Bernadine R. Allen

Bernadine Rose Allen (née Bourbon), age 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Bismarck, Missouri, surrounded by her family, on October 25, 2026. Born on July 10, 1937, in St. Louis, Missouri, Bernadine lived a long and beautiful life rooted in love, creativity, and family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Dean, who passed on April 12, 2026.

She is survived by her sister, Janet, five children, six grandchildren, and seven great‑grandchildren.

Bernadine’s life was filled with the joy of raising and teaching children, an appreciation for beauty, and a deep love of birds and nature. She will be remembered for her strength, her devotion to family, her creativity, and her wonderful fashion sense.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at C.Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home in Desloge, Missouri, from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. followed by a graveside service in Richwoods, Missouri on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11 A.M. Her family is deeply grateful for the kindness, support, and sympathy shown during this time.

In lieu of flowers or plants, donations may be made to the Audubon Society (https://act.audubon.org/a/memorial-gift), the Arbor Day Foundation (https://shop.arborday.org/tree-dedication), St. Stephen’s church in Richwoods Missouri (https://www.osvhub.com/stjoachim/giving/funds/special-donation ), or any charity of your choice.