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Remembering Bernard Weichel: A Dedicated Community Member and Veteran

Bernard L. Weichel, 86, of Pensacola Florida passed away on June 20, 2026. Bernard was born on November 25, 1939 in Plymouth Nebraska. Bernard has lived in the Pensacola area for 50 years. During life Bernard retired after serving in…

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  • Bernard Weichel, an 86-year-old Navy veteran, passed away in Pensacola.
  • He is survived by his extended family, including 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
  • A memorial service will be held at Barrancas National Cemetery on July 1, 2026.

Bernard L. Weichel, an 86-year-old resident of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on June 20, 2026. Originally from Plymouth, Nebraska, he made Pensacola his home for the past 50 years.

Bernard served in the United States Navy for 26 years before retiring. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Weichel, as well as his sons, Arthur J. Jones and Jackie C. Jones. He is survived by his family, including Geni Imbriani (Bill D), Daniel Guy, Vicki Zelasko (Tom D), and Bonnie Covington (Clarence), along with 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

A service honoring Bernard’s life will take place on July 1, 2026, at Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola. The graveside service is scheduled for 11:00 AM, with attendees asked to meet at the Olive Baptist Church Warrington location by 10:30 AM before proceeding to the cemetery.

This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.

Based on reporting originally published by Pensacola Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. Read the original story.

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Randy Breland is the Managing Editor of NewsWK Pensacola, covering local government, public safety, and Gulf Coast community news. A retired U.S. military veteran and Pensacola resident, Randy brings a commitment to accuracy and accountability journalism to Escambia County and the surrounding region. He has called the Gulf Coast home for several years and covers breaking news, civic affairs, and community events across Northwest Florida. https://www.linkedin.com/in/randybreland/ To contact Randy you can email him at News@pensacola.newswk.com

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