Phyllis M. Berndt
Tuesday, July 19, 1927
Date of Death:
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Age:
85 years old
Tuesday, July 19, 1927
Date of Death:
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Age:
85 years old
Tuesday, July 19, 1927
Date of Death:
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Age:
85 years old
Phyllis M. Berndt
The funeral Mass for Phyllis M. Berndt will be 11:30 A. M. on Monday, March 11, 2013 at River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home in Rochester with Reverend Paul Nelson officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Rochester. Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11:30, prior to the service.
Phyllis passed away on March 7, 2013 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester after a short illness, surrounded by family.
Phyllis was born on July 19, 1927 in Mazeppa, MN to Nilie & Thyrza (Jones) Redding. Phyllis married Milo Berndt on August 25, 1945 at St John’s Catholic Church in Rochester, MN.
She is survived by her children Daniel (Sandra) Berndt, Rochester, MN, Penny (Grant) Kirgis, Rochester, MN, and Rocky (Kathleen Lynch) St. Paul, MN; grandchildren Phillip (Jennifer) Berndt, Eric Berndt, Lisa (Michael) Mudra, and Vincent Berndt and great grandchildren Liam, Jace and Jax Berndt. She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandson, Brett Kirgis, her sister Margaret Redding and four brothers, Shirley Redding, Harry Redding, Earl Redding and Jack Redding.
Phyllis was a foster parent working with Social Services and providing a home to 48 children from 1951-1964. Phyllis then worked for the Rochester School System, starting in 1964. She became director of food services for the school system, retiring in 1989.
Her joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family prefers memorials be made to St. Pius X Renovation Fund.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Phyllis M. Berndt has received the following condolences.
God knows what we are going through and cares about happens to us. He comforts us in the most difficult of times. He is always there for when we need him the most. He is a God of love who not only comforts us but promises to end all suffering."he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more,neither will mourning nor pain be anymore.The former things have passed." (Revelation 21:4) Not only will he end our suffering and death but he promises, "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out."(John 5:28,29) He will bring our loved ones back to life. Such a wonderful promise from God "who cannot lie" (Titus 1:2) It is so comforting to know that soon we can make new memories with our loved ones.
Dan and Sandy, please accept our sincere condoloences for your loss. It is difficult to lose your mother no matter what her age is, or yours. Our thoughts are with you as you go through these stages that are never easy. With warm thoughts and hugs,
Mike and Maria Adamson
Rochester MN
Milo and Rocky, I was so sad to hear of Phyllis passing. She was such a sweet woman. My mom and I send our deepest sympathy.
Dear Milo & Family:
I am so sorry to read of your wife, Mother passing. She is now in the hands of the Lord, she is at peace.
My husband & I have knownMilo & phyliss for about 40 years.
Milo was my husbands boss for 20 yrs at Reynolds whlsle, during our yrly picnics of Reynolds employees we got to know Phyliss very well.
Phyliss was a wonderful, wife, Mom, Grandmother and Friend.
In the last 10 yrs we have visited them numerious times and gone to lunch together also.
Phyliss will be greatly missed by all who knew and worked with her.
Milo may you & your family find comfort in your faith and with each other.
With sincere condolence your friend
Jane F.
Dan, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Your family has experienced much difficulty in the past months and I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and yours. Know I will keep you in my heart and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. The loss of a parent, no matter what their age, changes our perspective on many things.
Sincerely,
Mary Lou Johnson
Rocky and family,
So sorry about the loss of your mother.
Sincerely, Rick Graen
To: Milo Berndt Family
Dear Friends,
I am unable to attend the Memorial Service on Monday, but I want to let you know that I wish to express my condolences to all of you. Phyllis was a very good school supporter both as a parent and as a fellow worker in the school system. She made many contributions to society and did a fine job of that too. With sincere sympathy, Mr. Zimmerman
Dan To you and your family.
Thinking of you and extend my sincere sympathy for the loss of your dear Mom.
I have enjoyed being able to know your parents.
My best to Milo.
Rita
It was my pleasure to work with Phyllis in the Rochester school district. Phyllis was a can-do person that had the respect of all who worked with her. Phyllis gained her experience at the Kellogg Jr. High school and then became the Director of the School District Food Services Program. A wonderful person who will be missed by all that knew her.
Dr. James D. Sheehan
There was no finer, kinder person than Phyllis. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing.
God bless her family and comfort them.
Penny, Grant, and family.
I was very sad to learn your mother, Phyllis Berndt, passed away.
My heart just breaks for you. You have been through so much these past few months.
Please know others share your pain and wish you comfort, peace, and strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, as well as my deepest sympathy.
I am so sorry for your loss.