Col. Alan J. Berg, Ret. U.S. Army

his family by his side Wednesday evening November 8, 2017 at the IU Health Hospice House. He was born May 19, 1941 in White Bear Lake, Minnesota to Homer C. and Doris Jerome Berg. Alan received his Bachelor’s Degree from North Dakota State University where he also first became involved with the United States Military as a cadet with the R.O.T. C. He then went on to active duty with the U.S. Army in the early 1960’s. After his active duty, Alan spent over 30 years with the U.S. Army Reserves, attaining the rank of full Colonel. During his time with the reserves, he was the commander of both the Bloomington and the Camp Atterbury Units. He served during Desert Storm with the 416th Army Engineers Unit under Generals Norman Schwarzkopf and Colin Powell. He also received his MBA from the IU Kelly School of Business. Professionally, Alan spent over 40 years with Westinghouse/ABB in various plants in the United States and around the world. Alan was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and community leader. He was a longtime member of the St. Paul Catholic Church, he served both as a volunteer and employee of the Monroe County Republican Party, and was an avid fan of IU athletics. He thoroughly enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brothers, sisters, and grandchildren. He also loved attending car races and was a member of the Porsche Club of America. He will be most remembered for being the most amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, & friend a person could ask for. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Berg of Bloomington; children Tim Jolivette and wife Sandy of Bloomington, Christy Jolivette Crider of Bloomington, Kari Berg and husband Pete Wilson of Sydney, Australia, and Kristin Berg Scott and husband Jamie Dulick of Columbus, Ohio. Also surviving are grandchildren Austin, and Rilee Jolivette, John Crider and wife Kelsey, and Cassidy Crider, Blake and Brylie Wilson, and Cooper Dulick; siblings Carol O’Toole of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Tom Berg and wife Rose of Devils Lake, North Dakota, Bill Berg and wife Nancy of Lewistown, Montana, Mary Berg Lass and husband Ron of Lake Park, Minnesota, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Alan was predeceased by his parents. Memorial Services for Alan will be held Friday, November 17, 2017 at 4:00PM at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory 4155 South Old State Road 37. Visitation will also be held Friday at Allen Funeral Home from 2:00PM until the time of the service at 4:00PM. Alan’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at IU Health Hospice House for the wonderful and loving care they gave him. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Alan’s memory to the Hospice House. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Col. Alan J. Berg, Ret. U.S. Army

May 19, 1941 - November 8, 2017