FALL RIVER—Willis E. Berndt age 88, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. He was born on January 7, 1927 in Markesan to Elmer and Anna (Dreske) Berndt. Willis was a graduate of Waupun High School. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Willis was married to Lucille Winters on June 13, 1946 in Fox Lake. He was employed at the Fall River Foundry as a truck driver before his retirement. Willis was an avid sports enthusiast and also enjoyed trips to the casino. He loved his time spent with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran Church, Fall River.
Survivors include his three daughters, Barbara Berndt of Fall River, Paula (Greg) Krivanek of Fond du Lac, Laura Selje of Fall River; two sons, Russell (Jane) of Fall River and William of Fall River; nine grandchildren, Robin Berndt, Ryan (Sarah) Berndt, Eric Krivanek, Andy Krivanek, Megan (Keith) Erickson, Sean Berndt, Derek Berndt, Anthony Berndt, Jeremy Berndt; two great granddaughters, Mackenzie Krivanek and Leslie Berndt; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lucille in 2014; a grandson, Justin Selje in 2002; one brother, Fred Berndt. A memorial service was held at 11:00 A.M. with visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M., on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at ST. STEPHEN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fall River. Rev. James Bolda officiated. Military honors followed. Memorials may be made to St. Stephen's Church or the John C. Brossard VFW Post 2219, Fall River.