Traverse City, Michigan
WILLIAMSBURG — Devin Patrick Bergeron, 17, died suddenly Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007.
Devin was born on Feb 14, 1990, in Traverse City, to Deborah Long and Patrick Bergeron. At the time of his unexpected death, he was a senior at Elk Rapids High School.
Devin was an outstanding student and loved to learn. He excelled in A.P. classes, especially mathematics and science. After his sophomore year, Devin was invited to the University of Missouri Nuclear Engineering Camp. In 2006, Devin had been named a semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship program. He was a 1st Degree Black Belt, loved hunting and fishing, and enjoyed reading science fiction and fantasy novels.
Devin was quick-witted and very inquisitive. He had experienced some exciting rides on a hot air balloon, para-sailing, jet-skiing, and horseback riding.
Devin's memory will be cherished by his father, Patrick J. Bergeron of Traverse City; his mother and her husband, Deborah K. and Anthony Scott Long of Williamsburg; sisters, Lisa S. (Robert) Bacon of Traverse City, twin sister, Paige N. Bergeron, and Logahn C. Long, both of Williamsburg; brother, Austin S. Long of Williamsburg; niece, Dana R. Bacon; grandparents, Harry and Sharon Burden of Mt. Pleasant, John and Rosa Perkins of Kalkaska, and James Long of Kalkaska; several aunts and uncles; many cousins; and a multitude of wonderful friends.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Chris Mervin Bergeron.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, with visitation one hour prior, at Elk Rapids High School Auditorium. Joe Kelly will officiate.
Devin spoke openly of his battle with depression; he felt a need to share his story with those who would listen, learn and understand. In keeping with his desire to perpetuate understanding and assistance to troubled teens, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to House of Hope, 1683 Hoch Rd., Traverse City, MI 49686; or to any other organization that reaches out to troubled teens and their families.
We have been comforted by reading the entries to Devin's Facebook wall, and we would be honored to read entries made to his online guest book.
Arrangements were made with the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
If you really knew Devin, you will believe in faith, hope, love and extreme charity. I will love you for all eternity. I felt you strongly on Sweetest Day 2019.
Rose Marlin
October 22, 2019 | Mt. Pleasant, MI | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Mason
July 11, 2012 | Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Devin,
It’s nearly two years since your death. I still think of you every day. I miss you more than you can imagine. I miss the conversations we had. I miss you searching for news stories that were off-beat, trying to best me over dinner with something I hadn’t heard or read. I loved it when I could beat you at your own game. It didn’t happen often, but it was fun. Sometimes I’ll read something and think, “Wow, I can get Devin with this one.” Sometimes I forget you are gone and am so...
Deborah Long
October 16, 2009 | Traverse City, MI
Dear Bergeron Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your lose. Devin will be missed in all our hearts. My prayers go out to Devin and your family. May God bless you whole heartedly.
Scott (Ben) Draper
November 14, 2007 | Howell, MI
I think and pray not only for Devin, but your entire family everyday. Although I have just come to understand Devin's troubles recently, as I have become friends with Paige, I have grown up with him since sixth grade. He was smart and witty and had a smile I will never forget. He was a good person and you should all be proud of the young man you raised. Forever he will be in my heart.
Korinna Crellin
November 13, 2007 | Williamsburg, MI
Although I haven't seen Devin since I was a student aid for his Kindergarten class at Mill Creek, he was such a wonderful little boy who was obviously very intelligent and so well mannered. In fact, that year the whole class made a book that thanked me for the various ways that I helped them. I am going home tonight to dig it out of my keepsake trunk to see the picture that he drew and how he thought I helped him. He sure grew up to be an amazing young man! I wanted to send my sympathy to...
Brandi (VanAmburg) Porter
November 02, 2007 | Kingsley, MI
I'm so very sorry for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lindsey Agruda
October 31, 2007 | Traverse City, MI
Although I did not have the privilege of knowing Devin for several years now, I do have the joy of remembering him as a beautiful, sweet baby and a very curious toddler. I will treasure those memories forever.
To Devin's family,
I was so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kathy McIntyre
October 29, 2007 | Bloomington, IL
I lived right around the block from Devin when I was growing up. I can remember playing in his yard with other kids from the neighborhood. Devin was always so much fun to be around. He always had a sarcastic comment ready which always made me laugh. I will never forget you Devin. I am truly sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Caitlin Bailey
October 28, 2007 | Williamsburg, MI
