He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Estle Ipson and Virgil Ipson.
He leaves to mourn him, his wife of 19 years, Bonita Ipson of Rogers; children, Kim (Mike) Beebe, Richard Ipson, and Karen Egbarts; grandchildren, Bailey Ipson, Ashlie Socha, Bret Beebe, Trevor, Joshua and Madison Egbarts; and great grandson, Jaxson Socha.
His special friends, ex-wife, Judy Ipson, daily chat buddy, Harold Williams and Warren Frocheiser will also miss him dearly.
At Bernie’s request, no formal service will be held. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Omaha, Nebraska.
Arrangements under the care of Rollins Funeral Home.
Online condolences can be made at www.rollinsfuneral.com.