Perry Louis Bernal
January 2, 1949 ~ August 28, 2024
Born in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Perry L Bernal
January 2, 1949 – August 28, 2024
Perry L. Bernal, 75, of Pueblo, Colorado, died Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, surrounded by his family. Memorial Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at Christ the King Parish, 1708 Horseshoe Dr.
Perry was born in Pueblo on Jan. 2, 1949 to parents Louis Bernal and Caroline Romero Bernal.
Perry met the love of his life, Susan Doll, in high school, and wooed her for 10 years before they married. Together they had one son, Nicholas Bernal. Perry was always very proud of his son and his accomplishments.
First and foremost, Perry loved his family and friends. He lived life joyously and to its fullest: skiing, golfing, playing cards, gardening, shooting pool, riding motorcycles, as well as owning horses and dogs. His favorite pastime was traveling. He loved spending time in Breckenridge, Hawaii, Alaska, Peru, Barcelona, Machu Picchu and many places in Europe.
Perry worked for 42 years for the Missouri Pacific/Union Pacific Railroad, retiring in 2010. In 2010, Perry was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Perry continued to live life, enjoying his hobbies and pastimes to the best of his ability, as well as continuing to travel, until shortly before his death.
He is survived by his wife: Susan Doll Bernal; son: Nicholas Bernal; brothers: Joseph Bernal and Patrick Bernal; sister: Dorothy Keane (Ed); brother-in-law: Tim Doll (Middle); and many beloved nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Albert Bernal; and sister-in-law: Lerlyn Doll Carpenter.
The family requests that memorials be given in Perry’s name to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741 https://give.michaeljfox.org/give/421686/#!/donation/checkout , the Parkinson Association of the Rockies,1325 S Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80222 https://parkinsonrockies.org/; or the Assistance League of Pueblo, 1112 Pueblo Blvd Way, Pueblo, CO 81005 https://www.assistanceleaguepueblo.org/.
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Services
Memorial Mass: September 6, 2024 2:00 pm
Christ The King Church
1708 Horseshoe Dr.
Pueblo, CO 81001
719-542-1552
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What a great loss. Perry was one of the most unique people I ever met. He had the ability to make people feel like they were important and interesting. Susan and Nick, I am so sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Susan and the family. This is so terribly sad. Perry and I played golf together for the last five or six years on Monday afternoon. We played throughout the year. If Perry hit a bad shot, he would never show a sign of anger. When I would hit a bad shot, he would offer consolation. He had to console me often. After we finished our round, we would usually go and have a drink in the clubhouse, where we will solve the worlds problems. I never saw Perry get angry or say anything bad about anyone. He was a gentle, wonderful soul. I will miss him every Monday, but look forward to seeing him on the course in heaven; Monday, afternoon, 1:10, tee time.
I am so sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. My thoughts and most sincere prayers go out to Susan and Nick at this very difficult time. I will always remember Perry as very kind and extremely caring person. Perry’s keen sense of humor was second to none. He will now be able to share those wonderful traits with all of his loved ones and friends in heaven.
May he rest in peace.
I’m so sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. I got to know him when he was a volunteer at the Farmer’s Market. He was always supportive of my small business and would stop by my shop after the market season to chat about his dog, cycling and gardening. Heaven got a good one. He will be missed.
God Bless,
Debbie Mulay
Love sent to Susan and the family. Peace and strength as well.
My condolences to his wife and family..I work with perry at railroad sure nice to work with perry..may u ride rails to the heavens of the universe God be with u ……r.i.p. my friend.🙏🚂🙏
As I sit here I am going through so many memories of Perry and you.
I use to love going to the reservoir with you guys. We would fish until we got hot and then water ski until we got tired and then fish again. My sister and my kids have memories of the lake where Perry would try to knock them off the tube he was pulling with the boat.
I once told him I would love to ride in the train someday and he replied anytime just let me know where you are and I will stop the train and pick you up.
I got in an argument with Perry once when we were going skiing in my VW and he was driving because I had no license at the time. I thought he was reving the motor too much so we would go back and forth on what was too many revs. I got a bit upset but not Perry he was so level headed and he soon had me laughing. I don’t believe I ever saw him get mad.
Love you my brother. RIP
We will miss you. Sending our families love your way.