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Donald “Bernie” Bernard Nienaber

Donald “Bernie” Bernard Nienaber, age 89, of Branson, Missouri.

Donald “Bernie” Bernard Nienaber, age 89, of Branson, Missouri, passed away October 5, 2022, with family on his side. He entered this life March 31, 1933, the son of Jerry and Unabel (Nicholson) Nienaber. Don was joined in marriage January 19,1952, to his high school sweetheart, Dorothy “Dot” Potts.

Don proudly served our country in the United States Army as a Sergeant during the Korean War. After his time in the Army, he worked as an electrician until he retired. Don loved being able to go traveling and RV camping with Dot. He enjoyed fishing and watching the St. Louis Cardinals play baseball. Don was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. The memories and moments created with those he loved most will be cherished forever.

Don is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Jerry and Duane; sister, Anita Samuels; and granddaughter, Jentri Blackburn.

He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Dorothy Nienaber of Branson, Missouri; daughter, Sheryl (Bob) Blackburn of Jefferson City, Missouri; two sons: Mark (Janet) Nienaber of Ozark, Missouri, and Steve (Penny) Nienaber of Branson, Missouri; five grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

There will be a memorial service held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.

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