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Susan Humphrey
March 29, 2012
Dearest Julie and family, Our heart goes out to you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy cuz, Much love to you, Kevin and Sue
Michael Svea
March 27, 2012
Julie, I still have a tough time with the right words to say here. I had known Brad since high school when I thought about it. He would be one of my oldest friends really. Having watched him grow over the years its nice to relect sometimes on all that occured. He became a loving husband, father, grandfather and though I never did ask I know he would just about dropped everything to come to my aid if I had asked. He was a special man, and had a great many gifts that came out as he grew and accepted christ in his heart. I will miss him terribly, family gatherings wont be the same with out him. It was my honor to know him.
Lorri Monteen
March 24, 2012
Julie, I feel so blessed to have known you and Brad way back when, at NHCC. He was a hoot in the Math Resource office. And always kind and sweet.
Tim Bush
March 23, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Brad was such a big part of the Hennepin Family. He will truly be missed.
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Jed Charles
March 22, 2012
Julie-
Danette and I want to let you know you all will continue to be in our thoughts and prayors. Also, Hennepin County lost a good Sargent and an even better man. God bless.
Kay Rorvick
March 21, 2012
To the Berntston family--I recall Brad as a quiet, thoughtful kind of guy who could be counted on to do the right thing. Please accept my condolences and know that this good man will not be soon forgotten by his friends and co-workers.
Kenny Crouch
March 21, 2012
To the Berntson Family- It was an honor to know and work with Brad, he truly was a man of honor and integrity. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Mark Hawryluk
March 21, 2012
Julie and Family, So sorry for your loss. I knew Brad when we served together in the same platoon Bco 2/75. Terrific person and one hell of "Ranger". RIP my friend!! RLTW!!!! Hawk
Debra and Jeff Mastro
March 20, 2012
Julie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terrell Jones
March 20, 2012
Julie, Ben, & Jim,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Brad and I were in the HCSO 1990 class together and I will always remember is wit,intelligence, sense of humor, and his loyalty! We had the best class! The world has truly lost a good and caring person. I wish I could be there for the service. RIP Brad!
Justin Tourville
March 20, 2012
To the Berntson family,
I had the pleasure of being mentored by Brad when i was a new Detention Deputy at the HC Jail in 1998. I worked with him for two years and grew to know him as a good man and Sgt. I am stunned by his passing. May the Lord bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Mark Anderson
March 19, 2012
Julie and Family ~ I worked with Brad at the Sheriff's Office for many years. I knew him as a very easy going guy with a big heart. He was great to work with and just knowing him was an honor. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Brad will be missed by many.
Sgt. William Strot, DOC
March 19, 2012
My condolences.
David Bornus
March 19, 2012
I worked alongside Brad for many years at the HCSO. It has been difficult to absorb the news of Brad's death, he seemed indestructible. I can only imagine how difficult it is for his family. My heartfelt sympathies and prayers are extended to you.
Mark Whittington
March 19, 2012
Julie, Ben and Jim - Brad's memory will always provide me with a sense of peace and inspiration. He truly knew Jesus, and was a model for so many men. May the peace that transcends all understanding be with you during this difficult time.
Tracy (Vosbeek) Dotas
March 19, 2012
Berntson family: It seems like another lifetime that I worked with Brad. I recall a down-to-earth guy with a great sense of humor. I was shocked at the news of his passing, and trust you will find comfort in the many good memories left here. Your family is in my thoughts.
Thomas Kooy
March 19, 2012
I'm so very sorry for your loss. It had always been both a pleasure and an honor to know, and work, with Brad. He will be deeply missed.
Michael Rumpza
March 19, 2012
Julie and family,
My words mirror those of so many that have had the pleasure of working with Brad. I worked along side him for 14 years and he was nothing short of kind, respectful and courteous. May God bless you and your family and help you to find peace at such a troubling time.
Jamie France
March 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to Julie and her family. Brad was a wonderful friend to my dad and the family. He was a great guy and truly an asset to this world. He will be missed by many...
March 19, 2012
Dear Julie and children, Brian and family.
We can't express how deeply saddened we are to hear of the loss of such a dear husband, father, brother and friend to so many. Brad's bother Brian and family are dear friends of ours. Every year while visiting our home for "The Lawmen" yearly camp, Brian shared stories of Brad with laughter, love and deep affection. We felt we knew Brad too.
We know Brad will be deeply missed by all. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
May God bless and comfort you with the peace that passes understanding, now and in the days ahead.
Greg and Liz Evensen and "The Lawmen"
Tim Oberuc
March 19, 2012
To the Berntson family, thoughts and prayers for your family in this tough time. It has been a privilege to work under him for 13 years. He will be missed.
