GERALD F. BERENDSEN, beloved husband of Mary Ann (nee Misher) for 56 years. Loving dad of Terri (Rick) Shannon and Lori (Tom) Cassano. Cherished gramps of Nick (Lesa), Ryan, Rachel and Joey. Great-grandpa of Sylvia Quinn. Dearest brother of Lawrence (deceased), Charles, James, Beverly Nelson, Edward (deceased) and Mary Lynn. Uncle and great-uncle of many. U.S. Air Force Korea Veteran. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 22, 11 a.m. at the DAVID G. MARTENS & SON FUNERAL HOME, 4175 ROCKY RIVER DR. (BETWEEN LORAIN & PURITAS). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends on THURSDAY 4-8 P.M.