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Bernard (Bernie) Ewald Heinemann |
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May 26, 1926 ~ May 22, 2015 |
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May 26, 2015 |
 Bernard
(Bernie) Ewald Heinemann, a long time resident
of Porthill Idaho, passed away May 22, 2015 at
the Boundary County Restorium. Service to be
announced at a later date.
Born May 26, 1926 in Lyons, Nebraska to John and
Caroline Heinemann, Bernie was one of 13
children. In 1957 after a two year term in the
U.S. Marine Corps, Bernie joined his brother
Adolf and his family who were living in
Porthill. In 1963 Bernie met the love of his
life and wife of 50 years, Ethel June Aller
Eskew. They married July 10, 1964, and
subsequently raised six children together on
their farm in Porthill.
Bernie is survived by his loving wife June
Heinemann, son Daniel J. Heinemann (Nida),
daughter Mona L. Nicholls (Mark), son Ronald S.
Heinemann (Marie), daughter Lorena K. Sayers
(Raymond), and son Roger W. Heinemann
(Annabelle); twelve grandchildren: Kirsten L.
Jenks Madden (Eddie Jr.), Dirinda Terry
(Stephen), Deborah Kipf (Christopher), Jess
Wardwell (Kristen), Justin K. Munkholm
(Lindsay), Ryan T. Nicholls (Stephanie), Chad M.
Nicholls, Derrick H. Heinemann, Kellee J.
Quesada (Arnold), Malina J. Heinemann, Raymond
J. Sayers Jr. and Aimee N. Sayers; three great
grandchildren: Brittany Crowell (Dustin),
Tiffany Cutright, and Ashley Kipf and one great,
great granddaughter Augusta Mae Crowell.
Bernie' s love for farming was always reflected
in his work and the appearance of his fields and
crops. Known for his sharp wit, he would always
make you laugh. In his later years, after
retiring from actively farming, he honed his
woodworking skills. His craftsmanship can be
viewed at the Boundary County Museum where his
works are now on display for all to enjoy.
Bernie was predeceased by his daughter Marjorie
June Gray, and one granddaughter; Jeanette
Heinemann.
The family wishes to extend our deepest
gratitude to Kirsten Madden and Rena Sayers for
their unwavering dedication to the care of
Dad/Grandpa in the absence of those of us who
live too far away. These two women have proven
themselves to be angels in the care of both June
and Bernie. Thank you ladies, from all of us.
The family would also like to thank Dan for
countless hours in regards to the financial and
medical care of Dad. We would also like to thank
the Staff and Management of the Boundary County
Restorium, who were instrumental in the care
during the last few months of Dad's life.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Friends of
the Restorium would be greatly appreciated.
Family and friends are invited to sign Bernie’s
book at
www.bonnersferryfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of
Bonners Ferry Funeral Home. |
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