March 19, 2012
Julie, We are so saddened to hear of Brad's passing. Although we didn't know you well, I know that Gaylord and Faith thought highly of you and talked about you like you were part of the family, so I feel as if we knew you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Mike and Lu Dabill
Don Johnson
March 19, 2012
Dear Julie and Family, I very much enjoyed working with Brad over 2o years in HCSO. He was a geniune person and would do anything for you. I will always remember his red faced laugh and the stories we exchanged to pass the time. He was one of the people that made work tolerable through some of the tougher times. I'm so sorry to hear he passed so young. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Don and Renee.
March 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss. Char Chmielewski (Prior Lake, MN)
Laura (Muzetras) Solie
March 19, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. You're entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kerin Fahland
March 18, 2012
Julie and family, Dave and I are so sad to hear of Brad's passing and so sorry for your loss. He is already missed by so many.
Luke
March 18, 2012
To the Bernston Family- Brad was a peaceful man and a great supervisor, at a time like this, it's difficult to take comfort in knowing that he is here in spirit just as strong as he was in his physical being.
Stacy Braun
March 18, 2012
Berntson's, I am truly sorry for your loss. Brad was a great man and supervisor. Brad will be greatly missed!!! My thoughts are with you.
Carrie Scardigli
March 18, 2012
Julie and Family... I can't even begin to imagine what these past few days have been like for you all. Brad and I carpooled to work together, almost 20 years ago, while working for the Sheriff's Department. I loved his sense of humor, integrity and loyalty. He was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tim Stohlberg
March 18, 2012
Julie, as boys Brad and Brian would come to my house with their grandparents Eva and Paul. Brad was quiet -- at least compared to Brian -- smiled a lot and had an easy, gentle demeanor. I am so sorry for your loss.
Becky Svea
March 18, 2012
Julie, and Family,
What a difficult time for our family. The memories of this sweet, gentle soul of a man will be treasured in my heart, growing up with him as my cousin. We were SO blessed to have him in our lives. Our love and prayers to you,
Becky and Mike
March 18, 2012
Julie and Family We are so sorry for your loss. Brad was a very special guy. We have many memories of him that go back many years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers many times every day. God Bless you all.
Love Sharon and George
Dwight and Pam Charles
March 18, 2012
Julie and family
Words can not express the sadness we share with all of you for your loss. We have many fond family memories of Brad.
What a SUPER guy. Brad will be greatly missed by all. Love & Hugs
Chris and Sue Hary
March 18, 2012
Julie,Bonnie,Dennis and family:
Sympathies and Condolences from our family to yours. We are very saddened by your loss. I have many good memories of growing up with Brad as my friend.
Paula Haller
March 18, 2012
Dear Julie and Family,
As a former coworker of Brad's I have a good deal of respect for him and knew him to be a man strong with good values and character. I have fond memories of him and was saddened to hear of your loss. I will keep him and all who hold him dear in my prayers. May God grace you with His Peace and comfort as you continue in Life and walk this difficult path.
Jody Charles
March 18, 2012
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Robert Peterson
March 18, 2012
It was a priviledge to work with and for Brad over the years. He was someone you could always count on to do the right thing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
March 18, 2012
Bonnie, Dennis, Brian, Tom, and family:
We were so sorry to hear about Brad's passing. Greg fondly remembers sitting around the bonfire with him at the old cabin. He also remembers playing "army" with Tom as a kid because Tom was so proud of Brad's and Brian's service. This must be an unbearably difficult time, and we are wishing you peace and comfort.
All our best,
Greg and Megan
Greg Muzetras
March 18, 2012
Bonnie, Dennis, Brian, Tom, and family:
We were so sorry to hear about Brad's passing. Greg fondly remembers sitting around the bonfire with him at the old cabin. He also remembers playing "army" with Tom as a kid because Tom was so proud of Brad's and Brian's service. This must be an unbearably difficult time, and we are wishing you peace and comfort.
All our best,
Greg and Megan
Greg &Kristen Tomlinson
March 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayer's are with the Berntson family, Brad will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Colleen (Quarnstrom) Wuollet
March 18, 2012
Julie, Bonnie, Mark and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Brad and Brian when we were young and I am glad Brad and I were able to talk and laugh about those days when I saw him at Jenna's wedding. Such a great man and such a huge loss. Please know the Quarnstrom family has been thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers.
Sharon Gayken
March 18, 2012
Dear Julie and family,
I was so very sad to hear of Brad's death. He was a wonderful positive man that loved his family. I know how much he will be missed. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless!
Joe Jaruszewski
March 18, 2012
Dear Julie and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Brad will truly missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers goes to you and your family. God bless!
Wade Laszlo
March 18, 2012
Dear Julie and family, I worked with Brad since 1990. I am very sorry for your loss. I know this is cliche but Brad was truly a good man who will be missed. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Sheri Reiter
March 18, 2012
Dear Julie and family, you are in many many thoughts and prayer of mine. I am so very sorry. love,Sheri Reiter
Phillip Dabill
March 18, 2012
Julie, So sorry about your great loss of Brad. What a wonderful, happy, positive man. We all will miss him. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers, Phil & Linda Dabill
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