Photo courtesy of North Chapel - Decatur
Decatur, Illinois
May 5, 1938 – Dec 18, 2017
Bernard Louis Naber, 79, passed away on December 18, 2017, in Hickory Point Christian Village, with his family by his side.
Bernie was born on May 5, 1938, in Cincinnati, OH; the son of Bernard Herman and Marguerite (Brockhoff) Naber. He married Shirley Moody on July 11, 1992, in Decatur.
Surviving are his wife: Shirley of Decatur; his children: David Naber of Houston, TX, Laura (Keith) McElyea of Mt. Zion, Matt (Marcie) Naber of Decatur, Jennifer (Dan) Kirk of Lafayette, IN; step-children: Michele Slunder of Mt. Zion, Michael (Ann) Moody of Chatsworth, and Jamie (Scott) Jefson of Shelbyville; siblings: Judy Scherzinger of Sylvania, OH, Gary (Debbie) Naber of Eldridge, IA, Greg (Debra) Naber of Philadelphia, PA, and his nineteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Bernie was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Larry, Claire, and Mary Rose; step-son: Justin Moody; step daughter-in-law: Candace Moody; step son-in-law: Jeff Slunder; and one great-grandchild: Clara Ann Veselka.
Bernie graduated from Roger Bacon High School in Cincinnati, OH in 1956. After high school, he served in the United States Army. Bernie moved to Decatur in 1967 to begin his career with Dunn Company and retired as President of the company in 2001. Bernie shared his time and experience with many Decatur organizations and held positions on numerous boards. He was quick to help others, always with integrity and modesty.
His family wishes to express their gratitude to the remarkable staff at Imboden Creek, Hickory Point Christian Village, and to the caregivers who spent countless hours by his side.
Bernie’s life will be celebrated with services beginning with a vigil prayer service at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, December 21, 2017, followed with a visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Dawson & Wikoff North Chapel, 4020 N. Water St., Decatur, IL. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 22, 2017, located 3950 Lourdes Dr., Decatur, IL. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery with military honors provided by the Macon County Honor Guard and the US Army Honors Team.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Baby TALK, or Roger Bacon High School in Cincinnati, OH. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com.
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Bernie was one of our favorite patients when I worked in the Stanley Medical Office. I met Shirley at St. Mary's Hospital when we were new "old" nurses orienting again into hospital service in the 1980s. I was thrilled for her when she and Bernie fell in love. I admired them both. Marilyn Tenney Smith
Marilyn Smith
December 14, 2023 | Casner, IL | Friend
Dave,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. He sounded like a great guy.
Thinking of you and your family.
Joan Petkosh
December 23, 2017 | South Euclid, OH
I was so glad Bernie made it to our Naber family reunion in Cincinnati several years ago. I'm sure he will be missed by many. We'll all remember our cousin fondly.
Gail Naber Meister
December 21, 2017 | Cincinnati, OH
Bernie was a special person. I enjoyed working with him at Dunn Company. Condolences to the family.
Wendi Smith
December 21, 2017 | Charleston, IL
With remembrance and prayers
Maurey & Arlene Mannlein
December 20, 2017 | Decatur, IL
Tammy and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to the entire Naber Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Justin Price
December 20, 2017 | Kingwood, TX
Sending our prayers for all of the family. So sorry for your loss, may God wrap his arms around you during this time. God bless you all.
Charlene &Chuck Montgomery
December 20, 2017 | Roland, AR
My wife and I are so very sorry for your loss.Working with Bernie for over 30 years I had the greatest respect and became a great friend.He always treated others with respect and kindness.Our fondness for Bernie will always be remembered never forgotten.Our thoughts and prayers are that Bernie is now in a better place no more sickness no more worry's.Hope that can give you some comfort at a very trying time.
Randy and Patti Howell
December 20, 2017 | Mt Zion, IL
Bernie was one of our favorite patients when I worked with the Dr. Stanleys. Shirley, I remember fondly our time together at St. Mary's and send you my sincere sympathy.
Marilyn Tenney Smith
Marilyn Smith
December 20, 2017 | Casner, IL
