Bernice E. Gardner
PORTAGE – Bernice E. Gardner, age 75, of Portage, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at her home.
Bernice was born on December 19, 1948, in Brooks, Wisconsin, the daughter of Evelyn Warren and Clara (Becraft) Bagley. She had worked at AMPI in Portage for over 30 years. Bernice enjoyed crocheting, knitting, gardening and needle point.
She is survived by her daughters, Dennice (John J.) Jerome, Portage and Miechelle Gardner, Portage; five grandchildren, Sara Dunlap, Alex Jerome, Bryce Paul, Emily Jerome, and Noah Alsum; her great-grandchildren, Brielle, Maizie, and Brayson; other relatives, and many close friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Willis and Harry Bagley; and her sisters, Susie Olson, Patsy Lindsey, Doris Squires, and Betty Stomner.
A memorial visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Pflanz Mendrala Funeral Home in Portage. Inurnment will be private in Spring Grove Cemetery in Wisconsin Dells.
Pflanz Mendrala Funeral Home in Portage is assisting the family.
Two locations to better serve your needs:
430 W. Wisconsin St. Portage, WI 53901
608 742-2126
426 E. Washington Street, Poynette, WI 53955
608 635-2763
Email: office@pmmfh.com