Jay G. Bernhardt's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Syracuse, New York

Jay G. Bernhardt

January 31, 1943 - July 20, 2025 (82 years old)

Syracuse, New York

Jay G. Bernhardt's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Syracuse, New York

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Thomas J. Pirro Jr. Funeral Home

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Jay G. Bernhardt

January 31, 1943 - July 20, 2025 (82 years old)

Syracuse, New York

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Jay G. Bernhardt Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on July 20, 2025, at the age of 82, Jay G. Bernhardt in Syracuse, New York, born in Cooperstown, New York passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, H. Edward Bernhardt and Joyce Bernhardt (House); and his brothers, Douglas and Robert. He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Bernhardt (Polge); his children, Erica Pigula (Daniel) and Jason Bernhardt (Ana); his father-in-law Albert Polge; and his grandchildren, Albert, Jay Daniel, Kayleen, Bernardo and Sammy. He is also survived by brother/sisters-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close members of the Polge family, as well as his beloved friends.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jay's name may be made to one's favorite charity.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Thomas J. Pirro Jr. Funeral Home



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July 28, 2025

Steven and Carrie Perkins lit a candle

“In loving memory of Jay G. Bernhardt, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.”


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July 22, 2025

Judson Davis wrote a sympathy message

“Vitae summa brevis spem nos vetat incohare longam: ..they are not long, those days of wine and roses ..Out of a misty dream -Our path emerges for awhile, then closes Within a dream. I had a professional and a personal relationship with Jay and he was a magnificent friend and person. Always had time for you in spite of his magnificant growth of JGB and he always welcomed me with a generous smile and a fantastic outlook on life. He lived his dream! RIP my friend.”


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July 28

Visitation

Thomas J. Pirro Jr. Funeral Home
3401 Vickery Rd, Syracuse, NY 13212

Tue

July 29

Celebration of life

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Church
259 E Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY 13202

Tue

July 29

Entombment

St. Mary's Cemetery

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