Garry Thomas Bernardo
September 29, 1957 - July 21, 2016
Obituary
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla./MADISON-Garry Thomas Bernardo, age 58, died on Thursday, July 21, 2016, in Plainfield, Ill., in a tragic airplane crash. He was born on Sept. 29, 1957, in Madison, the son of John and Claire (Hoffman) Bernardo. Garry lived the first half of his life in Madison and in 1989, he moved to West Palm Beach, Fla. where he spent the second half. He lived a life rich with friends and family. Following the model of his parents, Garry was an independent and successful businessman. He was a consummate worker and able to fix just about anything. He particularly loved restoring cars and boats and home improvements. Garry especially loved flying and held a commercial pilot's license. Always productive, he shared his talents and gifts with others. Garry became a skilled jeweler creating inspired and unique designs. Recognizing his own good fortune he paved the way to provide opportunities for others to have a chance to succeed in life as well. Garry is survived by his sister, Laura Bernardo (Johnny) James;niece, Rachel Maria Bernardo James and her husband, Jason Wagner; and their children, Mabel and Milo Wagner. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Paul M. Bernardo. Memorial services are pending. Garry will be greatly missed. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com
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Robert Danielson
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The news of your passing saddens our hearts ,When I was employed at Tv Clinic for over 10 yrs you were just a teenager on your way to growing up and becoming the person all your friends and family came to know..Although we hadn't seen each other in 25 yrs,we had a chance to talk when you mom passed away 4 yrs ago ,It was good to see you and we stayed in touch via face book, I really thought your airplane was top notch..Sad that an accident with it happened RIP Garry
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Leonard Corti
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Rip Gary you were my dad Dino's best friend more like brothers since you were kids & have been like my uncle for years since we all moved down to Florida in 1989 just the other day we talked about this trip to Oshkosh for the air show & had long talks about life in general & good ole laughs about the past & where life has brought us, it's so hard to believe this happened my family loves you & we will miss dearly.
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Coleen Jones
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Jackie Babcock
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Garry, you will always hold a special place in my heart!
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Karen Smilen
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I am deeply saddened of Garry’s passing. The last text I received from him was when he re-fueled in Tennessee. I knew something was wrong when I never got the text or phone call that he arrived in Wisconsin. I am very lucky to have many fond memories of Garry and that I was able to spend a lot of time with him, especially the last couple of months. He had a great sense of humor and a zest for life. I watched the fireworks with him on the 4th, and this holiday will never be the same to me again. I pray for him and his family. RIP Garry
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marilyn ringelstettr
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So sorry to hear of Garrys death. Laura and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Marilyn Ringelstetter