Service Details
A private memorial service was held, with Rev. Dr. Warren Williams officiating. Interment took place in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Austin Lee Bernhardt, 21, passed away tragically following an accident on Friday, October 12, 2018. Austin was born in Racine on August 16, 1997, the son of Lee and Michelle (nee: Peshek) Bernhardt. Austin was a kid who enjoyed the simple life. He worked in the family business. He was mechanically inclined and enjoyed building things out of old parts, and snowmobiling. His passion was riding his beloved ATV.
Surviving are his parents, Lee and Michelle; his brother, Jason (Haley Erickson) Bernhardt; maternal grandmother, Sharen (Bill) Peshek-Smith, of Port Charlotte, FL, paternal grandfather, Harvey Bernhardt, of Racine. Austin is further survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Charles Peshek, and his paternal grandmother, Joanne Bernhardt.
Drew & Pat Abram says
Michelle & Lee,
Pat & I were shocked and saddened to learn of Austin’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sincerely,
Jim and Karen Magruder says
My wife Karen and I are so saddened by this news. I cannot begin to imagine the pain and suffering you’re going through at this time. We will remember to be praying for you and that your memory of him will comfort you at this time.
Anonymous says
Michelle and Lee,’
Todd and I are truly sorry for the death of your son.
Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Terry
Raylene (Ray) Wendt says
Lee & Shelley
I was so shocked to hear the news. My heart goes out to both of you and your family. I pray for you to have the strength you need to help you thru this sad time.
Sincerely,
Chelcea Tyler says
Lee and Michelle,
My Dad (Dan Chiappetta) called me yesterday with the news of your son. As a parent I cannot even begin to imagine the pain you are in. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our love from Tennessee.
Jane Hearn says
I imagine there is no pain more far reaching and deeper than losing a child or brother. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. I will always cherish my fond memories of Austin.
Jane & Tom Hearn
Kim Fink and Family says
All of our neighborhood is devastated by your loss. We wrap our arms around you as we hold on to fond memories of Austin’s adventures in the back acreage.
Jodie Janiuk says
Michelle, My prayers go out to you and your family. With Sincere Sympathy.
Glen Creuziger says
My heart goes out to you Lee and Family.
Kathy, Bob, Vincent Dahl says
We haven’t see Austin around our house in a few years. He loved hanging out in the garage when he was a boy. I remember him best as an adventurous boy who loved riding his motorbike. He had an infectious smile and a twinkle in his eye.
Please accept our condolences for your tremendous loss.
Leah says
I want to offer my deepest sympathy to Austin’s family and friends. I
hope your fond memories of him will help you to get through this
difficult time. Also, pray to God for comfort. Trust in him for the
help and comfort needed at this time.
Psalm 62:8
Stan and Brenda Matson says
Lee and Shelley,
Stan and I are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers during this very difficult time.
Ronald Gayhart says
As parents we can’t even imagine your pain, Sorry for your loss
Ron & Robin Gayhart
CHAPLAIN BOB (AND NANCY) DUTHIE says
DEAREST LEE AND MICHELLE,
NANCY AND I WERE SURPRISED AND DEVASTATED TO LEARN OF YOUR RECENT LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED SON AUSTIN. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR MOST SINCERE AND HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES. REST ASSURRED THAT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS MOST DIFFICULT AND PAINFUL TIME.
IF THERE IS ANY THING WE CAN DO TO HELP YOUR FAMILY DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL UPON US.
Carmen and Klaus Lueer says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Jane Reilly (Arndt) says
Dear Michelle,
I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling, I am so very sorry for you and your family to endure such sadness! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!