IMPORTANT NOTICE:As Bert's publisher and friend, I regret to inform you that Bert crossed over to the other side Sat. Sept. 3, 2011. Her Obituary is posted below this message to give you additional information about Bert and her family. I will be sure that Bert's work continues and that her beautiful book, "The Free Bird Flies: Choosing Life After Loss" - will continue to be available to anyone seeking Bert's invaluable wisdom on 'Choosing Life' after the loss of a loved one. For those of us who knew and loved Bert, we must now put to use the advice she so lovingly taught us, without the physical presence of our beloved Bert.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
If I can do anything for anyone regarding books or other information related to Bert's incredible work, please feel free to contact me - either by email at voyagespressinc@gmail.com - or by phone at 706-869-8999.
Yours truly,
Angie Epting Morris, publisher
Voyages Press, Inc.
Visit Bert's web page about her book to hear a beautiful audio message about choosing life after loss. Also, download of copy of valuable advice from Bert: "When Silence Really is Golden"
(Things to say or not to say) - Go to www.thefreebirdflies.com
Bertie McCoy Fife December 13, 1951 - September 3, 2011
Bert McCoy Fife, 59, crossed over to the other side on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011, while surrounded by her family at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice, due to Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Born on Dec. 13, 1951, she was a resident of Baton Rouge and native of Zachary. Preceded in death by her parents, Charles C. McCoy and Winnie Boyte McCoy; and beloved son, Phillip Fife. Survived by her sister, Charlene Smith, of Zachary; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Jamie Williams Rosado and Jon Rosado, of Mason, Ohio, Stephanie Tregre Arboneaux and Benji Arboneaux, of Prairieville, and Vivienne Fife, of Greenwich, Conn.; son, Tyler Fife, of Gonzales; grandchildren, Emily and Julia Rosado, Treg and Drew Arboneaux; and significant other, Donald Bozeman. A graduate of Zachary High School and Loyola University, Bert was president of Bert Fife & Associates for 19 years before becoming a speaker, life coach and author of "The Free Bird Flies: Choosing Life After Loss." She received numerous business awards, including Outstanding Business Woman in Louisiana from the Department of Economic Development, and a Lifetime Achievement Award for her leadership in the in-store event marketing industry. Additionally, Bert was the first woman president of the 50-plus-year-old New Orleans Grocery Manufacturers Representative Association. She served on the board of the Baton Rouge Battered Women's Shelter and was active in the Women's Council of Greater Baton Rouge and the National Speakers Association. Visitation at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, on Sunday, Sept. 11, from noon until a celebration of life memorial at 2 p.m. The free bird has flown. She wants us all to live our lives from love, not loss. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The CJD Foundation, P.O. Box 5312, Akron, OH 44334, or www.cjdfoundation.org.
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My intention is to connect with you in ways that enhance your personal and professional life despite loss, challenges, and change. Let me know what you'd like more of, ask questions that make our experience meaningful and impactful. We're adding information all the time. I only ask that you stay connected. Corporate leaders and Coaching clients describe Bert Fife She is known for many outstanding accomplishments - both in business and in life. Her recently published inspirational and hope-filled book is helping people all over the country. A must read for anyone who has lost a loved one. Click on Book Cover to visit the "Order Page". "When planning a meeting that is results oriented, fun, fact-filled, and focused on your message......Think Bert Fife." Bert's inspiring, informative, and insightful keynotes are on topics that everyone wants to hear about, but often these are topics that no one wants to talk about: < Managing Your Grief If you want to learn how to cook, you learn from someone who knows their way around the kitchen. If you want to know how to manage grief, you listen to someone who is doing it. As the author of a beautifully written and recently released book, The Free Bird Flies: Choosing Life after Loss, Bert shares a unique journey of hope and healing for those who have lost loved ones and those who want to support them. < Embracing the B Word(No, not that word.) It's the word that can make a real difference in your life, one that is inherent in your ability to really shine. You've always had it, yet maybe never knew it. The great thing about it is that once you know it, you won't want to go back. Women's groups everywhere are enjoying this compelling keynote & asking for more. Call to discuss other customized options at 225-281-3008 or email her at bert@bertfife.com
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Former CEO Bert Fife led a company from Zero to $5M annual sales within five years. Every company is different yet some things are consistently challenging. Let her help you move your company into the fast lane. Call to assess possibilities 225-281-3008.
As a personal coach, Bert Fife can help you achieve your personal best according to your wishes and dreams based upon your unique position at this moment in your life. No one is quite like you, so why would your path be like everyone elses? You are "Brilliant" exactly like you are......discover how. Maybe you are now in the spotlight and need help handling the opportunity. Respond according to your strengths. Learn them and use them. Bert Fife Consulting and Coaching - (Call 706-869-8999 for information)
