Mary Elizabeth Berndt

Mary Elizabeth Berndt, 76, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

Mary was born on August 13, 1949, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Clara Lucille (Nichols) and Ernest Moodie Leisher, Sr. With a naturally caring spirit, she devoted much of her life to serving others through her work as a caregiver.

She shared her life with her husband, William “Bill” Robert Berndt, who lovingly survives her.

Mary’s greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her daughters, Chandra Ackerman (Adam) of Inman, Kansas, and Brittany “Babs” Berndt (Polly) of Independence, Missouri; and her sons, John Campbell of Salina, Kansas, Mark Campbell (Glenna) of Salina, Kansas, and Bill Berndt (Megan) of Spring Hill, Kansas.

She is also lovingly remembered by her five grandchildren—Jonathan, Kaela, Jovi, Ethan, and Amanda—along with several nieces and nephews who held a special place in her heart.

Mary is survived as well by her sister, Elsie Leisher of Salina, Kansas, and her brother, Joseph Leisher of Indianapolis, Indiana.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Jerome, Emma, and Ernest Jr.; and her first husband, Lorne Campbell.

In accordance with Mary's wishes, cremation was chosen, and no services are planned.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.