Benjamin Mills Bernal

Benjamin Mills Bernal Age 86, passed away May 27, 2011. Born October 3, 1924 Tucson, AZ. Preceded in death by parents, Benjamin and Mary Louise Bernal; brother, Peter Bernal and sister, Mercy Hernandez. He is survived by his wife, Mary Helen Bernal; sister, Norma Silvain and brother, Herbert (Francis) Bernal. Mr. Bernal has 11 children, four stepchildren and will be missed by many loving grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mr. Bernal was raised in a young Tucson, Arizona graduated from Tucson High School. Mr. Bernal courageously served his country during World War II honorably with the US Marine Corp. The family is very proud of his service in the Pacific theater 1943 to 1945. Serving in battles of Roi-Namur of the Marshall Islands, Saipan and Tinian Islands then received a Purple Heart in the invasion of Iwo Jima. Returning home as a resident of Tucson he served as a Pima County Sheriff Deputy and Detective, he worked at Hughes Missile Systems then retired celebrating his freedom and life by spending his time driving, racing and working on his Mustangs. Ben lived as a patriot always of good moral character and integrity. He will be missed by many friends and family. We would like to thank all those who assisted Ben with care, help and support demonstrating the importance of Duty, Love and Family. Rosary will be Friday, June 3, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson. Burial with military honors will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel (742-7901).