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Steve Bernard Obituary

BERNARD, Steve Founder of Cape Cod Potato Chips & Legendary Entrepreneur Steve Bernard, a man who lived life to its absolute fullest and was never told what to do, died peacefully looking into the eyes of his lifelong sweetheart during the sunrise of Saturday morning, March 7th, 2009. He was 61. A tireless hard-worker who would never give up on anyone or anything. A champion of the underdog, the Briard dog and the hair of the dog. A competitive, compassionate, contrarian. A food lover, a wine lover, and an organic gardener. A family man who loved running, golfing, gambling, Notre Dame football, and a good game of mini golf with his grandsons. A fearless, incredibly humble, force-of-nature of a man who could only be stopped by terminal cancer. Steve Bernard's most famous accomplishment is how he revolutionized the food industry and inspired thousands of other small businesses when he founded Cape Cod Potato Chips in 1980. His first of three successful food businesses that he founded. He was an entirely self-made man who lived a life with no regrets, and was only sorry that he won't be around to take his beloved grandsons fly-fishing and golfing. Survivors include his wife of 37 years Lynn, his daughter Nicole and son-in-law Peter, his grandsons Stephen and Benjamin, his brothers Sergius, Jude and Jimmy, his sister Virginia, his sisters-in-law Darby, Gretchen, Diane, Nancy, Nilda, and Sharon, his brothers-in-law L.J., Kenneth, Damien and Peter, his mother-in-law Theresa, his nieces and nephews, his many lifelong friends and his four Briards. His parents, Sergius and Mary, his father-in-law Leni and his beloved dog Benny preceded him in death. In lieu of flowers, it was his desire that you make a donation to the Jimmy Fund (www.jimmyfund.org), his favorite charity, and that you go out and make a sizable purchase from your favorite small food business. The wake will be held Friday, March 13, 2009 from 4-8pm at John Lawrence Funeral Home in MARSTONS MILLS and a celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 14th at 10am at the Cotuit Federated Church. Please join us to help celebrate the incredible life and legacy of a man who left us much too soon.

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Published by Boston Globe on Mar. 11, 2009.

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Dave Jusseaume/campanirio

July 21, 2009

Dear cuz lynn i never forgot you over the years every day i thought of you and steve and wonder how you were i will never forgot how good you were to me as a kid so sorry for your lost.Iam here if you need to talk would love to come and visit you call me 508 822 4278 Love your your cuz Dave Campanirio/jusseaume call me love

Tom & maryann Correia

March 22, 2009

Lynn,
We shall never forget our little trip to Puerto Rico with you and Steve.
You are in our prayers.
Love, Maryann and Tom

Charlie+Gail Sheetz

March 20, 2009

Lynn,Nicole+Family, Gail and I are still shocked over the sad news of Steve's Passing. We can't forget the 1st time we met him. We were friends instantly and he sent us a box of Cape Cod Chips! Later, Lynn he was so proud of the Late July crackers you created, he sent many boxes of those also. We played many rounds together, and I will always remember his little smile, True Love for Family and the Pride he showed - when talking of his Family. We miss him terribly. May God Bless!

Mark Kelliher

March 19, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Lynne,Nicole and the rest of the family. I will never forget the summer after high school when I was a potato chip cook at the new plant in Hyannis. It was a hysterically interesting summer for a new high school grad! Noddie & Phyllis & LJ & Steve were some of the most accessible, friendly truly decent front office people I ever met even to this day. In the summer of '85 Anheuser Busch just took over and there were all kinds of glitches with the new plant; for example the ventilation system didn't work right yet and subsequently steam would leave us cooks swimming in a Chatham-worthy fog. Yet there was a true spirit of genuine excitement in everyone there because we were some small part of the huge success story Steve had made. As Cape Codders, it was hard to believe that this - potato chips of all things - had given us an identity in the country beyond. And we were making them. In a very real way it made us dream of things impossible too. There are not enough people like Steve in the world who dream big, try big and succeed big while at the same time having soul in their success. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers - and that of my entire family - are with all of you. Slainte'

Connie Lauerman

March 17, 2009

Dear Lynn, Nicole and all family,
My deepest condolences. Please know you are in my prayers.
I was acquainted with Steve during my last semester at St. Mary's College/Notre Dame/Class of '69. A fleeting time, yet I have never forgotten him for his sense of fun, kindness, integrity and good nature.
I wish he weren't gone.

