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Bernie R. Duplisea

June 2, 1944 — July 7, 2024

El Paso

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bernard “Bernie” R. Duplisea on July 7, 2024, in the presence of his family.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Virginia “Ginger” of 56 years; daughter Reagan (Mark) Kelley; son, Jared “Bear” (Frankie); grandchildren, Jeremiah, Jacob, Pavel and Raleigh. Survivors also include brothers, Robert, Melvin (Cathy) and extended family. He was predeceased by parents, E. E. and Esther Duplisea, sister, Marlene and brother, Glenn.

Bernie was born and raised in Bangor, Maine. After graduating from the University of Maine-Orono, he was stationed in the U.S. Army at Fort Bliss, Texas, as a second lieutenant. He served in the Vietnam Conflict, where he was awarded a Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, Bronze Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal, as well as several other service medals. 

As a State Farm Insurance Agent for a number of years, he earned numerous awards for sales production, but most of all, enjoyed working with his clients to better serve their needs.

Bernie was especially proud of his children and always supported Reagan and Jared’s academic achievements and extra-curricular activities. He was active in his church, a Gideon and DAV #187 member.

Memorial service will be held at St Luke United Methodist Church, 9915 Montwood Dr at 10am. Committal service will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, 5200 Fred Wilson.

Memorial contributions may be made to K9s For Warriors – https://k9sforwarriors.org and are greatly appreciated.

To send flowers to the family in memory of Bernie R. Duplisea, please visit our flower store.

Service Schedule

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Gathering of Remembrance

Monday, September 16, 2024

10:00 - 11:00 am (Mountain time)

St. Luke United Methodist Church

9915 Montwood Dr., El Paso, TX

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Funeral Service

Monday, September 16, 2024

11:00 - 11:00 am (Mountain time)

St. Luke United Methodist Church

9915 Montwood Dr., El Paso, TX

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Committal Service

Monday, September 16, 2024

1:00 - 1:30 pm (Mountain time)

Fort Bliss National Cemetery

5200 Fred Wilson Ave, El Paso, TX 79906

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