Barbara Bernacchi, of Milwaukee, passed away Wednesday, November 23rd, 2005, at the Alexian Village. Born in Des Moines, IA, she was the daughter of the late Clarence B. and Elizabeth M. (Maucker) Wood. She was educated in the schools of Des Moines, graduating from St. Joseph Academy, and came to Kenosha in 1955. On August 25, 1951, she married Larry A. Bernacchi at St. John's Catholic Church in Des Moines. He preceded her in death on August 17, 1998. She was bookkeeper for Bernacchi Villa Capri Pharmacy and later at the Kenosha Prescription Lab. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Kenosha. Survivors include a son, Gregory L. (Karmen) Bernacchi of Mauston, WI; three daughters, Sue (Tom) Waldmann of Moline, IL, Mary (Rick) Gliot of Cleveland, OH, and Elaine (Dennis) Mich of Burlington, WI; six grandchildren, Jason (Sarah) Waldmann, Jessica Waldmann, Rick and Dan Gliot, and Faith and Katie Kelly; and two great-grandchildren, Lauryn Elizabeth and Owen Robert. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Laura Morefield on August 23, 2000; a grandson, Donald James; and two brothers, Edward and Donald Wood. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 28th, at St. Mary Catholic Church at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow at St. James Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday at the church from 1:00 pm until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Epilepsy Foundation, 4351 Garden City Drive, Landover, MD 20785, would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Ted and Denise Ronk
Dear Sue and Tom,So sorry to hear about the death of your mother. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will light a candle for your mother at church tonight.With love,Denise and Ted
Tammy and John Campbell
Sue, so sorry to hear the surprising news about your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There is peace knowing she is in a much more beautiful place now. Y'all take care and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Love,Tammy and John Campbell
beth schmidt
Susie, Bill and I are shocked and so saddened by the news of your Mom's passing. I know how you had planned to be with her for Thanksgiving. Please know that we are with you in spirit and prayer. We only heard last night. Would have loved to be able to be there for you and your family. Hope that everyone is offering each other love and support. Knowing you, I am positive, there is no doubt, the love is flowing freely. Please accept our love and sympathy at this very unexpected, very sad time. We love you so much and know that your faith will get you through this, Love and God Bless, Beth & Bill
LaVern and Debra Ferguson
Dear Sue and Tom--So very sorry to have heard of your Mom's passing away, Sue. Just know that we are all thinking of you. Big hugs and love to all in your family. Vern and Debby Ferguson
Craig and Susan Cooper
Sue and Tom--It is always such a shock when we lose a parent. We have always talked about knowing that it is going to happen but it never quite prepares us even when the time comes. It is even more of a shock when we know there is no sickness involved. The only comfort we can take is knowing that our loved ones are in a much better place now returned to their families and friends who have gone before them. Those of us left behind are the ones that suffer and grieve knowing that it might be some time before we see them again. But we will see them again and know the happiness that we now have to just carry in our hearts for awhile. Sue...the memories of your mom coming to card club a couple times and that smile she passed on to her daughter will always be remembered. Know that our love and support is with you and you are surrounded by all the love and support of your friends. We will see you when you return and spend some fun time together where we can share the memories and celebrate in remembrance of your mom. We love you guys. Craig and Sue
Sandy & Dick Perry
To the family of Barbara Bernacchi,We learned of the passing of your mother via a phone call from Sue Cooper. It is truly a blessing that your mom passed so peacefully from this earthly life into the Kingdom of eternal peace and rest. It is also a blessing that the timing of this passing occurred when the family members were planning to gather already for a day of Thanksgiving and fellowship together. God's Timing is always perfect, it seems! Our hearts share in your grief over the loss of her motherly love and companionship, but we rejoice in her Christian faith that gave so much strength during the times of trial and sadness in life. We pray that you will find strength and courage in the family bonds you hold so dear as you gather to share in the services ahead. God Bless you all.Sandy & Dick Perry
Mike Serpe and Deb Hertzberg
Dear Elaine and Dennis,Please accept our deep sympathy on Elaine's mother's death. We're sorry. Not much else to say that really matters. Take care of each other.Mike and Deb