Ron Oliveira

March 15, 2009

Dear Bernard Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Also a graduate of BR-65, and I had the good fortune of knowing Steve.
He was the kind of person who would make friends with everyone.
As Mike Phillips said "someday we will be with Steve again".

Sue Wilmer

March 15, 2009

We will miss Steve in Columbus, GA he was a wonderful man. We looked forward to his visits. My deepest sympathy to Lynn, Nicole, Peter and family.

Carole Cavanaugh

March 15, 2009

I was only half listening this morning to ABC This Week, the Sunday morning news show, as names and pictures of those who had passed away recently appeared. I realized that your loved one Steve Bernard was the man I had sat next to on a plane about fifteen years ago. I never learned his name then but always remembered the man and the wonderful story of how he created Cape Cod Potato Chips. I can't remember where the flight was going but I'll always remember what a delightful person he was. Reading about him today I see he was much loved by a wonderful family. My heart goes to you with deepest sympathy.

John & Ann Queen

March 15, 2009

We were so sorry to hear the news. Steve was always so pleasant and fun to be around. He will be missed around the neighborhood and a loss to all who knew him. Please accept our condolences.

Pam and John Lindblad

March 14, 2009

Lynn, Nicole and Family,
We are truly saddened by the loss of Steve.There are lots of fond memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

John & Pam

Lisa Van Horn

March 14, 2009

I was shocked and sad when I saw the news...I worked for Steve for over 3 years for Chatham Village Croutons in California. I got up and went to work everyday because of Steve's spirit. How many people can say that about their boss. I went back to MA one time. Steve and Lynn took me and a co-worker out to dinner...we stayed at their home...
He was the best man I ever worked for. The internet started when I worked for Chatham Village my email address is croutonldy@.... so he will always be with me. God Bless you Steve. My condolences to Lynn and the family.

David Kuendig

March 14, 2009

I was with Steve (Barney), Tuna, Stubbs and Fischer on the trip to run the boat into the dock in South Caicos. What a great time we had. Steve and Tuna shared the forward cabin, with "no-man's land" in between their bunks. Weegie and I went to Steve and Lynn's wedding. That was the longest wedding in history. And I must have had too much to drink or something when I walked right through Steve and Lynn's sliding screen door out to their deck. And then, we moved and just lost touch. For that, Lynn, I am sorry. Weegie and I hope you can accept our most sincere condolences.

ccpc employee

March 14, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Linda Peruchet

March 13, 2009

Sorry to hear of his passing, I met him when he first started CCC,I worked in the Coop(Cotuit Grocery)in Cotuit,when he first started peddling his chips around,a sweet and likeable guy,put Cape Cod back on the map,with an awesome product.

Tony St JOhn

March 13, 2009

A wonderful guy. I 'll miss him.
A golfing pal. Sanibel.
Tony St John

RAY DEVITA

March 13, 2009

HAVE HOPE IN TOMORROW, HAVE FAITH IN THE EVERLASTING, AND TAKE COMFORT IN THE LOVE OF FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
YOUR GOLFING FRIEND, RAY (& SHARON)
DEVITA

Mac McCumber

March 13, 2009

To Bernard Family:

As a high school friend, I will always remember the kindness Steve had for everyone. Being a new kid to the area, he made sure that I felt welcome in the new setting. It is obvious that he carried that same kindness out into the world after I left the area in June 1965. I know you all are proud of his accomplishments. They were significant and worthy of his character. I wish that I had the opportunity to have stayed in the area and stayed in touch -- definitely my loss.

My heart goes out to all of you. If I can be of any help don't hesitate to call on me.

