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Tom MacKew
November 14, 2024
I remember Bill as one of the wisest and funniest men I had ever met. I remember when we went to the EAA air show in Oshkosh. Fond memories. He´s now up there telling jokes and caring for others. Thanks for all you did for me.
Roseanne Jones
November 14, 2020
A person is never truly gone as their sweet memories keep them with us. Just the mention of Bill brings a smile to my face.
Rita Reeves
November 14, 2020
I didn't know Bill very long. But in the short time I knew him he was kind generous and would give you the shirt off his back. He was a wonderful husband to his wife Diana
Joann Surmik
November 14, 2019
Bill was a wonderful, fun filled guy! Steve loved him because they joked around a lot. He is dearly missed!
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Jim & Susie Shyman
November 14, 2019
What a wonderful, caring, loving man! Oh how we miss him! He always lit up the room. What a personality! In our Hearts forever!
Rita Reeves
November 14, 2019
He was amazing man. He is truly missed
Barb Reinert
February 21, 2017
I'm so sorry to see that 'Mr Bill' is gone. Bill was special! He was so good to me back in the Xerox days. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for sharing him!
Barb (Brown) Reinert
Tom MacKew
December 4, 2016
Bill was a man who gave his time to help me and many others. The world is a better place because of his life of service.
Roseanne Jones
November 26, 2016
So very sorry to hear the news of Bill's passing. A great guy, and one of the damn funniest men I have ever known. Will miss the emails and smiles. Thinking of you at this sad time, Diana. Take care. Hugs, Roseanne
Nancy Davis
November 26, 2016
Dearest Diana, sister Mary & husband and all nieces and nephews and friends.
My heart has broken in many pieces since I read messages on Facebook. If only I could take away some of this hurt my heart would in a beat. My tears will not stop, Bill & I met when I came to work at DART transit in Eagan. Yes what a genuinely wonderful, caring, true Christian man. We became rather close over the years, part I think was my love of animals and my connection with Canada. Diana, Bill and I often talked and emailed about your holidays to Canada, what you did, the food they have and all the wonderful things I and you brought back home.
I loved Bill like a brother and the last we emailed was the week before he went into the hospital. He told me a story about all his and your precious puppies who had left you. He said 'Nance' I have all their ashes in my closet and when its my time to leave they all will be put with my ashes. This bothered me, as I wondered if he was ill or knew something???
Then God sent his Angels to bring Bill home.
Please Dear Lord God, grant him eternal rest and let perpetual light shine upon him. Rest In Peace my dear dear friend, I miss you but will never forget you.
Rita Reeves
November 24, 2016
I am so happy I got to know you. Such a kind and loving man. You will truly be missed. You touched a lot of lives.
L. Williams
November 23, 2016
My condolences go out to the family. May the Grand Comforter comfort you in this time of need. 2 cor 1:3.
Jack Connors
November 22, 2016
Bill--my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. I remember all the good times we shared from childhood thru our early business careers. Loads of fun times. I will miss you my friend.
Kat Lloyd
November 22, 2016
Billy Bob~ You are already dearly missed! I will think of you everyday! You helped save my life (if not just my father's life) dealing with a drunk like me! You taught me about life, heartbreaks, being sober, hard times, good times but making me smile along the way. I cherish the fact that I knew you and loved you. You are gone from the physical world but never from the Eternal Connectedness! Truly an amazing blessing to anyone who was graced by your presence! Keep the jokes coming- we all could use them right now!
Candi Ince
November 22, 2016
Bill - The Football Pool won't be the same without you. Although we never met in person, thank you for all the email laughs you've given me over the past few years. Between the Pool and the stories I've been told, it's easy to see why you were surrounded by so many long-time friends. You were always one of my favorite players and it made me so happy to see you win under my watch! Know that Team Whiskey Bill plays on and that Marky's got the coaching job covered. Missing your humor already...
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Ralph and Donna Dahl
November 22, 2016
We remember a wonderful friend from the past. Always with a smile and positive words of wisdom and encouragement. Always first to help a friend. Our sympathy to you Diana and Mary Don.
November 21, 2016
Rita and I are thinking of you in our hearts and minds 24/7 and we just wish we were with you in this time of loss. Bill was a hero to me in the way he changed his life and dedicated it to helping others. He was a great friend and one who had the courage and divine guidance to change his life and therefore, lives of many others. Bill was a true champion and one who gave to me the honor and dignity to be a true and close friend.
Bud & Rita Engelbrecht
Jim & Susie Shyman
November 21, 2016
It's said love is the most important thing in the world. True. However, laughter is also right up there. And, Bill provided an abundance of both for us who were lucky enough to know him. Everyone should have a
Whusky Bill Bergen in their life, fortunately we did. RIP Billy me boy.
dick reynolds
November 21, 2016
Hi Bill
Long time since I last saw you. Think of you from time to time. I did here you did like it in AZ. True loss,w will meet again.
Tom Travis
November 21, 2016
Bill could also be counted on the greet everyone with enthusiasm and a smile. He brightened everyone's day. The light may have been extinguished but the memory of him will burn on forever.
November 21, 2016
Our Deepest Condolences to you Diana. We will miss seeing him walking by our house every morning with his doggies. He always stopped to talk to us. Prayers are with you. Rest in Peace! Mack and Carmen Rhoades
Karen Wolfson
November 21, 2016
I am forever grateful to Bill for "being there" to launch me on my journey of sobriety 38 years ago. On that cold November afternoon, he dropped everything, and met with me for three hours at Howard Johnson's restaurant in Mpls., over copious cups of coffee -- while I cried and whined and then very reluctantly took that first step with Bill's guidance and constant encouragement. Diana, I cherish you both - and my heart aches for your loss. I know you meant the world to Bill.
November 20, 2016
My heart is breaking...he has touched the hearts and lives of sooooooo many people. Vegas
Duane Harves
November 20, 2016
I have known bill since our youth in Albert Lea, his father being my dentist. We grew up and reunited in 1979 when I ventured inot an AA group he had started at our church. Since then I have watched the impact he has had on so many struggling folks and how many lives he save as a result. He will always be remembered fo his service to mankind.
Jerry Huston
November 20, 2016
We are remembering the good times we had with Bill and Diana in Minnesota.. Heaven gained and we lost a wonderful friend! We will never forget you BILLY! Jerry & Tippy Huston
Mary Lloyd
November 20, 2016
Bill was an amazing guy in so many ways. He will be deeply missed. God hold and keep his family as they mourn his loss, especially you, Diana.
November 20, 2016
Hi Whusky--
Only 6 weeks ago you were with the Stagnation guys -- down in Canyon City, Colorado, ziplining across the Royal Gorge -- 1200 feet above the Arkansas River -- what fun. Always adventurous right up to the end. You were always the best, my friend -- kind, outgoing, smiling, friendly and always with a story during the "smoking and jokin" time. You were a great friend for 65 years and you will never be forgotten. RIP.
PB Lloyd
Dottie Munoz
November 20, 2016
My dear Diana, I can not express the deep sorrow I feel for you now. Bill was a wonderful man full of love for you and his friends. I am so at loss for words. He will be long remembered. With much love and prayers, Dottie Munoz
Stephen & Joann Surmik
November 20, 2016
We will miss you so much Bill. We know you are with the Lord in His glorious Heaven.
Norm Fierro
November 20, 2016
My condolence to Diana and the family on the loss of (Skinny) Bill as I always called him. He would always laugh at his new name. He will be truly missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace my friend and one day we will eat at the Silver Saddle I promise. Friend Norm Fierro
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