Bernadine F. Maki age 79 of DeKalb, IL, died on Saturday September 22, 2012 in her residence in DeKalb. Born on November 30, 1932 in DeKalb, she was the daughter of Peter and Nellie (Upson) Lundgren. Bernadine was married to the late Uuno Maki on April 21, 1951 in DeKalb, he preceded her in death September 15, 1988.

Bernadine worked at the Montessori School in DeKalb; she has lived most of her life in the DeKalb community. Bernadine was an active member of Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church in DeKalb. She graduated from DeKalb Township High School in 1950.

Survivors include: daughter: Sue Ann Brown of DeKalb, son: John (Lori) Maki of Ogden, Utah, grandchildren: Kristina (Kelly) Lauritzen, Melinda Brown, Mathew Brown, Emily (Russ) Carlson, Kathryn Bogy, Brandon (Jennifer) Egbert, Melanie Egbert, 17 great-grandchildren, sister: Violet (Alex) Smith of New Milford, IL, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents, son: David, sisters: Harriett, Louise, Avis, brothers: Bernard, Chuck, Donald, Rodney, and Peter.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday September 27, 2012 at 10:30am in the Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church in DeKalb with Pastor Gary Erickson officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Park Cemetery in DeKalb. Visitation will be held on Wednesday September 26, 2012 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to be established at a later date. To send an online condolence visit: www.ronanmoorefinch.com. Arrangements were entrusted to: Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-3841.

Service:
Thursday September 27, 2012

10:30am

Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
Visitation:
Wednesday September 26, 2012

4:00pm to 7:00pm

Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home