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Adrian Bernardi

Visitation Date: Thursday, August 27, 2020
Visitation Time: 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Friday, August 28th, 2020
Funeral Time: 10:00 am
Place of Funeral: St. Vincent Ferrer Church
Funeral Notes: During visiting hours it is still recommended to follow the State of Illinois guidelines limiting gatherings and guests should continue to wear masks and practice social distancing. Due to limited seating requirements in Church, the family is required to present a list of attendees for the Funeral Mass in advance.
Interment: Private

Adriano “Sonny” Bernardi, 68 of Elmwood Park, IL. Born July 19, 1952 in Sant’Anna Pelago, Italy to Nello and Carolina (Bartolai) Bernardi. Preceded in death by his brother Maurizio “Rick.” Beloved husband of 43 years to Maureen Ross Bernardi, wonderful father of Lia (Casey) Wendeln and Andrew (Caroline) Bernardi, and loving grandfather to Ella, Cameron, Adrianna, Carter and Zachary. Cherished brother-in-law of Tom (Nancy), Bob (Debby), Kathryn, and John (Lisa) Ross. Uncle to many, friend to all. After a valiant battle with lung cancer, God called him home, suddenly, on Monday August 24th.

A great electrician for 40 years, he truly loved his career and all of “his guys” and missed the camaraderie of daily life on the job during his 5 years of retirement. He loved the Chicago Bears and Chicago White Sox, in tears when they won the World Series in 2005. Traveling home to Italy, he easily slipped back into life there, enjoying his distant family and introducing his wife, children and various friends to his beautiful country.

He was so very proud of his two children, the lights of his life, and thrilled with the arrival of all five of his grandchildren. His great spirituality and faith in God carried him through this very difficult time in his life. We know he is at peace and will always be with us in Spirit.

Guestbook

Posted by:
James Morris

Posted on:
Saturday, September 5, 2020

Sonny was a wonderful friend to my late brother, Don. Sonny cried at Don's funeral. Somewhere, Don is crying today. Our condolences to Maureen and the family, Jim and Trish Morris

Posted by:
Mary Kay Boukas

Posted on:
Friday, September 4, 2020

Maureen and family. So very sorry for your loss. Such a heartbreaking year for you and your family. Wishing you peace.

Posted by:
Thomas Treslo

Posted on:
Monday, August 31, 2020

To the Family of Sonny Bernardi.Our deepest condolences on Sonny’s passing. Thomas and Donna Treslo and Family.

Posted by:
Frank & Terry Kuzniar

Posted on:
Saturday, August 29, 2020

Goodbye my friend. We’ll miss you. We cherish the times we spent together. Our heartfelt condolences to you, Maureen, and the entire Bernardi and Ross family.

Posted by:
Nancy Bankemper

Posted on:
Saturday, August 29, 2020

Maureen - so very, very sorry for the loss of your dear husband. Although I never met him I know that I would have enjoyed his company. Blessings to you and your beautiful family at this very difficult time. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Nan (Bankemper)

Posted by:
Jim Nightingale

Posted on:
Friday, August 28, 2020

Our prayers go out to the Bernardi family upon their loss. I had the privilege of working with Sonny at Rex, he was a true gentleman and a leader of men.

Posted by:
Nancy Thoresen

Posted on:
Friday, August 28, 2020

Maureen, Lia, Andrew, and all, Ken and I were so very sorry to hear of Sonny’s sudden home-going. Knowing its coming makes it no easier. Even though we haven’t seen you for some years now, we have fond memories of his warm and loving spirit! May the strong, loving bond of your wonderful family carry you through to the promised reunion we have through Christ Jesus. Much love, Nancy and Ken

Posted by:
Billy Treslo

Posted on:
Thursday, August 27, 2020

Dear Maureen and Family, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Sonny's illness and passing. Sonny was a wonderful person. My warmest thoughts and prayers to you and your family. God bless and keep you Sonny. Billy Treslo, Colorado Springs Colorado

Posted by:
Chris & Lucia Parrilli

Posted on:
Thursday, August 27, 2020

Our hearts go out for your loss Marine oh sorry Sonny was a wonderful guy he will be sorely missed

Posted by:
Jack & Bonnie Buschur

Posted on:
Thursday, August 27, 2020

Maureen, Lia, Casey, Andrew, Caroline Our very deepest sympathy to all of you. Wish there were something we could say or do to ease your sorrow. We never got to spend a lot of time with Sonny but the time we spent was more than enough for us to know what a wonderful husband, father and grandfather he was. May he rest in peace and watchover all of you. Limoncello cheers to him.

Posted by:
Terry Nelson

Posted on:
Thursday, August 27, 2020

Maureen, Lia, Andrew, it was just a year ago that I was treated to Sonny and Maureen’s wonderful hospitality. Shared limoncellos admired his gorgeous tomatoes, talked baseball and football. And of course ate fabulous dinners. I am sorry I can’t be there in person to share your grief. Know that I am there in spirit. He will be missed. Love to all of you.

Posted by:
Rose Manfredini

Posted on:
Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Maureen, Lia and Andrew, My deepest condolences on the loss of your husband and father. My heart hurts with you and I am overcome with sadness at his sudden passing. Sonny was an amazing husband, father and friend to many. Always smiling, he was kind, warm-hearted and always ready to help a friend in need. He was truly a special man. I cherish our many memories together and pray that he is resting peacefully with God.

Posted by:
Kay Wendeln

Posted on:
Wednesday, August 26, 2020

My sincere condolences to Maureen, Lia, Andrew and all the extended family. It has been such a pleasure getting to know Sonny. I could not have asked for a better Father-in-Law for my son. May you all find peace in the wonderful memories you share.

Posted by:
Peggy Bassrawi

Posted on:
Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Dear Maureen and family, There are no words to describe my grief at the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to so many! I know that Sonny fought hard and everyone thought he would be OK! But God had other plans and now there is a new angel in heaven. May your love for him bring you peace. All my love, Peggy

Posted by:
Antonio Castillo

Posted on:
Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Maureen, Lia, and Andrew, Dionne and I are so sorry for your loss. Sonny was someone who always brought joy and laughter to any occasion. We have so many wonderful memories of us playing volleyball, basketball, and badminton; attending New Years parties, Halloween parties, or socializing at the Castillo, Morris, or Messerschmidt gatherings. Sonny, there are no words to express the sadness I feel knowing that we will not be able to verbally talk about the SOX, the Bears, Chicago, or Italy. God speed my friend....and thank you for having been a part of our lives... Tony