James Edward Bermel's obituary , Passed away on October 10, 2025 in Muscatine, Iowa
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James Edward Bermel

July 21, 1944 - October 10, 2025 (81 years old)

Muscatine, Iowa

James Edward Bermel's obituary , Passed away on October 10, 2025 in Muscatine, Iowa
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James Edward Bermel

July 21, 1944 - October 10, 2025 (81 years old)

Muscatine, Iowa

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James Edward Bermel Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Edward Bermel (Muscatine, Iowa), who passed away at the age of 81, on October 10, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Edward Bermel to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank E. Bermel and Cleo L. Carter Bermel; and his brother Dennis Bermel. He is survived by: his wife Susan Fifer; his sons, Jesse Bermel (Ashley) and Jason Bermel; his grandchildren, Wynnie and Evie Bermel; and his siblings, Janet Derksen (John) and Ronald Bermel (Deb).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude's, St. Mary's Cemetery, and Ss.

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October 16, 2025

Renee Lemburg wrote a sympathy message

“Wanted to share this blessed message... Sue and I were out one evening to get our woes out of us from the week and this wonderful man Jim and friend happened by and sat and chatted with us and when Sue and I left she was chatting fast and the rest is history as they say Jim a super guy was like an angel that had found Sue and she was so very blessed to share in his life and the most amazing sons and family ! Love you my dear friend and it's a treasure thought I'd never forget! 🙏🫂🌹 Renee”

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Oct 16

Visitation

Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home
1931 Houser St, Muscatine, IA 52761

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Oct 16

Rosary

Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home
1931 Houser St, Muscatine, IA 52761

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Oct 17

Funeral Mass

Mary and Mathias ChurchMary and Mathias Church
215 W 8th St, Muscatine, IA 52761

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