BRIAN DAVID "SHACK" BERNHART, 49, of New Orleans, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at his residence. Born April 15, 1962, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Gerald J. and Sonya L. (Turner) Bernhart. He worked as a musician and bartender. He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. He enjoyed music and traveling which eventually led him to reside in New Orleans for the past eight years. "He enjoyed spending time with his friends and will be missed by many." Surviving are his sisters, Heather (Tim) Klage and Heidi (Matthew) Densel, both of Fort Wayne; brother, Scott (Carol) Bernhart of Arlington, Texas; one niece; and six nephews. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Bethany Luthean Church with visitation 1 hour prior to services. Burial in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Preferred memorials may be made to the family.