Diane Bernhardt
April 7, 1954 -
November 1, 2020
Diane Bernhardt, age 66, of Kenosha, died Sunday, November 1st 2020 at Froedtert South-Kenosha Medical Center.
Born on April 7, 1954 in Booneville Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Maxine
(Pounds) England. Diane attended local schools graduating from Tremper High School 1972 and furthered her education with an associate degree in nursing from Gateway Technical College.
On May 24th, 1975 she was united in marriage to the love of her life Tom Bernhardt. They were married for 45 years. They were blessed with 3 loving and caring sons.
An active member in her early years of First United Methodist Church, a former Sunday School teacher, and was in charge of the Strawberry Festival youth fund raiser for a number of years. She participated with her mother with the United Methodist Women’s circle.
Diane was a wonderful loving wife, an amazing mother, and all loving “NANA”. Diane always made sure that if anyone came to visit that they felt welcome in our home and also that they were well fed. She will be greatly missed and will forever be in our hearts.
Diane is survived by her husband Tom, her sons Joseph (Molly), Matthew (Chandra), Jeffrey (Kelly) Bernhardt and grandchildren Alex and Mason Bernhardt.
Along with her parents Diane was preceded in death by her brothers Paul and Charles England.
Service Info
Services honoring Diane with internment in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park will be private.
Memorials to First United Methodist Church, 919 60th Street, Kenosha WI 53140 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 5501 N. Cumberland Ave, #101, Chicago IL 60656 would be greatly appreciated.
Posted by:
JillI was friends with Mary Diane England from school, McKinley Elementary and Jr. High, but we parted ways when we went to separate high schools. She was one of the nicest people I've ever met--happy, fun, and so kind. We visited each others' homes, and her mother, Mary Maxine, was so sweet and welcoming. Some of her Southern dishes were so exotic to me! Knowing Diane, I'm sure she made a good life for herself and for those she loved. I am sorry this world lost her so early.
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Roger YoungIt is hard to believe it has been over three years since my friend, Diane Bernhardt, went to Heaven. She was my childhood friend since I moved near her home in the mid-1960's. I also came to know Tom and was so thankful God gave her such a wonderful husband. My wife also came to know Diane and Tom and we had several wonderful visits whenever we came to Kenosha to see family and friends. Over the years, Diane and I had many warm phone conversations as we recalled childhood memories and discussed what was happening in our families. Having a friend like Diane is rare and a very precious treasure. The Bible says to store up treasures in Heaven, rather than on earth. That being the case, I have a very wonderful treasure in Heaven with Diane being there. I look forward to seeing her again, along with her mom, dad, and brothers.
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Cathy KaufmanTom, our condolences to you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear Diane has passed. Cathy Kaufman
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Dennis and Mary CrimminsTo the Bernhardt Family, Although we did not know Diane personally, we are friends with Tom. We are eternally sorry for such a sad loss for you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers will be always be with you. Dennis and Mary Crimmins
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Thomas GetschmanMy sympathy to you and your sons on the lose of your wife and there mother. It is difficult to find words at this time describe your sorrow. I will keep your family in my prayers as I do with others.
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Tom & Linda GaudioBernie, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Diane. When we think of you as a couple we have such pleasant memories of smiles and laughter. We know she’ll be deeply missed but take comfort that Diane lived a full life that was well lived. May our Lord bring you peace and strength in the difficult days ahead. With deep sympathy, Tom & Linda Gaudio