I will always remember my friend Steve.

Carol Schneider

March 13, 2009

Dear Bernard Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am the daughter of Helene Bernard Sears. I am a cousin of Steve. Although I have lost touch with your family, I have followed his career. My Uncle Serge was so proud of Steve's accomplishments and often mentioned how he began his business with trips to fairs. When we were East last time, my husband and I visited the Cape Cod Potato Chip company. I had hoped that I could leave a note, call or talk to Steve but by then he had moved to Florida.
What a wonderful life he must have lived and what lives he must have touched!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carol Sears Schneider
Kirksville, Missouri

Karen Howe

March 13, 2009

"What is life without a little fun?" was written under his name in our yearbook. He was a wonderful classmate and a delight to know. We haved all been blessed to have been touched by his spirit, no matter how briefly.
Heart felt prayers to all the family,

Karen (Rosenfield) & John Howe

James (Jim) Stewart

March 13, 2009

Steve played 2nd base for Mel's Rib House at the VFW in the early 70's. He played like he lived, mixing hard work and dedication with his nomerous God-given talents and humor. A joy to have known him.

Carol Brown

March 13, 2009

Dear Lynn, Nicole & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. He has touched so many lives and everyone was the better for it.

Balinda Marriott

March 13, 2009

Lynn and Nicole,
Words cannot express how I feel hearing of the passing of Steve. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs,
Balinda and the silly Briards

Penny Foster

March 13, 2009

I'm proud to have been a friend of Steve's in high school. He played many games of basketball at my house. My prayers go out to his family.

Jim and Patti Burke

March 13, 2009

To my friend,
I shall always cherish our friendship- from the early days in Hyannis to Wareham and back to Hinckley Road. What a wonderful ride!
You made a dream of an Irish Catholic boy come true. You took Patti and me to a Notre Dame Football Game (and Pep Rally) in South Bend. We sat in the front row and that's exactly where you belonged. On that beautiful Saturday afternoon, I heard "Touchdown Jesus" say "Hey Steve, love those Late July Snacks,but count your golf strokes a little closer."
I'll miss my friend,
Jim and Patti Burke

John C. Gale

March 13, 2009

Dear Bernard Family. Very sorry to hear of your loss, Steve was a great guy. First met Steve when he had a business installing vinyl roofs on cars in the early 70's on Cape Cod , he decided to give up that business when they lowered the speed limit to 55mph & had gotten to many speeding tickets & warnings. Had lost touch with him over the years & very sadened to hear of his passing.

Bill Germano

March 13, 2009

Lynn and family, we're so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. His spirit and energy has influenced me to this day and I will remember him always.

Harry Dulgarian

March 12, 2009

I'll miss my uncle and he will always be in my thoughts.

Dave Boucher

March 12, 2009

Lynn,
I'm so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. It was a true pleasure to meet both you both when you were contemplating a move to Wareham Marion area. Please pass my regrets on to LJ as well. Our prayers go with you all.
Dave Boucher & family.

Ian O'Connell (ex-caddy for Steve @ Ridge Club)

March 12, 2009

Was shocked to hear of his death. May he rest in peace.

Tom Sullivan

March 12, 2009

I was privileged and honored to have been able to work for him and learn from him.

Laurel Perkins

March 12, 2009

Lynn & Nicole,

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Steve will always be remembered with a smile.

Another Cape Cod Chips Alumni

Tim Holloway

March 12, 2009

Lynn & Family,
Steve was a true gentleman & a great entreprenuer. My friends & colleagues in the UK who had the greatest pleasure in working wih Steve offer our sincerest condolences to his family. He was a real man of vision who was fantastic company & full of fun.

Roger A Leslie

March 12, 2009

I was in the snack food business for many years and it was always a pleasure to speak with Steve. He was always a gentleman. He set the market in another style of potato chips. People couldn't wait to copy his formula.

