Terry Lynn “Barney” Bernhardt, 81, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Franklin, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, Iowa.
He was born on October 12, 1944 in Fort Madison, Iowa, the son of LeRoy J. and Pauline (Haffner) Bernhardt.
He is survived by three nephews: Mark Bernhardt, Steve Bernhardt, Jeff Bernhardt; and three nieces: Nancy Morgan, Carol Pence, and Heather Bernhardt. Also surviving are several great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Wayne and Donald; and two nephews: Tom and Leonard.
Barney worked at the Langenback Saw Mill in Fort Madison, Iowa.
A visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson, with no family present. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2025 at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson with Pastor Mike Bennett officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery, near Franklin Iowa. A memorial has been established in his memory.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.