Palm Desert, California
1932 - 2010
James Quinton Berntsen went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2010. After a short battle with cancer Jim passed peacefully at home with his wife by his side. Jim was born on August 18, 1932 in Minneapolis, Minn. to Alvin and Ethel Berntsen. His family moved to Montebello, Calif. in 1937 where he...
Read MoreHey Jim Berntsen,I'm going to miss you so much.Not only were you my favorite brother in law, but you were my friend.I could always depend on you. You will be in my thoughts always. And yes I will look after my sister for you.Gone but never forgotten. You are now playing in the Best band ever.
Diana Anderson
November 23, 2010 | Chino Valley, AZ
Ceil: I am Carol Harding former reception at your payroll company. We always got along so well and had a nice laugh or two. I saw this about your husband, and want to say how sorry I am thinking about you.
Regards from Carol formerly of CPC
November 22, 2010
Dear Ceil, My memories of Jim are those of a cousin and friend. Always considerate of my needs and cheerful. I am sad that he is gone but his music will live on.
Beverly Luchsinger
November 18, 2010 | Pearland, TX
Ceil, Melitas and I extend our deepest condolences for your loss. We feel cheated cause we did not have the pleasure of meeting Jim.
He is resting now and is in a much better place. Love, Alba & Melitas
Melitas Forster
November 15, 2010 | La Qinta, CA
Jim I am going to miss " Hey Babso" . Love and miss you Babs and Larry.
November 14, 2010
Dear Ceil,
I'm so sorry for your loss! Jim was a wonderful guy. Such a talented person and a great conversationalist. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. John Stroud
John Stroud
November 14, 2010 | Palm Desert, CA