Bernie passed away, Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home in Otsego.
He was born May 9, 1925 in Manistee, the son of William and Agnes (Ozgka) Glocheski. Bernie proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. For 38 years he was a manager at Harding’s until his retirement in 1984.
In his free time Bernie could be found working in his rose garden or watching the Detroit Tigers and Lions. He was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church and the Rose Society of Kalamazoo. In 1989 he married Joyce Sebring who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Helen Reinhart, Susan Margoshes, Michael (Linda) Glocheski, Patrick (Nana) Glocheski, Nancy (Rick) Barker and Steven (Tracy) Glocheski; 3 grandchildren; brother, Patrick Glocheski; many nieces and nephews along with his canine companion, Speedy.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Phyllis.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Bob and Bert Renauld
Rest in peace Bernie!!
Sherri Bronson
Joyce and the Glocheski Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. He was such a nice man. Mark and I got to know both Joyce and Bernie through my in-laws Al and Ginny. I always enjoyed the breakfasts we had with the whole group. I stopped at the fruit stand one afternoon early this fall and Bernie and I had the nicest visit.
My prayers are with your family
Sincerely,
Sherri Bronson
Len Kling
Bernie was a great guy, and stayed involved and active for a long time even after his retirement. The people at Harding’s will miss him!
Mary Lober
So sorry for your loss. Hope he’s having a coffee with all his friends up there. He will be missed
Carol and Donald VerHage
Joyce and family
We are sorry for your pain in the loss of your dear Bernie. You two were very special friends of my folks, Jim and Leona Smith. They knew and loved you both and so did we. Praying for God to wrap His loving arms around you and give you His sweet peace.
Love to you Carol and Donald VerHage
Dinah Howrigon
Such a special man.
Christine Broberg
Steve & Tracy,
I’m so sorry to hear.
Sending huge hugs!
Christine & Scott
John Caldwell
To the entire Glocheski Family,
we are saddened to learn of your Fathers passing. Please know that you all will be in our prayers thru this most difficult time.
Sincerely
Mary Ann Kardys
Bernie was the first Harding’s manager I worked for. I can only remember a kind and gentle person. He was so personable and remained that way. When I retired from Hardings, Bernie was a greeter at West Main. We had wonderful chats, he kept in touch with so many of his former employees. I am so grateful to have had the pleasure of knowing this remarkable person and some of his family.
John VanderSalm
We were sorry to read about Bernie. He was a delightful man and a great Santa!
Colleen (Kelsey) Ziemer
Joyce, So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember the times I sat by you in church . You are in my prayers.