Bernard Erke Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Bernard Erke of Barry, Illinois, born in Hull, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Bernard left this world on October 22, 2024 at the age of 99, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Erke and Helen Arthur Erke; his mother-in-law Gilda A. Bradshaw; his wife Gilda A. Erke; his children, David L. Erke and Janice Lynn Erke of Barry, IL; his grandson Cristopher Todd; his great grandchild Oliver Schenck; his sisters, Bernice Woodward (Paul) and Marjorie Epperson (Robert); and his daughters-in-law, Deborah Erke (Lynn) and Carla Erke (Jim).
He is survived by: his children, James Erke (Toni) of New Canton, IL, Thomas Erke (Terri) of New Canton, Anita Bellovich (Phillip) of New Canton and Susan Neff (Michael) of Hannibal, MO; and his daughter-in-law Carol Erke (Gary Schlosser). He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great grandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Memorials are suggested to Akers Chapel Cemetery.
