Lisa René Bersot, 53, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Born in Georgetown, Kentucky on June 6, 1970, she was the daughter of James D. and Martha (Sebastian) Bersot.
Following her graduation from Scott County High School, Lisa earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and chemistry from Georgetown College and a Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was employed at Neogen Corporation, a biotechnology company, as a diagnostics sales and technical services manager.

From an early age, faith in God was central to Lisa's life. With strength, dignity, and grace, she embraced even the most challenging days. Known for her warm and engaging smile, kindness and empathy guided her relationships with others. She enjoyed caring for her beloved cat Speck, traveling internationally, preparing exquisite meals for family and friends, attending concerts, and spending time at her North Carolina home.

In addition to her parents, Lisa is survived by her sister, Heather Bersot of Charlotte, North Carolina; godmother Bonna Covington and her daughters Susan Sutherland and Renée Stakelin; and cherished uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Albert D. and Corinne (Pyles) Bersot; maternal grandparents Wick and Jennie (Turner) Sebastian; and godfather Earl Covington.

A gathering of friends and family will be 2 PM,followed by a memorial service at 3 PM, Saturday, August 26, 2023 at the Kentucky Horse Park. For detailed information and directions, please see https://www.joincake.com/memorial-pages/lisa-rene-bersot/ or contact the family at bersotfamily@gmail.com.

Mindful of Lisa's enduring spirit of generosity and in lieu of customary expressions of sympathy, please consider donating to Apostles Anglican Church in Lexington, 200 Colony Blvd., Lexington, Kentucky 40502, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Post Office Box 22324, New York, New York 10087, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.