David F. Bernath 63, of Grafton passed away Saturday November 12, 2011 at home following a long illness. He was born March 31, 1948 in Toledo, OH. David served with the United States Marine Corp. in Vietnam. He was a union laborer in the construction trades. David enjoyed spending time with his family; he was an avid sports fan especially enjoying wrestling, The New York Yankees, The Ohio State Buckeyes, and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Survivors include his wife of thirty two years; Joni L. (nee: Morgan), two sons; Matt L. (Becky) of Spencer, Jason A. of Grafton, additional survivors include his mother; Phyllis Bernath (nee: Baker) five grandchildren; Trinity, Breannah, Blake, Mason, Braxton, and a sister; Karen Mitchell of Clearwater, FL. David was preceded in death by his father; John Bernath, a brother; John and a sister; Joan Johnson. Friends may call 5-8PM Wednesday November 16, 2011 at The Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at State Rt. 57) Elyria (440)322-4626 where V.F.W. Post #1079 will provide full military honor services at 8:00 PM Wednesday following visitation. Burial will be on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, OH. Memorial contributions in David's memory can be sent to Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 Attn: Gift Processing. Online condolences can be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com Service: 8:00 PM Wednesday November 16, 2011 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria, Ohio Visitation: 5-8 PM Wednesday Novmeber 16, 2011 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria, Ohio