Nels Kenneth “Ken” Bernander, 93, of Oak Ridge, passed away on Saturday, February 3, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center.
He was born to parents Rudolf and Roberta Bernander on December 17, 1921, in Money, Mississippi.
Ken graduated from Mississippi State University in 1942, receiving his degree in chemical engineering. He worked at the Y-12 Facility from 1944-1985, holding various positions. From 1968-1985, he was division superintendent over Product Certification.
After his retirement, he served as a consultant with Martin Marietta. [Read more…]