Bernard A. Pace
September 1, 1951 ~ April 28, 2021
Bert Pace, 69, of LaSalle, IL passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in his home. He died of natural causes.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton with a brief service immediately following. Deacon John Murphy is officiating.
Bert was born in Hartford City, IN on September 1, 1951 to Bernard J. Pace and Ruth A. Squires. He married Rebecca (Strunk) Pace of Princeton, IL in 1979. They later divorced, but remained friends. He is survived by his children, Whitney (Kent) Tyne of Putnam, IL and Bill (Kerry Laing) Pace of Denver, CO.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his older brother, David "Wavy" Pace of Hartford City, IN.
Bert graduated from Blackford County High School in 1969. He was employed many years at Beck Oil, Hotsy Equipment Company, LW Schneider, and Koyak Appraisal Services. He was also a dedicated volunteer for Safehouse Animal Rescue League and helped many cats have better lives. He enjoyed fishing, biking, music, the Chicago Bears, and cooking for his family and friends.
Honorary pallbearers are: Pat Macatee, John Maddox, Tim Bruner, Ted Burnworth, Kerry Laing, and Kent Tyne.
In lieu of flowers, all memorials may be directed to Safehouse Animal Rescue League, PO Box 193, Mendota, IL 61342 or to the family.
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Prayers for strength and peace from your unexpected loss. Bert was a very kind man who did so much to help others and he will be missed by many
Thoughts are with the family at this sad time. RIP Bert, your loved ones will forever treasure your memoryâ¤ï¸
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Bert. He was such a fun loving and easy going person. Have a lot of great memories of Bert and Becky wheather if we were we were at the country house or in Princeton home having a great meal (or the rocket) we always had a good laugh especially with Bill. He will be greatly missed. Sorry for your loss sending love and prayers your way. Mike and Yo Torri
I am so sorry for your family’s loss, thinking of all of you and sending you love!!
Billy, Whitney and Becky: So sorry for your loss. Bert was a special guy! Hope your memories of him help you through this time.
Our deepest condolences go out to Bert’s family. Bert was a great person, always enjoyed his company, his stories and his humor. A great loss indeed, May God grant you peace in his passing.
Rest in Peace, my Brother …..