Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Harold Bernhardt Obituary
Harold graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 1973. He farmed with his father until 1976. He also worked for Midwest Machine Works, Topeka Railway and PLM as a railcar inspector until 1988. He became self-employed and owned Midwest Professional Services which consisted of parking lot sweeping, vacuum tank pumping and a landfill. During that time, he passed tests for FEMA, flood control levees and emergency disasters. He did environmental work for Hills Pet Foods, Del Monte and Dupont.
Harold was a member of the American Red Cross Disaster Relief and Brotherhood of Railway Union Local No. 44. He repaired the Union Pacific and American Freedom Train in 1976 which was the Bicentennial and was given an award by the President of the United States.
Harold collected classic cars and had them restored. He built a full-size replica of a Texaco Gas Station with pumps etc. at his previous home and the cars and gas station became his pride and joy. He was very proud to show people his cars and gas station. The gas station was featured in a classic car magazine out of Florida. Several people would bring their old cars to have pictures taken of them parked beside the gas station. He loved big semi-trucks, racing, rat rods and also rebuilt lamps out of the 1800's. He also loved his cat and her kittens.
Survivors include his father and one sister, Darleen Bernhardt of Tecumseh, several cousins and many friends.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 17, 2018 at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. Burial will follow in Zion Cemetery southeast of Topeka. Harold will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sunday, September 16, 2018 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be given to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0839 or to Midland Care, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, Kansas 66606.
To leave the family as special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Harold Bernhardt
cory warren
September 18, 2018
not many like you left olbuddy i alwayes liked to here your crazy stories god bless you
robert meade
September 17, 2018
rip my good buddy. i will miss you.
Brent Decker
September 17, 2018
God Bless .
Ron and Linda Lessman
September 16, 2018
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Diane Renfro
September 16, 2018
Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences at your time of loss. Sincerely your old neighbor Diane Renfro
Tiffany Bloomer
September 16, 2018
Tiffany and kelly dorry for your loss he was a good man
Pete Jr & Elena Tavares
September 16, 2018
To Harold's family & friends, please accept Elena's & my deepest heartfelt thoughts, prayers & condolences on his passing.
Although I as well as others selfishly mourn his passing, I take comfort in the knowledge that he is now free of his pain & suffering & he is now finally able to rest as he transitions into his new phase of existence. He now joins his heavenly family & friends together with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
I will miss you Harold. I am saddened that our good friend, work will keep me from your goodbye services, know my friend that you will be in my daily thoughts & prayers. Till we meet again, my friend, Rest In Peace.
Stephanie Conner
September 15, 2018
Darlene, I am so sorry for your loss.
Prayers to you and your family.
September 15, 2018
My deepest condolences for your loss may the grace of God bring comfort and peace to your family Zechariah 2:8.
Danny & Cheryl Sterling
September 14, 2018
Dear Darlene & Harold, We are so sorry for your loss. Jr. was a great guy & neighbor. We enjoyed his classic cars & Texaco Station too! You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Ed Pranker
September 14, 2018
Harold was a great guy he used to come by the fire department and visit with me and we could talk for hours you will be missed
Jane Dix
September 14, 2018
Sorry for your loss, Darleen
Janell Porter
September 14, 2018
RIP
Showing 1 - 13 of 13 results
Make a Donation
in Harold Bernhardt's name
Memorial Events
for Harold Bernhardt
How to support Harold's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Harold Bernhardt's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
