In Memory
Bernard Brekrus
Nov. 30, 1927 - Dec. 24, 2017
FENTON , MO - Brekrus, Bernard December 24, 2017 at age 90. Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church. Born November 30, 1927 in South Bend, Indiana Son of the late Harry and Josephine Brekrus.
Loving husband of 65 years to Theresa “Terry” Brekrus (nee Hausladen). Loving father of Barbara (Tom deceased) Morrow, Bernie J. (Karla) Brekrus and Mary Beth (Mike) Mansfield. Cherished grandfather of Kim, Bernie Jr., Karen, Angie, Tom, Gene, Theresa, Rachael, Melanie and great-grandfather of 9.
Brother of the late Eugene Brekrus.
Bernie served in the US Army (1950-1952) in Japan and Korea. He was a member of American Legion Post 338, VFW Post 2866, and St. Louis Bayern Verein. Bernie enjoyed fishing, bowling, traveling and trips to the casino. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Visitation 4-8pm Thursday December 28, at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home. 777 Oakwood Dr. (Fenton at 141)
Funeral mass 10am Friday December 29, 2017 at St. Paul Catholic Church (Fenton) Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to charity of choice. Tributes at jaybsmith.com
Published by South Bend Tribune on Dec. 28, 2017.
Sources: Ancestry.com and Legacy.com
11/05/2023 EJS
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