Berta Geraldine Morin was born on December 25, 1930, in Parnell-Worth County, Missouri, to Paul and Sybil (Carroll) Morin. She was the sixth of eleven siblings and grew up nurturing the bonds that made her large family so close-knit. From an early age, she exemplified humility, dedication, and a profound love for those around her.
Berta first met Kenneth Quick at the roller-skating rink in Grant City, sparking a courtship that would change their lives. Following her graduation from Grant City High School in 1950, the two were married on August 21 of that year in Bethany, Missouri, beginning a union that would span over 70 remarkable years. Together, they settled on a farm in Redding, Iowa, where they raised their four sons: Danny Dayle (1951), William Paul (1955), Jeffrey Carl (1961), and Marvin Bruce (1965). The farm became not only the foundation of their family’s life but also a place filled with cherished memories that brought them closer together.
Berta’s unmatched hospitality and welcoming nature were hallmarks of her life. Her home became a haven of warmth and kindness, where all who entered felt truly valued and at peace. On countless occasions, her home opened its doors at just the right moment, creating a space filled with love, comfort, and unforgettable memories.
Her kitchen was the heart of her home, where Berta’s legendary meals brought family and friends together. From her fried chicken and hot rolls to homemade noodles and chocolate cake, every dish she prepared was a testament to her love and thoughtfulness. These meals created memories that linger far beyond their flavors.
She had a gift for turning simple tasks into moments of connection—family and friends gathered on the porch and front lawn, snapping green beans, shucking corn, and sharing lively conversation. These everyday moments were more than chores; they were a celebration of life, of togetherness. She found joy in passing down the lessons of hard work, teaching not just life skills but the beauty of patience, gratitude, and the rewards of a job well done. Whether preserving the harvest for the seasons ahead or sharing food with others, Berta understood that work was not just about necessity, but about fostering bonds and leaving behind a legacy of care.
Family was Berta’s greatest joy and pride. She found boundless happiness in helping to raise her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, treasuring every moment she spent with them. Her nurturing spirit was a constant across generations, and her eyes would light up with joy whenever a baby or child was near. Children were instinctively drawn to her, finding comfort and love in her gentle presence.
Professionally, she extended this same spirit of service as a nurse’s aide at Ringgold County Hospital from 1968 to 1981 followed by 12 years as a home health aide for Public Health, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives through her compassion and dedication.
To those fortunate enough to know her, Berta was a beacon of light—an angel on earth who radiated compassion and saw the good in everyone. On April 11, 2025, surrounded by family, she gained her wings, leaving behind a legacy of love, humility, and generosity that will inspire all who knew her.
Her family and loved ones will honor her memory with deep gratitude, striving to emulate her grace, kindness, and selfless spirit.
She is reunited with family and friends preceding her in death: husband Kenneth Quick and son Bill; parents Paul and Sybil Morin, brothers Billy Morin, Ed (Mary) Morin, Tom (Shirley) Morin, Ronnie (Dorothy) Morin, Don Morin, sisters Bess (Calvin) Pickering, Jean Tandy; parents-in-law Carl and Fern Quick; in-laws Harold (June) Quick, Freddy Kingdon, and Chon Morin.
Left to cherish her memory are sons Dan (Kathy), Jeff (Rhonda), Bruce (Kris); daughter-in-law Ginny Quick; siblings Charles (Bonnie) Morin, Helen Kingdon, James Morin; sisters-in-laws Bev Morin, Karen Quick; grandchildren Rebecca (Cliff) Smith and sons Bryson and Kaden; Brian (Abby) Quick and son Josh; Carrie (Wiley) Main and sons Louden and Calvin; Alison (Berkley) Davidson and son Hayden; Colton (Amelia) Quick and sons Jaxon and Cooper, Austin (Cacey) Quick and daughters Elena and Aislee, Morgan Quick and Ashton (Bryson Raney) Quick; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and
friends.
Rest in peace, dear Berta. You truly were an angel on earth.
Visitation will be held at Armstrong Funeral Home in Mount Ayr, Iowa on Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm with services beginning 11:00 am Friday, April 18 at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Redding Cemetery. Memorials are to the Redding Cemetery.
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