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Bernard Kemsel Obituary
Bernard E. Kemsel, 89, of Wapwallopen, passed away Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.
Born in Dorrance Township, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Martha (Barchak) Kemsel. Bernard graduated from Newport High School and then from Wilkes College with a degree in accounting. He then served in the U.S. Marines and its reserves. Bernard worked as a special agent with the Criminal Investigation Division in the U.S. Internal Revenue Service for 30 years. He received the Albert Gallatin Award, the highest award from the U.S. Treasury Department. Following his career with the IRS, Bernard worked at Bonner's Chevrolet for many years.
Surviving are his wife, Rose Marie; daughter, Anne Marie Urbanski and husband, Jared; sisters, Regina Markowski and Dorothy Wengrzynek; several nieces and nephews; and his cats, Chloe and Squeaky.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Church, Dorrance. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at McCune Funeral Home, Mountain Top.
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DANA MARIE KENDRETH
September 17, 2025
Dear Rose & Ann Marie,
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept my prayers & heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
September 16, 2025
Bernard, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
Joe Gonda
September 16, 2025
Very sorry for your loss prayers and blessings for your family in this difficult time
JOSEPH TUTELLA
September 16, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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