Frank Bernardy

Frank S. Bernardy, age 86, of Austin, died Sunday, January 16, 2011 at his home surrounded by his family. Frank was born March 29, 1924 in Vesta, Minnesota to George and Mary (Pistulka) Bernardy. On June 3, 1948 he was united in marriage to Grace Janis in Ghent, Minnesota. He received his degree in Chemistry from Mankato State University. Frank worked at Hormel Foods in the Research and Development Department and was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member of St. Edward's Catholic Church and the American Legion. Frank enjoyed cooking and gardening. Survivors include his wife, Grace Bernardy, Austin; children, Janis (Greg) McDonald, Nashville, TN, Mike Bernardy, Mesa, AZ, Mary Bernardy (Don Hagan), Sauk Rapids, Paul (Tiffanie Phelps) Bernardy, Arvada, CO, Kathy (John) Walsh, St. Cloud; 16 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother, Cy (Carole) Bernardy, Worthington. He is preceded in death by his parents; four sisters; three brothers. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11:00 am on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. The family will greet friends one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Military rites will be by American Legion Post #91. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

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