Jul 19, 2025

Bernadine Bernice (Mettlen) Minear

Posted Jul 19, 2025 1:31 PM
Bernadine Bernice (Mettlen) Minear
Bernadine Bernice (Mettlen) Minear

Bernadine Bernice (Mettlen) Minear 95, was born March 1,1930 in Doniphan, Nebraska. Daughter of CA Mettlen and Velma.

Bernadine departed peacefully July 17,2025 at Lincoln Park Manor, Lincoln, Ks.

She has proceeded in death by; Dwight Minear, husband; Steve and Sylvia Minear, Son and daughter-in-law; Marianna Maginess, daughter; Serena Gagliardi, daughter; Deb Minear, daughter-in-law; Darin Vance, grandson.

Among survivors are: Shelley Buchanan, daughter Fayetteville, AR; Jay Minear, son Lincoln, KS; 11 Grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren.

Bernadine had a vivacious full life. Full of joy and much laughter. She loved her family and spoke her mind well. She was loved by many. She was a homemaker, Mom, grandma, great grandma. Leaving a legacy of her talents and knowledge to each one she came in contact with. She was an entrepreneur, owning several businesses and being successful at each one. Her talents lead to being a dairy woman, gardener, seamstress, baker and businesswoman.

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