Bob Campbell

March 12, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Chuck Lindblad

March 12, 2009

To my Late July Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Steve.
My days at Late July were some of the best, and Steve was a big part of that. I am glad I got to know him and I will miss him. My best wishes for all at this difficult time,

Sincerely, Chuck Lindblad

joseph murphy

March 12, 2009

you meet maybe 3 special people in your life,Steve was one of them for me.

Peter Murphy

March 12, 2009

Lynn, Nicole
We are all so saddened to hear of the passing of Steve . Having known you for more than 20 years - the vacation in Cape Cod when we all drove down, and the Christmas Spent in Florida at you lovely home. Your friendship, guidence, respect, incredible love of life,Family, and dogs has left a very strong and lasting impression on our family. Kim speaks about both of you often and will remenber you always with greadt admiration, as will I.
Farewell Steve. A Life well lived. but far too short.

Fondly remembered by, Peter, Kim, Morgan, Alexandra, Caroline, and Adam Murphy.

Sheryl Nelson

March 12, 2009

Dear Lynn,
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I am sorry I cannot attend the service, but will be thinking of you and "the man upstairs". I remember the first time I met Steve, he cooked a wonderful dinner and we all visited on the porch in Sanibel. He was talking about the new crackers he and Nicole were working on together and he shared a sample. It was a wonderful evening. You and Steve are so kind and generous and your friendship is treasured.
With love,
Sheryl

Leo & Carole Larkin

March 12, 2009

Steve was a wonderful friend , great golfing partner, and a true gentleman. Carole and I were privileged to have meet and enjoyed his company at the Sanctuary. He will remain in our prayers.

Vincent Fantegrossi

March 12, 2009

Gail and I are greatly saddened over Steve's passing. It is truly a loss for us all. I had the great pleasure of working with Steve and traveling often with him for both business and pleasure. We ALWAYS had fun, always laughed and always got the most out of every moment. I will forever have an image of Steve dancing on the boat in Burgundy, and with a playful look in his eyes, going to the crews quarters and getting them to come out and party with us - classic Steve. We will miss him.

Lisa White

March 12, 2009

I think that I can speak for everyone in the natural/organic food industry that Steve was a constant enthusiastic and inspirational presence. He will be missed but also remembered with every delicious bite.

Shirley & Doug Newby-Tate

March 12, 2009

Lynn & Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I know you all must be devastated. We shall keep you in our thoughts and prayers. This is never easy to say good bye. Thankfully you will have wonderful memories that will hold him in your hearts forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Marcia Loomis Smith

March 12, 2009

I met Steve Bernard in fourth grade when he lived up the street from me in Easthampton, MA. I always remember him as fun and full of life and mischief; from the entries here I see he never changed! Blessings and prayers to his family.

The Jost's

March 12, 2009

We had an opportunity to play golf with Steve and Darby at the Sanctuary. We enjoyed the day spent with Steve and our opportunity to reminisce about summers spent in Chatham. We send our condolences to the entire Bernard family at this very sad time.
Jim and Mary Alice Jost

Jim McGonigle

March 12, 2009

Lynn and Nicole and Family,
Just a quick note to wish Steve a BON VOYAGE! Our paths crossed infrequently but, his big smile, firm handshake and warm greeting always made me feel welcome. Whether it was at a marina, in "Chip Land" or Chatham waiting for Nicole to get me a sandwich "with wheels", meeting Steve was an uplifting experience. I join with so many others expressing sadness at his untimely death.

Kirsten Robinett

March 12, 2009

I will remember you fondly. What a wonderful man you are and how you have touched all our lives. The brief time I got to know you was a blessing. Your love of family, business and life inspired us all.

Mitzy DeTour

March 12, 2009

HUGS to you and your family, Lynn. Hearts are breaking everywhere knowing that a great man is gone. His legacy lives on in Nicole & her children. Thoughts & prayers to you and your family.

KEVIN BOWLER

March 12, 2009

TO A FRIEND WHO WILL ALWAYS BE THERE AND ALWAYS WAS ...

