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Monday, June 18, 2012

Mr. Jeffrey J. Bernsee

Lorain- Jeffrey J. "Zeke" Bernsee, 52, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2012 in Lorain.

Born in Lorain on April 19, 1960 to his loving parents, Howard J. and Dorothy J. (nee: Oray) Bernsee, he was a life-long resident.

Jeff graduated from Lorain Catholic High School, Class of 1978 and attended Ohio State University and University of Dayton where he received an associate degree. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1980 and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in 1986. He was stationed at Grand Forks AFB in N. Dakota in the 321st Combat Support Group. While in the Missile Maintenance Squadron, Jeff received the Air Force Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service. He worked as a computer technician at BP in Cleveland for 8 years and at LEECA in Elyria as a computer network specialist for 10 years. Jeff was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, American Legion Post 30, Amvets Post 32, VFW Post 451 and Olde Town Charleston in Lorain. He enjoyed performing karaoke, camping and international traveling. 

He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Bernsee of Lorain; sisters, Cathy (Ray) Clapper of Hinckley and Jennifer (Jerry) Morog of Lorain; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Howard J. Bernsee; paternal grandparents, John and Agnes Platt; maternal grandparents, Victor and Frances Oray.

Visitation at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home, 2150 Broadway, Lorain on Thursday, June 21, from 6-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, June 22, at 9:30 AM at St. Peter Catholic Church, 3655 Oberlin Ave., Lorain, Rev. Craig M. Hovanec, Pastor, officiating (meet at Church). Interment Calvary Cemetery, Lorain, where military honors will be performed by the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 20. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

 



 

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 5:31:20 PM

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Posted By: Karla Scherrer Weaver

Dear Mrs. Bernsee, My deepest sympathies to you and your daughters. My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. It is impossible for me to believe Jeff is gone. I didn't see him as an adult, as my life as a military wife took me all over the globe. My childhood memories of living across the street on 6th Street are priceless to me. Jeff was like a brother to me. I loved him like my own brother. He brought so many gifts to my life I will never forget him. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort at this most difficult time. With much love, Karla Scherrer Weaver

Posted on: 9/1/2012 9:20:01 PM


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Posted By: Matt Willauer

I worked in the Netwrok department at LEECA with Zeke for 8 years. I always enjoyed his sense of humor and appreciated his friendship. I am sorry for your loss.

Posted on: 6/20/2012 9:06:44 PM


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Posted By: Michele Straka

You are such a dear soul.. Always had a plan to have fun and didn't think twice to crack a smile or a intelegent mind bender. Spending Hours and hours talking, while on the phone or in person... Sitting at the clubs having such a smart and relaxed person like yourself to hang with was unimaginable yet true.. You will be missed and lots of love to you for being there as a true friend that I say is hard to find.. Your resting where we all are greatful your at peace. Yet sad your gone.. Love you always and forever, Michele

Posted on: 6/20/2012 8:37:01 PM


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Posted By: Al Thiery

Dear Mrs Bernsee, Please be assured of my deep sympathy with you.Jeff was one of my very favorite students.He might have mentioned to you that I saw him 3 times during his different in-out times in the hospital.We always had prayer at the end of the visit which he always welcomed. That God may give you consolation under this heavy burden is my prayer for you. Al Thiery

Posted on: 6/20/2012 4:37:12 PM


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Posted By: Jeanette Revay

Cathy and family, My heart aches for you. May you find comfort in the memories of the many happy times you shared over the years. May God grant Jeff eternal rest. Jeanette Revay

Posted on: 6/18/2012 8:59:53 PM


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