Donald F. BERENDT

December 7, 1932 - December 13, 2020

Donald F. Berendt, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 13, 2020, at the age of 88. Donald was born December 7, 1932 in St. Louis, MO to Frank and Myrtle Berendt. He was the older brother of Gerald (Heidi) Berendt. After his service in the Korean War, Donald married the late Patricia September 26, 1966 and took care of his beloved wife for many years. They enjoyed competitive games of Scrabble, watching movies and spending time with family. He is survived by three children Lynda (Charles) Fisher, Larry Berendt and Lawanna Jordon. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Laura (Marvin), Selina, Savanna, Michael, Matthew, and Malachi and great-grandchildren Marvin, Charlotte and Lillian. Donald was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was an avid reader of history and current events, and enjoyed gardening, cooking, and playing with his great-grandchildren. He will always be remembered as a faithful, kind and gentle man who loved his family above all. There will be a memorial visitation on Monday, December 21, 2020 at Alternative Funeral & Cremation Services from 5:00 - 7:00 PM with a service at 7:00 PM. Memorials can be made in Donald’s honor to the charity of the donor’s choice.