Blackstone, Massachusetts
Age 92
BLACKSTONE - William O. Bedard, 92, of Blackstone, died on May 6, 2018 in his home. He was the husband of Julie (Blanchette) Bedard. Born in Woonsocket, RI, and the son of the late Leo and Edna (Champagne) Bedard. Bill Bedard worked for over 30 years as a teacher and Mathematics Department...
Read MoreHe had a rare gift of teaching with his humor, not giving up on you if you didn't understand, and being respectful and commanding respect in the nicest ways possible. I hated math, esp algebra, but due to his being the most wonderful of instructors, I learned, and used it as a nurse later in life! RIP.
Pauline L.
April 25, 2019 | Woonsocket, RI
It is in looking for another obituary that I happened upon Mr. Bedard's. Just yesterday (9-30-18) I repeated his words, "Don't con me!" to a loved one!
What a gentle giant -- by far the most kind-spirited teacher I have ever known and had the privilege of being instructed by. As one of his esteemed students, I was guilty of attempting to side track Mr. Bedard from the subject at hand, math!
Mr. Bedard was a great storyteller and before he realized his students derailed him again,...
TINA (LIARD) WULF
October 01, 2018 | Casper, WY | Student
Rest in peace, Sir. Thank you for your patience, guidance and wonderful stories, as my teacher and for your unselfish service to our country, as an American and proud mother of children who currently serve. May your family find peace in their memories of you.
Brenda Richard
May 20, 2018 | Student
He was a great teacher. My deepest condolences.
Darlene Brouillard Pecoaro Class of 71
Darlene Brouillard Pecoaro
May 15, 2018 | Ferndale, WA
Lucky I ran I into him recently at a restaurant...you can't forget someone like him. Still,he had a big smile,he was an inspiration on how to live....condolences to his family and may your loving memories heal your hearts.
Christine (Lavallee) Brackett
Class of 1969
Woonsocket
May 11, 2018
Not only a great teacher but a wonderful and loving father-in-law. The best storyteller, husband, father, and grandfather anyone could ask for. We will miss you so much. Love to you in heaven.
Maria Coady Bedard
May 10, 2018 | Gainesville, FL
My condolences to the Bedard Family.
Andrea Dubois-Smith
May 09, 2018 | Woonsocket, RI
He was such a great teacher and a favorite of so many of us. Condolences to the family.
SHARON DISPIRITO
May 08, 2018 | APEX, NC
My deepest sympathy on the passing of a true gentleman and one of the finest teachers I ever had! His personality and wit made it a pleasure to learn in his class. Rest in Peace Mr. Bedard.
Sincere sympathy,
Roger Gramolini (class of 1968)
Roger Gramolini
May 08, 2018 | Woonsocket, RI | Student