Dr. Bernard Scheiner Sr.

Dr. Bernard (Fumagalli) Scheiner Sr., "Bernie," 76, passed away July 31, 2014, in Las Vegas, from a blood clot to the heart. He was born March 12, 1938, in Atlantic City, N.J. Bernie and Estelle were married March 26, 1959. He is a 1958 graduate of Basic High School and earned a BS and PhD in chemistry from the University of Nevada in 1961 and 1969 respectively. He remains the 26th all-time score list in basketball at UNLV (NSU). He served as an adjunct chemistry professor at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa until his death. He resided in Northport, AL with his wife for the past 35 years. A member of the church of Christ for 55 years and a former elder, currently he was a member of the Northwood congregation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto Scheiner and Rita Skramstead; and one brother, Art Fumagalli. He is survived by his wife, of 55 years, Estelle Barker Scheiner, a graduate of Rancho High School; a son, Bernard Jr. (Glenda); a daughter, Charlotte; grandchildren, Taylor (Kyle) Carnley, Sydney Stripling, Emily Scheiner and Andrea Scheiner; and a brother, Stanley Scheiner. A memorial service will be held August 15th at 7 pm, Northwood church of Christ, Northport, AL. In lieu of flowers, donations to the
Alzheimer's Association
"Bernie Scheiner Tribute Fund" are appreciated; visit the tribute page at Alz.org to make a donation. Personal notes of condolence can be emailed to sympathyforberniescheinersr@yahoo.com

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