Bernard Moline
Bernard (Bernie) D. Moline, age 82, of Quincy, IL, passed away June 30, 2021, in his home.
Mr. Moline was born April 9, 1939, in Fort Madison, IA, the son of Francis D. and Bernice (Willits) Moline. He married Roma J. Taylor on July 10, 1960, in Kahoka, MO. She survives.
Bernie graduated from Farmington High School (Farmington, IA) in 1956 and attended Gem City Business College in Quincy. He worked several different jobs before entering his 35-year career as a pattern maker. He retired from Gardner Denver-Cooper Industries LaGrange Foundry in 2002.
After retiring, Bernie’s hobby was woodworking, making beautiful intricate pieces (bowls were his specialty). He enjoyed landscaping and took great pride in a beautifully kept lawn. Bernie was a very ‘handy’ guy and could fix just about anything. He loved spending quality time with family and friends and possessed a great sense of humor to all that knew him.
In addition to his wife, Roma, Bernie is survived by his four children: one daughter, Diahn Moline of Quincy; three sons, Douglas (Betsy) Moline of Willow Spring, NC; David (Evie) Moline of Cedar Rapids, IA; and Drew (Laurie) Moline of Quincy.
Nine grandchildren survive: Craig Moline of Houston, TX; Courtney Moline of Bettendorf, IA; Collin Moline of Mechanicsville, IA; Seth Moline of O’Fallon, IL; Emma Moline and Kyle Moline of Quincy, IL; Brandon (Stephany) Tanner of Lillington, NC; Renee (Akram) Darweesh of Willow Spring, NC; and Zach Tanner of Raleigh, NC. Also surviving are eight great grandchildren; one brother, Larry (Bev) Moline of Fort Collins, CO; and nieces & nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation rites will be accorded. In lieu of visitation and funeral services, the family will celebrate Bernie’s life with a private family memorial service. Memorial contributions in Bernard’s name are suggested to Blessing Hospice. You are invited to share your memories of Bernie and leave a condolence at www.dukerandhaugh.com.
Rest easy grandpa. I miss you
Dear Roma and family. I want you to know Bernie will be missed. Bernie was a true gentleman. I will always remember the Turkey dinners we use to go to. I will miss our conversations when he came in for his eye exams. Sorry for your loss. With Love, Linda carpenter
Dave, Evie, and family, So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Keith & Loretta.
Sorry for your loss. Bernie was a very good pattern maker. We worked together a Gardners in the office, the pattern shop, later at the Gem City and then Gardners at Lagrange. He was a good and friendly person .
Sorry family for your loss. Bernie was a great neighbor and a super guy.
Words are not adequate at a time like this to express how sorry we are to hear of Bernie’s passing but we hope you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May our Lord God take you by the hand and lead you through this difficult time and grant you peace, strength and hope. With deepest sympathy.
Bill & Betty