine Gibson of Melvin Village, Diane Gallimore of Pembroke, MA a brother Elmo Wood of Florida, 3 grandchildren Laura, Jane, Hayley and 2 great grandchildren Mason and Kathryn.   A Memorial Service will be held in the spring.