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Ronald Bernhard

May 19, 1945 - January 19, 2019
Visitation
Location Not Available
Wednesday 1/23, 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Service
Location Not Available
Wednesday 1/23, 5:00 pm
Union Cemetery-Theresa
Theresa, Dodge County, Wisconsin, USA
Theresa, WI 53091
(920) 885-6600 |
Thursday 1/24, 10:00 am

Ronald Bernhard, 73, of the Town of Lomira, passed away on Saturday evening, January 19, 2019, with his family by his side. Ron was born on May 19, 1945, in Beaver Dam, to Carl and Gladys (Werner) Bernhard. He was a graduate of Lomira High School. On June 14, 1969, Ron was united in marriage to Karen Zedler at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Town of Lomira.Ron was a self-employed carpenter/contractor. He took great pride in his workmanship and in all the projects he did. In his retirement, he enjoyed spending time meticulously taking care of his lawn and helping out at his son’s candy store, and visiting with customers. He had a strong faith in God and was an active member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Theresa, where he served many terms on the Church Council. His hobbies included snowmobiling, dirt-track stock car racing, and playing Sheepshead with friends and family. He was a founding member of the Theresa Pioneer Snowmobile Club, past-president and board member of the Dodge County Snowmobile Association, the Union Cemetery Board, and loved volunteering for the Theresa Lion’s Tractor Pull. He loved taking rides, Sunday visits with family, and helping wherever he could in his community.Ron is survived by his wife, Karen; two sons, Mike (Tammy) of Lomira, Joel, Town of Lomira; two grandchildren, Samantha and Sabrina Bernhard; two brothers, Robert (Carol) Bernhard of Theresa, Chuck (Marlene) Bernhard of Theresa; two sisters, Karen Schwenk of Milwaukee, Sarah Bernhard of West Bend; foster brother, Victor Lucas of Lomira; sisters and brothers-in-law, 19 nieces and nephews, other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Angela, his parents, Carl and Gladys Bernhard, and his brother-in-law, Ron Schwenk. The visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 23rd from 2:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Theresa. The funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. at church with the Rev. Jon Learman officiating. Burial will take on Thursday, January 24th at 10 a.m. at the Union Cemetery in Theresa.

Visitation
Location Not Available
Wednesday 1/23, 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Service
Location Not Available
Wednesday 1/23, 5:00 pm
Union Cemetery-Theresa
Theresa, Dodge County, Wisconsin, USA
Theresa, WI 53091
(920) 885-6600 | Map
Thursday 1/24, 10:00 am

Ronald Bernhard, 73, of the Town of Lomira, passed away on Saturday evening, January 19, 2019, with his family by his side. Ron was born on May 19, 1945, in Beaver Dam, to Carl and Gladys (Werner) Bernhard. He was a graduate of Lomira High School. On June 14, 1969, Ron was united in marriageContinue Reading

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dennis bodden left a message on January 23, 2019:

Sympathies to Karen, Mike, Joel and the entire Bernhard family. Weather is not cooperating for us to extend our support in person.
Dennis and Mary Jo Bodden

Ken & Diane Majerus left a message on January 23, 2019:

Karen & family;
Thinking of you at this difficult time. May God be your comfort and strength with the days to come.

Wade and Dahlia Werner left a message on January 22, 2019:

So sorry for your loss. We are unable to get off work and we're sorry we will miss you all Wednesday.

Al and Shannon Kamenski left a message on January 22, 2019:

Joel we are so sad to hear of your father's passing. We will miss the great conversations and visits with him at your shop. He was a kind and wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Denise & Ron Rusch left a message on January 22, 2019:

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you all.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Peggy Majerus left a message on January 22, 2019:

Sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and father, our prayers are with all of you.

Our sympathy,
Joe and Peggy Majerus

Cory Koehn left a message on January 22, 2019:
Susie & Don Deutschmann left a message on January 22, 2019:

Aunt Karen and family...may the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ surround you and comfort you all. I will cherish memories of Uncle Ron and smile knowing he enjoying eternal rest with his Savior. John 14:1-3 Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.

Kathy Schwenk left a message on January 22, 2019:

My deepest sympathy for your loss. I remember when Ron and Mike worked on my dad's house in Milwaukee. When the heart is grieving, God comes near. . . to bring his comfort, to catch every tear. Memories live in our hears forever.

Bonnie Sherfy left a message on January 21, 2019:

Karen and family, So sorry to hear about Ron's passing. Glad we got to see him at the reunion. Because of the bad weather coming tomorrow and Wednesday I don't think we will be able to attend the visitation or funeral. Our prayers will be with you and Ron's brothers and sisters. Will send a memorial.

John and Judy Marsden left a message on January 21, 2019:

Please accept our condolences. We always enjoyed having Ron do carpentry work for us. He did excellent work and was very trustworthy. We always felt he gave us his best and we enjoyed having him and Mike at our home. He will be missed!

Lois Erdmann left a message on January 21, 2019:

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you at this difficult time and be your source of strength in the years to come. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Elton and Phyllis Zuehlke left a message on January 21, 2019:

So very sorry to hear that Ron has past away. May our Lord and Savior give you comfort and strength during this sad time.

Debbie and Bruce Klintworth left a message on January 21, 2019:

Our heartfelt sympathy to all Ron's Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers

Christine Brandt left a message on January 21, 2019:

Karen and Family,
I remember you both fondly. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for comfort and peace for all of you.
Christine Sampson Brandt

Barb Zingsheim left a message on January 21, 2019:

So sorry for your loss. Many fun times were had snowmobiling. Thoughts and prayers to all.

Dan & Marily Fink left a message on January 21, 2019:

RIP Ron prayers for the family.

Jerry And Peggy Stefan left a message on January 21, 2019:

May the Love of God be with ALL of the Bernhard family during this difficult time. Hugs to all Fromm Jerry and Peggy Stefan.

Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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