Marlene Rae Berna, 86, passed away Friday June 30th, 2023, at Cedar Ridge Elder Services.

She was born August 17th, 1937, to Aarron and Mary Payne.

She married Henry (Hank) Berna April 7th, 1975. They raised 4 children together, Lance, Lori, Kevin, and Kerri. She was also a stepmother to two boys, David, and Mark.

Marlene loved the holidays or any other celebration that would give her a reason to cook. She was an avid Parker fan and enjoyed cheering them on. Other interests included traveling, shopping, knitting, crocheting, and playing cards. Camping was a big part of her life. She spent many years as a seasonal camper at Campers Haven and Rivers Edge Campgrounds.

She was the matriarch of the family, however, the title she was most proud of was that of a grandma. She had 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren (with 1 on the way) 1 great great grandchild (with 2 more on the way)

She is survived by Barb Tesch, Lori (Bill) Mead, Kevin (Judy) Tesch, Kerri (Kirk) Frisinger, David (Laura) Berna, Mark (Tina) Berna, two nieces Cheri (Ken) Flock, Debbie (Stan) Lee.

She was proceeded in death by her parent's brother, Robert Payne, son Lance Tesch, and grandson Kameron Frisinger.

Services will be held at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Rothschild on Friday, July 14th. Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. officiated by Pastor William Ostrem. Burial will be at Gate of Heaven cemetery in Kronenwetter following the service.

The family would like to Thank all the staff at Cedar Ridge. Her Inclusa and Aspirus Hospice team and her Palliative care nurse Bernie for all the help they provided these past 2 years.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association or American Diabetes Association. Two charities that were close to her heart.

John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com