Bernice Steadman Bernice Steadman in 1995 Born Bernice Trimble July 9, 1925[1] Rudyard, Michigan Died March 18, 2015(2015-03-18) (aged 89) Traverse City, Michigan Nationality United States Education Flint Central High School Known for One of the Mercury 13 Spouse(s) Robert Steadman Relatives Ray Whipple Awards Member of Michigan Women's Hall of Fame