Bernard B. Gist
ROSETO
Bernard B. Gist, 92, of Roseto, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020, in Slate Belt Health & Rehabilitation Center, Bangor.
He was born in Pen Argyl, PA, a son of the late James and Eva Lillian (Pike) Gist. His beloved wife for 63 years, the former Elaine M. Comes, passed away in 2015.
Bernard honorably served in the U.S. Marines during World War II and worked at the former Celanese Plastic Plant of Belvidere, NJ, retiring as maintenance supervisor after 28 years. He enjoyed wood carving and was recognized for his loon and duck carvings. He also enjoyed singing in barbershop quartets. He especially enjoyed spending time with all his grandchildren.
He was a member of the First United Evangelical Church of Bangor, where he served on the board and volunteered his help with the maintenance.
Bernard is survived by a son, Bernard D. Gist (Amy) of Roseto; a daughter, Rebecca Doreen Shanor (Eugene) of Norway, ME; grandchildren, Abigale Shanor, Matthew Gist and Andrew Gist (Mary); and two great-grandchildren, Roman and Josephine. He was predeceased by one brother and four sisters.
Military graveside services will be Thursday, June 25, in St. John's Cemetery, Bangor, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Ronald Shipman officiating. There will be no calling hours. The Fiore Funeral Home, fiorefuneralhome.com, 230 Market St., Bangor, is handling the arrangements.
Memorial donations may be offered in Bernard's name to First United Evangelical Church, 26 South Second St., Bangor, PA 18013.
Fiore Funeral Home
230 Market St.
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 588-2233
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Dear Bernie, Becky and Families,
We were saddened to hear of your Dads passing! There are so many memories of your family on Broadway in Bangor! He was such a hardworking man and able to use his talents in so many ways!
We enjoyed always seeing and talking to him on Sundays at the Trolley with his Church group! He was really proud of his family and I know he will be missed! Were so thankful we had the privilege of having him as a friend.
May God be your source of strength and comfort at this time!
In Sympathy,
Walt and Carol Strohe
Carol Strohe
Friend
June 25, 2020
The Entire Gist Family,
Mr. Gist was a kind man with a good sense of humor. Always had a smile and a nice demeanor about himself. The world was a better place because of him. RIP
Jim Weaver
Friend
June 24, 2020
Gist family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tim & Irene Vicario
Friend
June 23, 2020
Good neighbors & friend to the Poidomanis, on the boulevards... RIP Bernie & Elaine.
George Poidomani
Neighbor
June 23, 2020
Sir,
I did not know you personally, however I would be honored to "Thank You" for your dedicated and honorable Military Service to OUR country.
As a member of the "GREATEST GENERATION", and as a "WORLD WAR II VETERAN"; you Sir are my HERO!
At a later date we will meet in that "SPECIAL PLACE" which GOD reserves for ALL of those who have stepped forward to serve their country in a Military Uniform.
May ALL of GOD'S blessings be with your Dear Family!
Sergeant Major (E-9) Larry E. & Mrs. Sheila M. (LaBar) Williams, US Army/ Retired (TN)
Larry E. Williams
Military
June 23, 2020
So sorry to hear about Bernie... he was a good neighbor to us Poidomanis,,,RIP Bernie,,,prayer for you an Elaine
George Poidomani
Neighbor
June 23, 2020
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