Bernard “Bernie” Binon, 74, of Shawano, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at his home. Born on March 10, 1940, in Green Bay, he was the son of the late Bernard and Mary Magdalin (Tiplet) Binon.
After graduating from high school, Bernie enlisted with the United States Navy and proudly served his country for six years. After his honorable discharge from service, he returned to the Milwaukee area, where he was a bus driver for Milwaukee County Transit. When not at work, Bernie loved spending time with his kids and beloved grandchildren. He also had a passion for racing, both as a driver and as a fan, and sending snail mail. Known to many as Rubber Duckie, his great sense of humor, quick wit, joking personality and kind heart will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Bernie is survived by his seven children, Jill (Barrie) Binon, of Mequon, Joseph (Kathy) Binon, of West Allis, Mary (David) Soliz, of West Allis, Kimberly (Salvador) Binon-Tejeda, of Gresham, Nikki (Clinton) Binon-Lashley, of Racine, Leslie (Jason) Ladner, of New Berlin, Donald (Amanda) Binon, of Milwaukee; two daughters-in-law, Jennifer Fuhrmann, of Menomonee Falls, and Kay Binon; 16 grandchildren, Julianna, David, Ashley, Riley, Marley, James, Cody, Tori, Emma, Abbi, Jonathyn, Makinna, Morgan, Dakota, Mike Jr., Kahlina; four siblings, Janice (Frank) Hernet, Cindy (Jeff) Hafert, Dennis (Linda) Binon, Ben (Kathy) Binon; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Bernie was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Wayne.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano. Military rites will be conducted by the Shawano American Legion Post 117 at the funeral home following the service. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund is being established.
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