David J. Bertman, age 73, of Warsaw, and previously a longtime resident of Mishawaka, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
Born in South Bend on Dec. 27, 1947, David was the son of John and Esther Baranowski Bertman. He was a graduate of South Bend’s Central High School and was united in marriage to Lynn Madaras on May 8, 1976, though she preceded him in passing on Jan. 5, 2009.
David was a hard worker, having worked in drafting, CAD and as a welder for several companies in St. Joe and Elkhart counties. He retired from full-time employment with Utilimaster and had worked for Martin’s Supermarkets since. He was a member of the American Legion in Mishawaka and North Webster, enjoyed golfing and bowling and is remembered for his ornery sense of humor.
Blessed to find love twice, David was engaged to Barbara Hudson, who survives in Warsaw. Also surviving are his two sons, Eric Bertman and Aaron Bertman, of Mishawaka; granddaughter, Kendall Bertman, of Destin, Fla.; grandson, Nolan Bertman, of Elkhart; two nephews, Chad and Scott Darnold, of South Bend; and niece, Jessica Markin, of Walkerton at Koontz Lake.
In addition to Lynn, David was preceded in passing by his brother, Phillip.
Assisting the family is Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw, where friends may gather for visitation on Thursday, March 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. At 7 p.m., Titus Funeral Home’s Sharon Brockhaus will officiate David’s Life Celebration service. A graveside committal will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery in South Bend on Friday, March 5 at 11 a.m.
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In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that expressions of sympathy be made as donations to your local American Legion.
Written condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.
