Bernard Tarnow

Bernard Eugene Tarnow March 2, 1931-June 12, 2013 Cherished Father, Grandfather, and Great-grandfather, Bernard Eugene Tarnow, 82, of Mill Creek was called home to Jesus on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 to be with his best friend and loving wife, Doris (Jones) Tarnow of 60 years who passed away in 2012. Bernard (Gene) was born March 2, 1931 to Lawrence and Velma Tarnow. On December 23, 1951 Gene married his high school sweetheart, Doris Jones, while he was on leave from the US Air Force. Gene and his wife have five children who survive them: Debbie (Jay) Singleton, Linda Tarnow, Paula (Garry) Nichols, Teresa (Dale) Tuholski, and Rod (Laurie) Tarnow; 15 grandchildren; Eric Greenwood (deceased), Amy (Chad) Harmon, Jay (Holly) Singleton, Penny (Lenny) Grosswiler, Lisa Daube, Amanda Daube, Jennifer (Ray) Callahan, Joshua Dunkleberger, Phillip (Lindsey) Nichols, Garry Nichols, Andy (Betsy) Tuholski, Michael Tuholski, Kelsey Tuholski, Ben Tarnow, Grace Tarnow and 15 great-grandchildren; Nathan Emerick, Jason, Jared, and Julie Grosswiler, Abby, Shelby Korbin, and Violet Singleton, Brooklyn Wedow, Lily, Bailee, Cami, and Cali Callahan, Colin and Mary Jayne Nichols. Also surviving is one sibling Wayne Tarnow. Seven siblings; Richard, Lloyd, William, Patricia, Mary, David and Wendell, preceded him in death. Also surviving are loving in-laws Dale (Jean) Jones, Phyllis (Chuck) Hanna and Carol (Dave) Peery. Gene proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After leaving the military he worked over 40 years at Clark Equipment and Sullair Corporation until he retired. Gene was known as an athlete. An avid basketball player, golfer, baseball player, and track star. He was a loyal I.U. fan and enjoyed friendly wagers with his friends and grandchildren. Gene and Doris both had green thumbs growing prize vegetables that were shared with all. He was known to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as someone who could make them laugh, always quick to tease or tell a joke. He taught his children the love of music early on by playing the harmonica, singing them songs, and teaching them to polka. He taught his family to love and appreciate the beauty of the outdoors and was very proud of his farm. Gene was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church his entire life. He served faithfully as Deacon and Trustee for many years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He modeled work ethic, integrity and loyalty in all that he did. He was a humble man and will be missed so very much by his family. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father,and grandfather, a role model for always striving to do the right and honorable thing. Jesus opened his arms on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 and took Gene home so that he can once again walk hand in hand with his wife and his best friend Doris; Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends Monday, June 17, 2013 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Tuesday, June 18, 2013 from 9:00 am, until time of service. A life celebration will be held to honor and celebrate Gene's life at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Tuesday June 18, 2013 at 10:00 am with Rev. Jeff Zigler officiating. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery, Mill Creek, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice of LaPorte P.O. Box 250 LaPorte, IN 46350 or South LaPorte County Special Education Cooperative.. Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Bernard Eugene Tarnow please visit our Sympathy Store.