EARS THAT HEARD ... EYES THAT COULD SEE ... WORDS THAT COULD SOOTH ... A HEART WITH COMPASSION. AN INVENTIVE, INQUISITIVE, INTROSPECTIVE AND INVITING MAN OF COURAGE, CONVICTION AND COMPETITIVENESS. STEVE --- SALT OF THE EARTH --- AND ONE WHO BEST REPRESENTS THE WORDS
ORIGINAL AND GENUINE.

STAY WITH US - WATCH OVER US - AND THRU YOUR EXAMPLE MAY WE NOW HAVE THE PEACE YOU HAVE EARNED WITH THE FATHER.

YOUR LITTLE IRISH BUDDY - KEVIN

Anthony Kenyon

March 12, 2009

My condolences on the loss of a great Icon. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Madison Dulgarian

March 12, 2009

Steve, you where the best uncle, i couldn't ask for anything better. I'm going to miss you so much.

Steve and Morgan

Morgan Dulgarian

March 11, 2009

Miss you Uncle Steve. We will take good care of Lynn and Nicole. You were the best God father. Love you, your neice Morgan Beatrice Dulgarian.

Kathy Blackwell

March 11, 2009

A Cape Cod icon and friend....someone who made this place more exciting and fun, was Mr. Bernard. I brought many preschool classes of mine and many friend's and their children on rainy days, for the Chip tour and there was nothing like it....I still love smelling the chips in the salty Cape air. Thank you for gracing us with your wonderful dream come true and your happy, giving spirit.

Chuck and Jerri Rader

March 11, 2009

Lynn and family. Just want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. When shopping in our local grocery store in Louisville Kentucky we could see products of the hard working master. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Ken Trudell

March 11, 2009

I will miss this fun loving guy. I feel I know you Nicole. We talked a lot about the ventures that you and Steve had. He will be missed and I hope and pray that his family will be comforted during these trying days.

The Langleys

March 11, 2009

Lynn and Nicole,
We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Al and I will never forget the day we received a box, the size of a giant T.V. filled with Cape Cod Chips. Steve's message was, "I finally got it." His spirit will certainly live on. He was one great man. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Gerri and Al

Linda Naton

March 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Cliff George

March 11, 2009

I am so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He gave me a shot in the business on a hand shake and a smile, encouraged me to reach high and inspired me work hard with honesty and integrity. I am forever grateful. Lynn, Nicole and family, I will keep you in my prayers... Rest in Peace Steve.

Kenneth Dulgarian

March 11, 2009

Unlimited energy, highest integrity, boundless enthusiasm, industrious, self-sacrificing. The example he set will long continue to influence and inspire us.

Doug Temple

March 11, 2009

Nicole and the Bernard Family,
I am sorry to hear of Steve's passing
The short time that I knew him he made a great impression

Sheila Murray

March 11, 2009

Lynn and Nicole,
My deepest sympathy to you all. I know how greatly he will be missed. We had some great laughs. There will always be a special place in my heart and in my memories. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,

Rita Nowak

March 11, 2009

You are all in our thoughts and prayers and although we never met Steve, we know how special he was in the lives of all his family through the stories told to us by Gretchen. May those wonderful memories bring all of you peace during this difficult time.

Jeanne Pasteris

March 11, 2009

Lynn, Nicole, and the rest of the Bernard family,

I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Steve, I worked with you and your family at the start of Chatham Village Croutons in Wareham. It was a great experience and you all were very nice to work for. Steve was a great boss, Lynn, Nicole, Leni, L.J. you guys are a great family. I will always fondly remember all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Jeff Springer

March 11, 2009

Steve was a wonderful and fun person. Jeff always enjoyed playing golf with him at Sanctuary, and everyone will miss his upbeat attitude. Our prayers are with him and his family. Jeff & Sue Springer

Lisa Bernard Hart

March 11, 2009

You are an incredible, loving and fun man. Your spirit will live on in our hearts forever. We miss you Uncle Steve.

