Michael Francis Bergan, 88, of Elkader, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at home in his favorite chair in the arms of his devoted wife and surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Feb. 27, 1936, near Fayette, the son of Thomas and Nelly (Kelly) Bergan. He was raised and educated in the Elkader area and graduated with the class of 1954 from St. Joseph’s Catholic School, Elkader. He enlisted in the United States Army after being home on the farm for three years.