Edward Walton Berndt

1929 - 2012

Edward Walton Berndt obituary, 1929-2012, Cary, NC

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Edward Berndt Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 22, 2012.

Edward Walton Berndt, 83, died October 21, 2012 at the Woodland Terrace Assisted Living facility in Cary, NC.

Edward was born in Chicago, IL and moved to Milwaukee, WI with his family at a young age. He graduated from Rufus King High School, and received a degree in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After serving honorably in the United States Army, Edward worked as a chemist at the S.C. Johnson and Son Company in Racine, WI. He then attended the University of Minnesota where he received a Ph.D. in organic chemistry.

Edward later worked at Dr. Salsbury's Laboratories in Charles City, IA, Corning Laboratories in Cedar Falls, IA, and Lakeway/Bofors Nobel Chemicals in Muskegon, MI. He was a longtime resident of Coopersville, MI, where he enjoyed fishing, swimming, and travelling. Edward was an avid gardener and took great pride in his vegetable and flower gardens and fruit trees.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Edward W. and Eunice M. (Clutts) Berndt.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Bertha; brothers, Glenn and his wife, Barbara, John and his wife, Jeanne; sister, Barbara Briscoe and her husband, James; and many nieces and nephews.

A private memorial service will be held at the Hospice of Wake County chapel. Burial will be in St. Joseph's cemetery in East Pleasant Plain, IA, at a later date.

Edward's family would like to thank the Woodland Terrace staff, Dr. Crane and Rex Oncology, and Hospice of Wake County for their compassionate care during his illness.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael's Catholic Church, 17151- 88th Ave, Coopersville, MI 49404, or Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.

Condolences may be made through www.brownwynnecary.com

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November 5, 2012

Heidi Payne

Bertha, I am so sad to read your letter and hear that Ed has passed. I have so many fond memories of my special Muskegon neighbors. Ed always had a great sense of humor-- often at Bernetta's expense! I am glad we have reconnected these past several months and will write you soon. Sending you thoughts, prayers & hugs from Michigan.

October 30, 2012

Cindy Loss

May you rest in peace Uncle Ed. My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time. Aunt Bertha, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Cindy Berndt Loss

October 30, 2012

May you rest in peace Uncle Ed. My heart goes out to the rest of the family during this difficult time. Aunt Bertha, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Cindy Berndt Loss

October 28, 2012

Lisa Lawson

To the family of Mr. Ed,
It is an honor and a privelage to have work with a kind and humble man. Even in the later days of his illness he did not complain or show signs of pain. He will be remembered as a man who truly loved his wife very much. He would look out for her even while being ill. May God bless and keep each of you and Mrs. Berndt we love you.

October 27, 2012

Lois Kuehn

Dear Family of Edward Berndt,
So sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He was so faithful in always responding to our Reunion invitations. May peace and good memories be with you.
The'47 RKHS Reunion Committee

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