Janyce Selkin

March 11, 2009

Dearest Lynn, My heartfelt and deepest sympathies to you and your wnderful family!
Love Janyce Selkin

Pamela Ambriscoe

March 11, 2009

Lynn,

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Steve.
My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Take comfort in knowing that Benny was waiting for him, tail wagging, and they both crossed over the Rainbow Bridge together.........
Love to you and your family

Tiffany Smith

March 11, 2009

The briard world will miss you. Lynn, you are in our thoughts at this most difficult time.

Linda & Peter Connell

March 11, 2009

We will miss seeing you on our dog walks.

Johanna Humbert

March 11, 2009

I did not know Steve, but as a Briard owner I certainly have heard many stories of the Bernards. In reading his life story I am touched by what a wonderful, genuine person he must have been. My dogs and I will have some chips tonight in his memory.

Jude Bernard

March 11, 2009

Stephen, my younger brother, who along with his brother Jim, taught my wife,Nilda, the first day I brought her home from Puerto Rico, how to make "doughnuts" in the parking lot.
I often think of the early times when we launched Cape Cod Potato Chips together. We both have our memories of those days, but I cherish most of all these last few years we often talked by phone.
My final words..Behave up there in Heaven. I love you, Jude

Margaret Kennedy

March 11, 2009

Dear Mrs. Bernard & family,

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Bernard's passing. I admired his spirit and generosity.
His kindness will never be forgotten.
May God's love comfort you.

With faith, hope, & love ~

Margaret Kennedy
Founder, Dream Day on Cape Cod

Chuck ketteman

March 11, 2009

Lynn and family

I was fortunate to meet Steve on the golf course at the Sanctuary on Sanibel. What a wonderful, fun loving man. And waht a tragedy that he is gone at such a young age. Please accept my condolences.

Chuck Ketteman (Sanibel Florida)

AJ and Sunny Scribante

March 11, 2009

Please accept our sincere condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Most sincerely, AJ and Sunny Scribante

Mike Carroll

March 11, 2009

I sold a ton of CC potato chips at another late, great establishment, Uncle Bens in N. Eastham., owned by Bennie Mastro. I'll think of both of them often, with a good Artruros bread sub and a 'tonic'.

Michael T. Phillips

March 11, 2009

Years have gone by and we of our class of BR-65 have gone our ways,but we seem to find our selves getting together- one day we will met Steve again, Steve is in my heart and will always be there as I remember him in that school halls. He is added to my class book along from my brothers that served in Vietnam ( as I did).

Donald Pare

March 11, 2009

Lynn and family
Although I have only known Steve for a few years,I felt like I had known him for a very long time and that he was a good friend. I remember him from time to time walking next door to our business at Hinckley road to see my two Bernese mountain dogs that I had. He always made time to talk no matter how busy of a schedule that he kept.
A true gentlemen and a great family man.
He will be sadly missed

March 11, 2009

Lynn,
Our prayers and codolenscenses go out to you and your family. I feel really blessed to have had the opportunity of know Steve, he was truly a great man.
Edward & Rebecca Hawkins

Allen wright

March 11, 2009

lynn & Family,Our prayers are for you. We thank God for the good times we had with you and Steve. We will miss those times of uncontrollable laughter as only he could cause. I'm sure he is already telling God how he could make the cloud formations better.
Allen&Sharlene Wright

Trudi Burrows

March 11, 2009

To Lynn and Nicky,
May the blessings of each day be the blessings you need most.
Remembering Steve, Lynn, little Nicky and the rest of us sitting around that table in South Chatham laughing 'til we cried while Steve, with that big old smile, made those "nascent" chips.
My love to you both, Trudi

Fran White

March 11, 2009

Dear Lynn, You may not remember me, but I owned Maurice the beautiful Briard puppy. We worked together to try to learn to herd the Briard way. During the time we lived in Sandwich, I met your husband once. I have never forgotten either one of you, nor your kindness to me. Your husband was a lovely, friendly man. I am very sorry for your loss.

Alyssa Garnick

March 11, 2009

I am so sad to hear this news. Nicole, and Lynn, and Steve, I am thinking of you.

