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Bertha Perry Ronalds
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Bertha Constance Perry
November 27, 1874 |
| Died | February 3, 1963 (aged 88) San Mateo, California, U.S.
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| Spouse(s) |
Pierre Lorillard Ronalds Jr.
(m. 1895; died 1928) |
| Parent(s) | William Alfred Perry Emma Constance Frink |
| Relatives | William Haggin Perry (nephew) Fanny Ronalds (mother-in-law) |
Bertha Constance Perry Ronalds (born November 27, 1874 – died February 3, 1963) was an American woman known for her kindness and social life during the Gilded Age. The Gilded Age was a time in American history (roughly 1870-1900) when there was a lot of economic growth and many people became very wealthy.
Early Life and Family
Bertha was born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 27, 1874. Her parents were William Alfred Perry and Emma Constance (née Frink) Perry. She had a brother named Henry Pierrepont Perry.
Her father, William Alfred Perry, went to Columbia College. He was involved in making steam pumps. Bertha's family had a famous ancestor, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. He was known as a hero for his actions in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
Life in Society
In 1892, Bertha and her mother were listed in "The Four Hundred". This was a list made by Ward McAllister of what he considered New York's most important families. The number 400 was chosen because that's how many people could fit into Mrs. Astor's grand ballroom. Bertha was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. This group is for women who are direct descendants of people who helped in the American Revolutionary War.
Bertha's mother-in-law, Fanny Ronalds, was well-known in society. She was friends with important people like Empress Eugénie of France, Queen Victoria of England, and Queen Alexandra.
Helping Others
Bertha Ronalds was a generous person who often helped charities without seeking attention. She supported many good causes, including the San Mateo Home for Retarded Children and Adults.
Personal Life
On June 26, 1895, Bertha married Pierre Lorillard Ronalds Jr. Their wedding took place in Bay Ridge on Long Island. Pierre worked as a hardware fixtures manufacturer. His family was also well-known, as his great-grandfather was Pierre Lorillard II, a famous tobacco businessman.
Pierre died in February 1928. Bertha inherited most of his large estate. After living in Paris for some time, Bertha returned to the U.S. She owned a ranch in Oregon where she raised different types of horses, including Tennessee walking horses, Arabians, and Shetland ponies. This ranch later became a "Guest ranch," which is a place where visitors can stay and experience ranch life.
For the last twenty-six years of her life, Bertha lived in San Mateo, California. She passed away at her home on February 3, 1963. Bertha Ronalds was buried at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park in Colma, California.
