1995
2016
Bret Lawrence Berent, 21, of Harvard, Passed away in his home on Thursday, December 1, 2016. He was born to Larry and Susan (Baum) Berent on March 5th, 1995 in Barrington.
Bret got his first dirt bike at the age of five which began his lifelong love of riding and the "Need For Speed". He started racing motocross at 6 years old.
Bret graduated from Marengo High School in 2013. After high school, Bret worked at what he loved, surrounded by motorcycles and dirt bikes.
His favorite saying was: "Calm down Fool"!
He loved fast cars, riding his motorcycle, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and snowboarding. Some of the best memories his family and friends have of Bret is riding together. Bret loved animals especially his wiener dogs Midget and Bruce.
Bret is survived by his father, Larry; his mother, Susan; and sister, Laine. Bret is also survived by his grandmothers, Ellen & Pat; and many uncles, aunts and cousins.
Visitation 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday, December 9, 2016 at The Orchard Evangelical Free Church, 20911 Ratfield Road, Marengo. Visitation will continue from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at the church. Interment will take place at Marengo City Cemetery. Online condolences may be submitted at www.marengo-unionfuneralhome.com
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December 10, 2016
Nancy Sobon
Larry, I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing
May God wrap his arms around you and your family and give you strength during this difficult time and days ahead
December 9, 2016
George Liebert
Dear Cousins,
To lose a child is every parent's worst nightmare. It must leave a void impossible to fill.
For Bret to have left the table so soon, with so much of life's promise and possibility untasted is bitter fruit indeed.
My family and I mourn your loss. May your memories of Bret, and the love of your family give you strength and courage to face the days to come.
Yours in peace,
George Liebert and family
December 7, 2016
We are so terribly saddened by the loss of Bret. We know this is a crushing blow for all of the Berent family. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you.
Larry and Allison - we love you and are here for you always.
Love, Mario and Kris
December 6, 2016
Judy Wright
Dear Sue and Laine, I am so sorry to hear of Bret's passing. I am sending you hugs and prayers to help you through this.
December 6, 2016
Aunt Barb
Bret Berent this family will never be the same! We will miss you and will always love you!!! Until we meet again...
December 5, 2016
Nancy Von Bergen
Susan and Laine,
I was so saddened to hear the news of Bret's passing. Words cannot express my deep and heartfelt sympathy to you at this time. Please know that you are both in my thoughts and I will continue to pray that you be surrounded by God's love and peace during this profound loss of a beloved son and brother. May all the memories that you shared together as a family help to console you, for they will always remain as cherished moments forever.
December 5, 2016
Sherry
Sue and everyone Our condolences,thoughts & prayers are with you all. We can not even image the range of emotions. We can image the love.
December 5, 2016
Marianne Gizzi
Dear Sue,
I am so so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family.
December 4, 2016
December 4, 2016
Wendy and Brooke Kueking
Our hearts and prayers go out to Bret's family in this difficult time. It was truly a blessing to have known Bret and to have him in my home. He was a truly loving, gentle, respectful and kind young man. I will miss him coming through my door to visit, to eat dinners with us and his big, overwhelming hugs he always had at the ready. Leave the night light on for us Bret. We love you....
December 4, 2016
Shana Lapins
I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss!! Bret was a wonderful young man with a huge heart! We have so many wonderful memories of Bret coming over and hanging with Kyle and Casey. My boys thought of Bret as a brother! He will be missed by many.
December 4, 2016
John Trost
Sue, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 3, 2016
Judy Wright
I am so sorry for you and your family. My prayers are with you all through this hard time.
December 3, 2016
Danny-Sherrie Lutter
We both share in your deep sorrow.
The door is always open
The phone is always free
If you need
You can always come to me.
December 3, 2016
I'll miss you "coconut head".
Love
Otis
December 3, 2016
The Rockcastles
Our prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
December 3, 2016
cheryl butler
We are so sorry for your loss,sending prayers to your family,Cheryl (Wright)& Darrell Butler
December 3, 2016
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Thomas Simon
So sorry for your lost. Love you all.
Aunt Denise and Uncle Tom
December 3, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
December 2, 2016
Mom
Oh my sweet handsome son. I miss you so much already. Your hugs, your smile, your texts, your notes on the fridge, your wiener dog songs. Who's going to eat sausage and sauerkraut with me? Our lives will never be the same without you. Remember I love you always no matter what. ❤ Until we meet again.
December 2, 2016
Sandy Lorusso
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in peace Bret. God bless all.
Love,
Sandy and Bernie
December 2, 2016
Kandy Yonan
With a heavy heart, I send our condolences and BIG Hugs to the whole Family during this difficult time..........we are unable to attend Bret's service but our thoughts and prayers are with you.... Love your "Up North" Cousin, Kandy and Mike
December 2, 2016
J
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 2, 2016
Allison Berent
Bret, you will be severely missed! You left this world too early, we love you so much!!! Ride Free Bret, Ride Free!
December 2, 2016
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