Love, Alyssa

Jeff Calvin

March 11, 2009

What an inspirational a man. I'm proud to say our entire family absolutely loved his potato chips. Truly a great American Hero.
God Bless your family during this difficult time. Jeff Calvin

Nora Monteiro

March 11, 2009

To the family of Mr. Bernard,
I did not know him, however after reading his beautiful obituary, I believe I know how many people he touched in his lifetime. God bless and peace to you at this time

roger jackson

March 11, 2009

He shall be missed but never forgoten


The Lord is my pilot, I shall not drift.
He lighteth me across the dark waters
and steereth me in the deep channels.
He keepeth my log,
and guideth me by the star of holiness
for his Name?s sake.
Yea, though I sail ?mid the thunders
and tempests of life,
I shall dread no danger.
For thou art with me;
Thy love and Thy care, they shelter me.
Thou preparest a harbor before me
in the home land of eternity;
Thou anointest the waves with oil
and my ship rideth calmly.
Surely sunlight and starlight shall
favor me all the days of my voyaging,
and I will rest in the port of my Lord forever.
Captain Roger Jackson
Daytona Budweiser

bill anderson

March 11, 2009

My prayers are with you. I am grateful for the opportunity I had working with Steve on the display racks for his products. He was a fine person to do business with. My love to Lynn, Nicole and my friend L.J.
Fondly, Bill Anderson

Cynthia Moore

March 11, 2009

my deepest sympathies to his entire family.

Tim (B-R 65)& Cindy Driscoll

March 11, 2009

Lynn & The Bernard Family - You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We have so many fond memories of our youth in Bridgewater and on the Cape, the pranks, sports, high school, and partying with the “The Bull”. We have all lost a very special friend. God Bless you all.

Michelle Donahue (Morin)

March 11, 2009

Nicole and the Bernard Family- I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I am in absolute awe of his many accomplishments. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

mike arnheiter

March 11, 2009

one of the best guys i know. i am going to have a very hard time to find a golfing buddy, like thinker and all around great friend like Steve. I grieve with the rest of your friends and family

Dick & Kay Guthmiller

March 11, 2009

God's blessings to you and your family. See you at our Saviors feet.

Frank Black

March 11, 2009

What a wonderful man, what a wonderful life. We should all leave such a fine legacy. I did not know him, but there has always been a bag of his chips in my pantry for decades.

Tom Ellam

March 11, 2009

To The Bernard Clan; My prayers, thoughts and fond memories are with you all. I met Steve and his roomate, Dave Erikson, on my first day at Cavanaugh Hall, Notre Dame. "Bull", as he liked to be called, was a great friend to all the guys on the first floor and the indomitable will described in the obituary was evident then as it was thoughout his life. No matter how busy he was, he always was there with an offer to help or a smile to raise the spirit. That freshman year, I met Father Hesburgh and Steve Bernard. I count them as two of the most unforgettable people I have ever had the good fortune to know. God be with you all.

Tom Ellam
ND '69

Peter Bergstrom

March 11, 2009

I went to high school with Steve...usually sitting in front of him in classes (names Alpha)...also we were both guards on the football team...last saw him at the class of 65 golf outing in Sept 2008...the world has lost a fine man..RIP Steve

Max Harris

March 11, 2009

It is a sad day here at Cape Cod Chips as we reflect on the loss of our company’s founder. My deepest sympathy to Steve’s family and friends as we struggle with the loss of the great Entrepreneur and an even greater man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss.

March 11, 2009

Goodbye Steve, from Jeanne and Gary. You are missed, and will be remembered.

Nicole Bernard Dawes

March 11, 2009

I miss you dad.

Keith E. Bernard

March 11, 2009

Good bye Uncle Steve.

jim terpos

March 11, 2009

we are so sorry for your loss, i had the great pleasure to meet steve when he started the chip business and am proud to say my store was one of the 1st to carry the c.c.chips. may steve's memory be everlasting. jim terpos ( former owner dennis public market )

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