William Berns

William (Bill) G. Berns, 64 of Guttenberg, passed away January 1, 2009 at his home following a sudden illness. Bill was born January 27, 1944 to Wilfred and Jeanette (Kann) Berns. He graduated from St. Marys High School, attended the University of Iowa, and graduated from the University of Montana with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Technology. Bill was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1967 and served as a radar operator in Korea. Bill recently retired from John Deere Dubuque Works after 36 years of employment. Bill enjoyed the river and commercial fished for many years. He also enjoyed reading and spending time with his granddaughter. Bill is survived by his three children, Christopher (Stephanie) Berns of Independence, Chad Berns of Guttenberg, and Jennifer Berns of Cedar Rapids; one granddaughter, Carmen Berns of Independence; mother, Jeanette Berns of Guttenberg; and two sisters, Joyce (Bob) Hyde and Jean (Terry) Green, both of Guttenberg;. Bill was preceded in death by his father.In Lieu of flowers, plants and other gifts, the family has requested that memorials may be directed to the Guttenberg Public Library. 603 S.2nd St Guttenberg IA, 52052Visitation: Saturday 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. February 07, 2009 at the Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home Guttenberg, IowaFuneral Service: Saturday 11:00 A.M. February 07, 2009 at the Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home Guttenberg, IowaInterment: Kann Cemetery rural Guttenberg Service Information A service summary is not available