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Barbara Bernardi
May 21, 2011
Dear Joseph A:
As the first year without you comes sadly to a close, we want to let you know how deeply you are missed and loved.
Your namesake will be arriving soon and the family will embrace someone new to love and to cherish.
We love you and we hold you forever close to our hearts.
Love Barbara,
Tom, Michael,Laurie, William and Christian
April 7, 2011
Dear Joseph A.
After a long cold winter, Spring is finally in the air. There are buds on the leaves of the trees and on all of the flowers that we had planted together.
New life is developing everywhere.....even in our family.
We are currently awaiting the birth of our new grandchild....another grandson. What else?
As long as the new baby is as happy and as healthy as Christian, we will all be very much pleased.
Perhaps, you have already seen our little one in heaven as he travels to earth. Did you smile and say hi as he continues to birth?
Missing you still and always.
Love
Barbara
February 14, 2011
Dear Joseph A:
Through the years, we have created many beautiful memoreies together.
These memories are here with me today and always.
Love
Barbara
December 30, 2010
Dear Joseph A:
Happy birthday in heaven.
Living your dream.....
Love Barbara
December 17, 2010
Dear Joseph A,
I just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas....
It's not the way we thought it would be....
It's certainly not the way we wanted it to be..
Missing you always.
Love Barbara
November 23, 2010
Dear Joseph A:
Happy Thanksgiving 2010
Our thoughts are with you always.
We are thankful for all you did for us.
Love Barbara
Barbara Bernardi
October 27, 2010
A Love Letter To My Husband
October 28. 2010
Dear Joseph A.
Today would have been our 43rd wedding anniversary. Instead of celebrating this event together as we usually did, I had a Mass said in your memory yesterday.
Since you left us, so many things have taken place. Although, I know that you are watching over us, I thought that I would tell you what we have been doing in your absence.
I am sure that you would like to know that I have been taking care of business. Perhaps, I am not doing it as well as you could ( and did ) all these past years. However, things are being taken care of...slowly but surely. Do not worry. We've got everything under control.
Our beloved grandson Christian celebrated his first birthday this summer. He is eating "grown up "food with his nice new teeth. He has learned to walk... a feat in which we share his pride. Christian was baptized on September 26th. Thomas and Alicia are his devoted grandparents.
A few weeks ago, we hosted a "Celebration of Life " luncheon gathering in your honor. Invited guests included family, friends, neighbors, office personnel and clients who were ( and still are) your friends. You were present among us as I had a framed photograph of you displayed on an easel. We had invited 57 guests but due to various unforeseen circumstances only 43 could attend.
We said a silent prayer for you followed by my toast to you:
"To Joe, a man of all seasons; for all the right reasons."
After our meal, several people volunteered to share their feelings about you. These comments were appropriate, acknowledged and very much appreciated.
The next day was a bright sunny day. So, I took your framed photograph for a ride to the club where you spent so many happy hours playing golf. From there, we drove by our former residence. Continuing back home, I paused at the Hallmark Ice Cream stand where we used to stop to buy your chocolate ice cream cone. It was a trip down Memory Lane for both of us.
As the days grow colder and the trees become barren, I recall you remarking that you never liked the chill and the look of November.
The seasons will come and go....but you will always remain in our hearts forever and ever.... as the words say that we have engraved on your gravestone.
We love you and we miss you....Until we meet again..
Love Barbara
Bonnie Redd
June 8, 2010
To Barbara and Family:
Everybody's Joe:
When Barbara and Joe tied the knot
Their goal in life would be
To enjoy the years together
And raise a family.
Republican Town Committee
Board of Finance too,
Treasurer and on the Board of Directors
Were undertakings he'd do.
A CPA in both Naples and Niantic
Was a hectic schedule you see,
But he often found time to play golf
With "the boys" and ready on the tee.
But the joy of his life wasn't work
But his sons that numbered three.
He taught them the value of compassion and love
And that became reality.
Then a glimpse of tomorrow
Came into his life,
When Michael took Laurie
To be his wife.
For a grandson Christian
Would brighten his day,
In a smiling,loving,
Heartful way.
Rest in Peace.
June 4, 2010
Barbara and family,
Joe's years and contributions to to the Giants Neck community and especially to the Association and the Improvement Club will be fondly and appreciatively remembered by all. It is an honor to recognize such a commitment and dedication of service to community and friends as his.
For the Officers and Members of the Giants Neck Improvement Club, Alan Pease, President
BETTY & BRUCE FOLKERTH
June 2, 2010
TO BARARA...
I REMEMBER MEETING JOE YEARS WHEN PHIL BROUGHT HIM INTO THE DAWN PATROL...AND BECAME A FIXTURE. THEN WHEN HE BECAME ILL...ANYONE WANTED TO KNOW WHEN (NOT IF) HE'D BE BACK. HE IS MISSED. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU BARBARA.
Frankie Matthesen
May 29, 2010
Dear Barbara and family,
I had the opportunity to serve with Joe for years on the Giants Neck Improvement Club and was deeply imporessed by his dedication to serving the best interests of all GNBA residents. He never let anything "go by," never shirked an unpleasant duty, and consistently did what he believed was necessary. Both John and I have observed him over the years as he provided excellent financial advice to the GNBA Governors. He will be a great loss to you and your family, and he will also be a great loss to the GNBA community. We will miss him.
Sincerely, John and Frankie Matthesen
Betsy Holloway
May 28, 2010
Dear Barbara and family,
May your memories be of comfort and ease your sadness. You are in our thoughts and have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Sincerely, David and Betsy Holloway
Avery Morgan
May 28, 2010
Barbara and family,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you and Joe for a long time. They will continue to be with you in the future. May you find peace in the days ahead in knowing you were there for him every step of the way along the long road he had to travel!
Avery Morgan
Sharon Westlund
May 27, 2010
Barbara & family,
You know the light of one candle - How far that little candle throws its beams...
You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the knowledge that we share your loss with you...
Ken & Sharon Westlund, Naples, FL
May 27, 2010
Dear Barbara and family:
I am truly sorry for your loss. Take comfort in the fact that he is now with the Lord. He tried to hang on as long as he could to be with with you all for as long as he could. A wonderful tribute to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Pat Bernardi Reid, Scottsdale, Az.
Julianne & Kevin DeMello
May 27, 2010
Barbara and family,
We are so saddened by Joe's passing. We will always remember the good times we had at The Goodspeed Opera House. Please know you are in our prayers.
Love, Julianne, Kevin and Grace DeMello
Jerry Swirsky
May 27, 2010
Joe and I grew professionally,he as a CPA and I as an attorney. We worked together as co-trustees. He was my accountant and friend. May you rest in peace. Jerry Swirsky
Michelle Blanchette
May 27, 2010
Dear Bill and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle
Rick Ross
May 27, 2010
Dear Bernardi Family,
I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
I was first introduced to Joe by my Dad (Larry Ross) back in 1975 when I was 22. He quickly became someone that had a great impact on the direction of my life. Joe was a constant source of guidance and wisdom. I can't even put into words the loss my family and I feel today.
Sincerely, Ricky Ross
Paula / Gary Felt
May 27, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe and family. A great friend who will be missed immensely. God Bless You.
Love you,
Chris Benson Rose
May 27, 2010
Dear Barbara & family,
I was shocked to read of Joe's passing. I didn't know that he was ill. I have fond memories of our times together during the Republican Town Committee days. He was such a great guy and a true gentleman.
Unfortunately, I'm leaving for our place in NH for the weekend today and won't be able to attend his service. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hold close to your heart all the precious memories of him as they will sustain you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Chris
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