Bernard James Pletka Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Bernard James Pletka (Tyndall, South Dakota), born in Mitchell, South Dakota, whose life came to an end on February 3, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bernard James Pletka to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Joseph Pletka, Sr. and Frances Elizabeth Pletka (Plumb); his wife Agnes Mae Winckler of Leo's Catholic Church; and his brothers, John Pletka, Jr., Bob Pletka and Joe Pletka.
He is survived by: his daughters, Julie Nielsen (Harlan) of Sioux Falls, SD, Mary Runge (Chuck) of Hartford, SD and Marie Merkle (Bret) of Harrisburg, SD; his grandchildren, Drew Nielsen, Kaylee Runge, Liz Minor (Michael), Nick Runge (Rylee), Lexi Runge, Angela Merkle, Sarah Miller (Brandon), Ellie Davies (Alex), Hannah Scheidt (Shaeden) and Josh Merkle; his great grandchildren, Maverick, Eleanor, Otto Minor, Reese Runge, Graham, Nolan, Lennon Miller, Everly, Oaklee, Ivy and Atlas Davies; and his siblings-in-law, Marie Pletka, Linda Pletka and Art Winckler. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St. Leo Catholic Church (100 E Nebraska St, Tyndall, SD 57066). A prayer was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A Mass was held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.