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Bernard J. Waters

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Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

Bernard Waters Obituary

BERNARD J. WATERS
On Thursday, January 6, 2011 of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of the late Julia J. Waters; loving father of the late Michael A. Waters; father-in-law of Maria M. Waters; brother of John Waters. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Camillus Church, 1600 St. Camillus Drive, Silver Spring, MD on Monday, January 10 at 10 a.m. Entombment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Camillus Church.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 7, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Waters

16 Entries

Patti Marks-Briscoe

January 20, 2011

Mr. Waters was one of the kindest people I have ever met! He will be missed by many people. From the time I was a little girl I loved going to the Waters' house. They were so kind and giving to my parents in their time of need I wish had lived closer to repay their kindness. I will always have very fond memories of him and I feel lucky to have known him.

Harold Gomes

January 17, 2011

Mr. Waters was (and still is, no doubt) a good friend of mine. We shared the same birthday and exchanged cards; i remember him singing 'happy birthday to us.' It was always good to hear him share stories of his experience of American history. He was also quite knowledgeable on faith/theological matters and shared his Catholic magazines with. Mr. Waters was always cheerful and had a positive outlook on life; he will surely be missed.

Barbara Amberg

January 12, 2011

Mr. Waters was such a dear man, loved by everyone in my family. I always enjoyed visiting with him on my trips to Maryland. I'll always remember him with great fondness, and I'm grateful to have known him.
Barbara Amberg

Tom and Maria Lampos

January 12, 2011

Mr. Waters was such a wonderful man. Always with a smile on his face. We were fortunate enough to spend Thanksgiving with him. When he spoke, everyone listed, and we truly enjoyed those special times with him. To his daughter-in-law Maria, you have our deepest sympathies. Bernard is in a wonderful place, with his wife Julia and your Mike.

Joan Conway

January 12, 2011

Bernie Waters was a gentle man and a gentleman. He was faithful, loyal, reliable and ever so kind. He will be missed by all of us.

Mike Miehl

January 11, 2011

Bernie was an amazing person. I am very grateful to have known him, even if it was briefly. He had agreed to speak with me about his critical work with the United States' Civil Rights Laws,for the Oakview Citizen, but it did not work out. What a gentle soul and a great man. It is now our turn to carry on the good work he did. - Mike Miehl, Silver Spring MD

Elise Nucci Thompson

January 11, 2011

God Bless Mr. Waters. He was known as St. Bernie of Statside Drive. Mr. Waters was he kindest man and a true example of a good Christian. He was so good to everyone. I am certain he is reunited with his dear wife and son, in heaven. Rest in peace, Mr. Waters. With love,
Elise Nucci Thompson

Helen Watters

January 11, 2011

With deepest sympathy from your distant relative in the UK. I believe Bernard was my father James Watters' cousin. My grandfather was James Watters from Sligo, Ireland. What a great story to come from the poverty of Ireland and to achieve so much.

Rob Amberg

January 11, 2011

Truly one of the most gentle, caring, giving people i have ever met. It was an absolute honor to know you. Your support for both me and my family was both generous and kind. We will all miss your smile, your quiet voice and your integrity.

MAUREEN O'BRIEN

January 10, 2011

BERNIE, HOW GRACIOUS, GOOD AND FAITHFILLED MAN YOU HAVE BEEN, HOW DEAR A FRIEND TO OUR FATHER AND OUR FAMILY IN HIS LOSS THIS OCTOBER! BE BLESSED ON YOUR WAY...

January 9, 2011

We want to express our sympathy and support for Bernard Waters' family. We are neighbors and had only gotten to know him recently but we were very impressed by his positive outlook, supportive comments, and enthusiasm. We will miss seeing him and feeling his presence in his house on the corner.
Sincerely, Ramona and John Buck

Rhonda Blakely

January 9, 2011

Dear Family and Friends of Bernie,

Please accpet my sincere sympathy at the loss of your loved one. Bernice was always so polite and mannerable. He was so gracious when I called and asked him to lector in my place. He was kind and encouraging when me and wished me the best during my recovery from surgery. We will miss a wonderful parishioner and friend. May the Peace of the Lord be with you.

Mark Amberg

January 9, 2011

Bernie, you were a great man, friend, neighbor, husband and father. Your intelligence was admirable and you were like a "rock" in the Oakview Community for 50+years! (Especially for everyone on Stateside & East Light Drives.

Thank you, Bernie, for baptizing my father, Rober Amberg, before he passed away almost 9 years ago.

They don't make many men as dignified, gentle and caring as Bernie any more.....he was an inspiration to us all! Rest in peace, Bernie. You will not be forgotten.

Kristin DeLauney

January 9, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the family. I am a daughter in law of the the late Robert and Helen DeLauney . I only knew him by his church readings and leading the rosery at their funerals, for that I am grateful and has touched my life with his devotion of faith. He will be missed.

Rosemary O'Brien

January 7, 2011

I am so sorry, I meant to say that I was holding your left hand on Jan. 6, 2011 at 12:02am. I was not holding your hand in 2010. You see if you were here you would have corrected me. I hope that you are smiling!

Rosemary O'Brien

January 7, 2011

Bernie Waters, I salute you! You are a true hero! It was an honor and a privilege to be holding your left hand on Jan. 6, 2010 at 12:02am when God called you home. I have been wearing your watch since you went to heaven - it makes me feel better. I kept me word and secured your watch until you left the hospital. I will now hand it over to Maria on Saturday. I also gave her a nick name "The Rock" because she is so strong and amazing and showed everyone just how much she loved you be her caring ways and thoughtful acts! Thank you Bernie and I love you!

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