David B. Bernhagen

McFarland- David Bernard Bernhagen age 55 passed away at his parent's home in Lone Rock from lung cancer on Friday, January 2, 2009.   David was born in Anchorage, Alaska on January 9, 1953 to Bud and JoAnn ( Kearney) Bernhagen.   He had the wonderful opportunity to re-visit his birthplace with his parents in 2001.   He grew up and attended school in McFarland and was very active in Boy Scouts.   He enlisted in the Air Force on February 9, 1971 and was granted an honorable discharge.   David loved working with his hands and held many jobs in his lifetime.   He had a gift for creating beautiful wood cabinetry and macrame hangings that he shared with those he loved.   David enjoyed helping others and opened his home for those in need.   He is survived by his parents, 2 brothers, Dean of San Diego, Dwight (Desiree Ramos) of McFarland, a niece and God-Daughter, Leah and a nephew, Paul both of McFarland and many aunts, uncles and cousins.   He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Bernard Kearney, Art and Helen Zaemisch, his paternal grandparents, George and Evelyn Bernhagen, an infant nephew, Patrick.   Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at the Olson-Holzhuter-Cress Funeral Home in McFarland with Pastor Steven Schneider officiating.   Military Rites by the Madison Area Firing Squad will follow the ceremony.   There will be a reception immediately following at the American Legion Hall in McFarland.   The family will greet friends at the funeral home on Saturday, January 10, 2009 from 9:00 A.M. until the time of the service.   A special thanks to the Upland-Hills Hospice and Home Health Care from Dodgeville for all their support and care.