Donald Wayne Bergner, 87, of Baldwin City, died Monday, Feb. 13, 2017 at Baldwin Healthcare & Rehab.
Don was born Nov. 5, 1929, in Pratt, Kansas. He was the son of Rient and Grace (Rosenbaum) Bergner and graduated from Pratt High School. He was a farmer, truck driver, and was active in the American Agriculture Movement. Don was a lifelong member of the Pratt Elks Club.
Don married Jean King on Jan. 17, 1948. They were married 60 years. She preceded him in death, as did his parents, a daughter, Cathy Bergner and a brother, Richard Bergner.
Survivors include two daughters, Linda Lees and husband Rick of Baldwin City and Jody Bergner of Boston; three grandchildren, Kyle (Karla) Lees of Gardner, Kelly (Lucas) Yarnell of Olathe and Jon Bergner of Hutchinson; and six great-grandchildren, Kellon and Riley Lees, Dylan and Mackenzie Mabrey, and Kendall Jean and Zack Yarnell.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Vintage Park at Baldwin City, 321 Crimson Ave., Baldwin City, Ks. 66006 or the Pratt Humane Society, 10233 Bluestem Blvd., Pratt, Ks. 67124. Memorial services for Don will be held at a later time.
linda and jody, and all the rest of the bergner clan, thinking of you with years of memories. as always, don, jean, and cathy will remain a part of “the farm” forever. hugs.
Linda and family,
Mom, (Deanie) and I were sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. She hasn’t seen you at VP to tell you. EMAW!
Linda, deepest sympathy. Our parents were such good friends when young & with us all very young children. I remember they took ski trips together. Wherever do the years go. Blessings to you & your family.
Linda,
Don was such a wonderful gentleman. He always thanked us for helping him no matter what. I am so lucky to have had the privilege of knowing him and you. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Linda,
You took such good care of your dad and I know he appreciated it. You and the family will have great memories and stories to tell for the rest of your lives! There won’t be a day that goes by that you don’t stop and think of one of your parents, and that’s a good thing.