Bertha McGovern

Dunn, NC: Mrs. Bertha Augusta Chatman McGovern, age 88, died Tuesday at Johnson Better Care in Dunn. Mrs. McGovern was born April 25, 1927 in Lenoir County to the late Mack and Gennie Turnage Chatman.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Svendsen; daughters, Frieda Avery and Esther Tant; and son, Arne Svendsen.  Mrs. McGovern was a waitress in the restaurant business.  She is survived by daughter, Sandra Upchurch of Angier; and eight grandchildren; and thirteen great grandchildren. Arrangements by Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.roseandgraham.com.