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Jerry Bernard Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sandra A. (Chapman) Bernard of Dudley; six children, Kerri A. Bernard of Sutton, Jeffrey T. Bernard of Auburn, Christopher E. Bernard of Millbury, Scott T. Bernard of Leicester, Janelle T. Bernard of Dudley, and Erin F. Bernard of Dudley; two brothers, Donald Bernard of Cleveland, OH, and Roger Bernard of Missouri; a sister, Gloria Dooley of Bath, ME; eight grandchildren, Jeffrey, Vinny, Nicholas, Katelynn, Kelsey, Logan, Morgan, and Kaden; and several nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a sister, Joanne Bernard of Maine. He was born in Lewiston, ME, the son of the late Roland and Theresa (Fournier) Bernard, was originally from Rumford, ME, and most recently lived in Dudley. He graduated from Stephen's High School in Rumford, ME, in 1962, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War.
Mr. Bernard was a general contractor, owning and operating Jerry Bernard Mason Contractor for over 40 years, retiring in 2000. He was a member of the 200 Sportsman's Club in Webster for over 30 years. He enjoyed cooking and riding dirt bikes, rides and walks in the woods, and especially loved his grandchildren and dogs.
A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. Burial will be at a later date in Maine. Calling hours are Wednesday, July 9, 2008, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Bernard
~ Kerri
July 16, 2009
Das, It's been a couple of weeks since the 4th of July now. I can't help but think of you when I look up in the sky and see those beautiful fireworks. So close to the anniversary of your passing. I remember when I was just a little girl, no older than my little ones. You would bring us (Jeff, Chris, and I) to see them too. I will never forget those great times, and I will never forget you. You will live on in my heart forever. I love you. Kerri
April 17, 2009
Wish you were here to see Scott get married this weekend. We will all be thinking about you and hope you are watching. Love You !!
Janelle
December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Dad, we all miss you terribly and think and talk about you more and more. We know you are watching over us and you are happy and at peace. Wish you were hear with us celebrating christmas together. It won't and will never be the same here without you. Love you always Merry Christmas Paps.
Love you !!! xoxox
Erin Bernard
November 21, 2008
Dad I wish you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I hope you are at peace and enjoying yourself up there. I think about you every day, and everyday I miss you more and more. You will always be in my heart . Kaden and me will love you always and forever...
Janelle
November 21, 2008
Happy Birthday Dad!!!!
October 28, 2008
Dad, it's been almost 5 months since you been gone and I still can't beleive it. It was moms birthday the other day and so weird you not being there. I think it gets harder and harder everday you are not here. I miss you and love you dad. Your birthday is coming up soon. I figured the best way to celebrate is to go have a drink at the 200 Sportsmens club. I am sure you are laughing about that. One of your favorite places to go. I will have to bring Rosie there for you, I know you loved taking her there. I love you!! You will always be in my heart. Love Janelle
Janelle
September 15, 2008
Such a pupil in the school of simplicity
A man of humble and gold of Jerry I speak and I am recalling became the teacher of whose lessons we hold His son, my friend, my brother at heart Jeff is a very proud son whose father remained at the top of his list his shadow and mentor since day one laughing, cooking, carrying on, reminiscing of Maine and the Cape, cement, Bobcats, Hondas and the Sea Bees
From the stories you could not escape Jerry Mason- was not the blue collared cousin of the great Raymond Burn but an artisan and craftsman famous for building out of brick.
A "micfah" over in Newton Square and I swear there is some coincidence although no proof or evidence is clear He came from Rum-Ford is uncanny is what he sipped and is what he steered
A simple man - a greatness of honor has certainly got "thar from heare" and taken that countryroad, like John Denver said In the place he belongs - sun shining and no fear
The greatest thing I learned from Jerry and with my own I do the same is giving your dad a kiss on the cheek shows your love and carries no shame.
Tony Brooks
Thank you so much Tony for the beautiful poem you have written about my father. He Loved and treated everyone like there own.
August 18, 2008
Dad...so many images come to mind
whenever I speak your name;
It seems without you in my life
things have never been the same.
What happened to those lazy days
when I was just a child;
When my life was consumed in you
in your love, and in your smile.
What happened to all those times
when I always looked to you;
No matter what happened in my life
you could make my gray skies blue.
Dad, some days I hear your voice
and turn to see your face;
Yet in my turning...it seems
the sound has been erased.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just don't fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and once more hear your voice;
I'd tell you that out of all the dads
you would still be my choice.
Please always know I love you
and no one can take your place;
Years may come and go
but your memory will never be erased.
Today, Jesus, as You are listening
in your home above;
Would you go and find my dad
and give him all my love.
Always in my heart, Janelle
Anthony Almeida
August 11, 2008
Janelle,Erin
I am so sorry about what happend I wish I would have known sooner but I wish both of you and your mother the best and I will always have a place in my heart for all of you.
Barry Puiia
August 1, 2008
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jerry's passing.I played basketball with him for many years.He was a very kind man of our Class of 1963 and always had a smile to give.He's with the Lord in all His splendor! God bless you all, wife and 6 children.
Sheila MacPhee-Stachura
July 31, 2008
Heard the evening of our 45th Stephens High School Reunion on July 19th of Jerry's passing. I want to express my deepest sympathy to Jerry's family during this difficult time. He was a quiet and gentle classmate.
joyce smith
July 25, 2008
Hi Sandy, I was so sorry to hear about your husband's passing when you told me yesterday. I read everyone's entries and all loved him dearly. It sounds like God took a good man and hopefully to a better place.
Warm regards,
Joyce Smith in the Provost Office
Mark and Dianne Leduc
July 9, 2008
Janelle and Erin,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He will be there always as your guardian angel.
Love, Mark and Dianne
Mark and Dianne Leduc
July 9, 2008
Sandy,
Our deepest sympathy. We never knew your husband, but we know he raised some terrific kids. That is a great testament for Jerry.
Yvonne Aponte
July 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Try to think of all the happy memories you made. I know, he will always have a special place in your heart.
Cindy Reschke/young
July 8, 2008
sandy, so sorry to hear about jerry. my thoughts are with you. Your old friend from orchard hill apts. cindy
Erin Bernard
July 7, 2008
Dad, I tried my best to save you, but it wasn't enough. i wish I could've done more! You will always have a place in my heart and I miss you dearly. I love you always and forever. Love your baby girl
Kim Daigle
July 7, 2008
Janelle,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. During this most difficult and overwhelming time, just remember to take it day by day. In time, may you find comfort, peace, and even laughter in all of the memories that you created with your dad.
Steven & Maryann Abasciano
July 7, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Andrea Abasciano
July 7, 2008
Our hearts go out to your family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Meg Linde
July 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We're so sorry for your loss.
Love,
Pat, Meg & Miranda Linde
jennifer masterson
July 6, 2008
Love you dad you will be missed
July 6, 2008
Dad, I miss you more and more everyday. I will think of you always and I know you are finally at peace and you can rest.
Love always and forever, Janelle
gayle delisle
July 6, 2008
sandy and family, we are so sorry in hearing jerry,s passing. jerry was a wonderful person, dad and grampa.please accept our condolenences ,and sorrys to you and your family. love norman and gayle
aile and roger anctil
July 6, 2008
my deepest thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow you have all been like family to me for many years he will be missed and never forgotten
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