Alan Gene Syfert

Alan Gene Syfert obituary, Bloomington, IN

Alan Gene Syfert

Alan Syfert Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Allen Funeral Home and Crematory on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Alan Gene Syfert, age 71, passed away at his residence in Bloomington, IN on Monday, October 13, 2025. He was born in Evanston, IL on November 4, 1953, to Earl Gene and Sylvia Syfert. Alan is a graduate of Butler University and Indiana University Maurer School of Law. He worked as an attorney in Bloomington for decades and had a strong passion for IU sports and playing golf.
He is survived by his wife, Catherine Berndt; daughters, Jessica Berndt and Christine (Andrew Aluko) Berndt; and siblings, Steve (Darci Busk) Syfert and Jon (Janet) Syfert. Alan is preceded in death by his parents.
No services will be held, per his wishes. Allen Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. You are invited to share a memory or leave an online condolence to Alan's family at www.allencares.com

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