EMA mourns the loss of a true industry icon and an exceptional human being, Bert Berkley. Bert passed away at the age of 101 and leaves behind a legacy like no other. His contributions to our field were monumental, but it was his generosity, kindness, and support for the greater good that truly set him apart. Our hearts are with the Berkley Family, Tension Corporation, and his many friends in Kansas City, across the country, and around the world.
We are saddened to share the news that Bert Berkley, Chairman Emeritus of Tension, and grandson of our founder, passed away on July 16, 2024 at 101 years old. Bert regularly said that working at Tension was the only job he ever wanted and his legacy will be forever felt throughout the halls of Tension. A veteran of two wars and an outstanding civic leader, Bert will be missed by all of those who knew him. Read more about his extraordinary life here: https://bit.ly/3Yd3UdA.