Tod Bergmann

Tod Robert Bergmann of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away suddenly Saturday, September 5, 2020, at the age of 56. Tod was born on December 15, 1963, in Waterloo. He was the youngest of three sons born to Leonard and Sharron Bergmann. He was confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church and attended Cedar Falls schools, where he will no doubt be remembered for his outgoing, larger than life personality. Tod loved to have a good time and never took himself too seriously. His mischievous nature and willingness to be silly, while leaving his parents exasperated at times, were among his most endearing characteristics. Tod was extremely generous with his time and talents, frequently helping others with any and all tasks. He was a hard worker and very loyal employee. He took great pride in his work and frequently considered co-workers to be like family. In 1982, Tod moved to Denver, Colorado, where he began working at the Sheraton Denver Tech Center Hotel. He lived in Colorado for many years, working various jobs in the hotel, food, and hospitality industry. Tod was especially proud of his time at the historic Brown Palace Hotel, where he held leadership positions in the food and beverage services department. He always enjoyed sharing stories about meeting celebrities and dignitaries and did he know how to tell a story! Tod made many more lifelong friends during his years in Colorado. Tod later moved back to Waterloo to help care for his aging parents. This was a time of cherished moments with his family. He and his mother Sharron, often argued like siblings while being nearly inseparable most of the time and sharing an incredible loving bond. Tod loved his dog Maggie and spoiled all his friends’ pets to the point of ridiculous. He often lit up a room with his boundless energy and unyielding sense of humor, never to be mistaken as softspoken or demure. Tod is survived by his brothers Tim and Ted (twin) both of Waterloo as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents Willard and Ruby (Terry) Lykins and Leo and Geraldine Thieman Bergmann as well as a cousin, Chris Jacobson, all of Waterloo. His mother died on April 25, 2024. Tod will be greatly missed by his family and countless friends. There will be a brief internment service at Garden of Memories Chapel Mausoleum on Monday, June 30 at 11:00 a.m. with a celebration of life luncheon following the service.

Tod Bergmann

December 15, 1963 - September 5, 2020