Charles W. Bernard

My condolences to the Bernard family. Chuck and I were good friends in the first grade and I spent the night a couple of times at his house. One time someone asked him what his favorite show was. Of course he answered,"My dads..."

What a wonderful, deeply caring, intellectual man! Charles was a true gentleman with the kindest heart. He always said the nicest things about my mother Sue. I am forever grateful for knowing him and am keeping his whole family in my thoughts.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I am Ellen Bernard Maben's son. On behalf I want to extend sympaphy to your family. My mother enjoyed her visits with Charles.

I had the pleasure of meeting Charles at the Lake Oswego Adult Community Center. He was a kind, compassionate man who always showed concern for the well-being of others. I admired his wonderful sense of humor and his amazing ability to put others at ease. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. May all of you fond memories of Charles bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.

Charles , You are resting in a far better place , and those still here.... Will forever remember your caring, sweet soul . Thank you from the bottom of my heart for touching the life of my mom, Sue, in the most kind ways. She was blessed by you. Sympathy to yr children and grandchildren at this time of loss. All will miss you terribly .

Dad, I will forever miss your kindness and love for me and all of your children.You were the best. I could not have had a more wonderful Father.Your loving daughter, Lisa

I was honored to know Charles through our shared service on the Portland Local Board of AFTRA, one of the unions he so loved. He was committed to working with and for his colleagues in the industry to promote decent wages and safe working conditions. He was an inspiration and guide to those of us who looked to him for his compassion and wisdom. His example is a big part of the caring culture of the union family that exists today in Portland. Rest well, my friend. You will be deeply missed.