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SIDNEY OATLEY Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for SIDNEY OATLEY
25 Entries
Delaey Robinson
March 5, 2026
Many a sailor has fond memories of arriving at St George's harbour to be greeted and informed by Bernie, the sailor's dock Master for information. All of us will miss him but arriving sailor's in particular. Lilly and family, thank you on behalf of sailors, for giving so much time to him to do the job of sailor's dock Master. St George's and sailors grieve with you
Matthias on behalf of ASV Berlin
February 27, 2026
Our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the Oatley family. As a European sailing crew that met Bernard several times on transatlantic crossings we will forever cherish all the memories that he created by sharing time, offering support, letting us all feel welcome and showing us your beautiful islands. May you find comfort and strength in the love and support of those around you. We are sharing your sadness.
Danny and Jo Little
February 27, 2026
Dear Lily and Oatley family, Peace and Comfort to you all from The God of All Comfort during your mourning, missing and remembering Iconic Bermudian Bernard. What a man to love and know. RIP Bernard. No more customs dock at 2am, to welcome and console broken sailors in their broken boats. Sailor of sailors, crossed the bar. Peace. We will see you again.
Clifford and Steffi Boylin
February 27, 2026
We have so many happy memories with the family when we visited from the UK Cousin Bernard was such an amazing man always smiling .He loved taking us around Bermuda particularly the Boat club and boats .He was best man at our wedding when we married in St George's Church Cousin Bernard will be so missed .sending condolences to Lily .Alan .Joan and all the Oatley family . Thinking of you all at this difficult time Clifford and Steffi Boylin from the UK.
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Mark Goodwin, Formerly of Machine & Casting
February 26, 2026
I first met Bernie in 1985, when he took me for my IN truck test, he'd then come to machine & casting to test our vehicles, my private car always had to be taken to TCD so Bernie could get a lift :-) he was a lovely guy and my thoughts are with Mrs Oatley at this sad time. xx
Margaret Kay Ryan
February 26, 2026
My sincere condolences to the Oatley family on the passing of Bernard. You could always hear his happy whistle wherever he might be. Rest in peace now.
Kim and Mark Ford
February 26, 2026
Our deepest condolences to everyone. Uncle Bernard was one of a kind and will always be remembered with love and respect.
John Oatley. (UK)
February 26, 2026
So sorry for your loss loss
Mae Mullen
February 26, 2026
Holding you all up in prayer. Thanks for letting me share your wonderful father. He was a great man. Love to Mrs. Oatley. Hugs and prayers. Sending my sincere condolences.
Roger Chapman
February 26, 2026
I had some great fun with Bernard helping with the boats will miss him greatly from Roger in the Uk
Jill Raine
February 26, 2026
It was always a pleasure to see Bernard on his bike rushing to help one sailor after another! He will never be forgotten by so many people both here and abroad.
Stephen Paynter
February 25, 2026
Sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the Oatley family and friends. Bernie and Lily are longtime friends of the Paynter family and the memories of their close relationship will ever be cherished. God especially cover Lily with His comfort in a special way.
Kim James Massachusetts
February 24, 2026
remember Mr. Oatley from Salvation Army with his wife. My nana (Cora Tucker sometimes stops by their house and chats a bit or on the road. My condolences Kim James, Mass.
KEITH MANNINGS
February 23, 2026
So sad to hear of a good friend who was so helpful to Maureen and I and made us so welcome when we visited him and Lily at Brae Cottage,my thoughts are very much with you Lily during this sad time.Keith Mannings
Sylvia and Brian
February 23, 2026
Bernard was my first cousin. My husband Brian and I, have lovely memories of times spent with Bernard and Lily both in the UK and Bermuda. He was a very special person, quite unique and so knowledgeable about anything to do with sailing and the sea. He seemed to know everyone in Bermuda and he was such a kind, thoughtful man who gave help to so many. He will be very much missed.
Our love to Lily and all the family. Sylvia & Brian, also my brothers Peter and John and their wives, and my daughter, Kerry-Jane.
Ilona (PC) Smith
February 23, 2026
To Lily, Alan, Vera, June and Bernie´s entire family and friends please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. God continue to bless you and comfort you. Sending you my warm thoughts and prayers. R.I.P. Bernie
Love and blessings
PC Smith & family
Toronto
Doris Watkin Smith
February 19, 2026
Condolences to the family of whom I have many memories from bygone days.
Andrew Cooper
February 19, 2026
Dear Lily, Alan, Joy, and members of the extended Oatley family: my sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Bernie. I first met Bernard in 1978, when he was an Examiner at TCD. During my Driving Test, he had his elbow out the window. When I passed close to a parked car, he shouted as he quickly pulled his arm into the car. I thought for sure he was going to fail me, but being a kind person, he passed me! More than 40 years later, I met Bernie again, in a professional capacity, and we had a good laugh about that incident. Bernie was an old fashioned gentleman, and I admired his determination to remain as independent as possible. May your many happy memories ease the pain of his passing.
Michael Flora
February 18, 2026
My thoughts and prayers with my extended family in Bermuda. Have memories of him when he visited the states and our couple of days when I visited Bermuda in 2009. He gave me the grand tour of the Island and I especially loved the Tea time at 3:00 pm at his home both evenings. He taught me so much about my family's history in those couple of days. He will be missed.
Paul Thorne
February 18, 2026
Dear Alan and all the family,
My sympathy on the loss of Bernard, cherish the many happy memories to help ease the loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Irene Conlon
February 18, 2026
So sad to hear of Bernie´s passing Lily.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Bernie was a lovely man. He will be missed.
Carol Jack
February 18, 2026
Lily, Alan, Joy and Verna,
My sincere condolences of the passing of Bernard.
Carol Jack
Robert E. Mello
February 18, 2026
Dear Lily, Alan and family. Our sincere condolences upon the passing of Bernard. St.George's has lost a gentle giant. May you always cherish the wonderful times of his life. With our deepest sympathy, Bobby Mello and family
Andrea McKey
February 18, 2026
I remember Mr. Oatley as the Dockmaster in St. George´s, while I was working at the Customs Yacht Reporting Centre. He was always out to greet arriving yachts with a pleasant smile and the warm friendliness that Bermuda is known for. He guided visitors on where to dock or anchor and generously shared advice on where to go and what to see. Often, he would even take weary sailors to his home so they could enjoy a shower and a meal after their long journey to Bermuda.
His kindness and hospitality left a lasting impression on so many.
Condolences to his family and friends, may the many memories shared over the years comfort you during this difficult time.
Heather Buckler
February 18, 2026
Uncle Bernard made a lasting impression on so many lives.... an impression that will always be remembered with pride and deep gratitude. The memories I hold of him are filled with kindness, laughter, and love. He had a way of bringing warmth and joy, and those moments will forever remain in our hearts.
Aunt Lily and Alan, I am thinking of you and holding you close in my thoughts during this time. Sending love and heartfelt condolences to the Oatley family.
RIP Uncle Bernard
Heather Buckler
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