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BORN
1961
DIED
2017
Dennis Bard Obituary
Dennis loved the outdoors and was a hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the Androscoggin Fish & Game Association. He enjoyed snowmobiling with his many friends and was a member of the Hillside Family Riders Snowmobile Club. Dennis was also a member of the Turner Timberland ATV Club. He loved to share the outdoors with his three great nephews, River, Oliver and Wesley Bouchard.
Dennis is survived by three sisters, N. Diane Poirier and husband Roland, Nancy Bard, Susan Bard Stanford and husband Donnie, two nieces, Kristina Bouchard and husband Christopher, Nicole Poirier and fiancé John Muller, nephew Ryan Poirier. Also, his three great nephews, River, Oliver and Wesley Bouchard.
Family and friends will truly miss him as he was always there for anyone who needed a helping hand. The family wishes to thank his friends and co-workers at General Electric in Auburn, his friends from the snowmobile and ATV Clubs who became part of his family.
Visiting hours will be held at Fortin\Lewiston on Friday May 19, 2017 from 5-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday May 20, 2017 at 11am at The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul (Upper Church). Interment will take place at St. Peter's Cemetery in Lewiston at a later date. Those wishing, in lieu of flowers, make a charitable donation in Dennis' memory to the Turner Timberland Dennis Bard Memorial Scholarship PO Box 142 Turner, ME 04282.
Online condolences and photo gallery at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com
Arrangements are under the care of The Fortin Group Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services 70 Horton St. Lewiston, 784-4584.
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Marianne Bouchard
May 19, 2017
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved brother, uncle, and friend. Dennis was loved by many. He will always be held close in the heart of all who knew him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Chris Bouchard
May 19, 2017
Dennis was a great brother, uncle, son, and friend. To many, he was both. He was selfless with his time, always available to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed the outdoors with a passion, treating each season like a new adventure. And yes, he was stubborn...but no one was more helpful. He truly did have a beautiful mind, could fix anything... and always, always...with just one try.
I'm thankful for all he taught me, teaching the boys how to fish, and overall...just how to have fun. He will be missed by many, but not forgotten. His sense of adventure has been passed on and will live forever. He meant so much to so many, the world is a better place for those he impacted.
Be sure to give Memere and Pepere a hug from all of us.
Your Nephew,
Chris
Bob + Pauline Belanger
May 18, 2017
I had a great conversation about fishing with Dennis just the night before his passing...great guy. Rest in peace Dennis. My heart goes out to the Bard family. We will pray for all of you.
elaine and skip furbush
May 18, 2017
Nancy and family.so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother I know he will sadly missed by you. Elaine and Skip Furbush
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Pauline ( Hamel) Bussiere
May 18, 2017
Dennis 's family Sorry for your Loss, I remember when we were younger skating At the park with all the neighborhood kids.
Paul Bilodeau
May 17, 2017
My sympathies to the Bard family for their loss of wonderful man. I will forever remember Dennis as a friend and former colleague always willing to meet for a quick visit whenever I was briefly back in Maine, and a ever-so-humble snowmobiling buddy with whom I enjoyed every sledding adventure. Dennis, may God bless your soul and welcome you to heaven.
donna and bert poirier
May 17, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Dennis' family and friends. He was a very likable, and sweet man. He will be sorely missed-Donna and Bert Poirier
Gerard gagnon
May 16, 2017
I remember going on a fishing trip with him to lake Ontario and we had a great time . I am very sorry to hear this.
Paula Sullivan
May 16, 2017
So very shocked and saddened by Dennis' passing. My heart aches for all of you. One fond memory I have of Dennis is the year before I retired from GE, he took me to the gun range to show me how to shoot a gun. I had expressed an interest and he made it a point to show me how, which was so nice. Such a very caring person... willing to go out of his way for others. So many great pictures of him...and what a sportsman he was. He will be missed.
Diane and Roland
May 14, 2017
In remembrance of my Brother Dennis, who has gone too soon.
Diane Lewis
May 13, 2017
worked with Dennis for all of his 32 yrs. at G. E. he was a nice guy & a pleasure to work with. deepest sympathies from my husband & I ( who also worked with Dennis).
Don & Diane Lewis
May 12, 2017
Diane,Nancy and Sue , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.May the memories of your loving brother bring you peace and comfort in this time of grief.All my condolences. David Dumond (Lewiston)
May 12, 2017
Diane,Nancy and Sue , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.May the memories of your loving brother bring you peace and comfort in this time of grief.All my condolences. David Dumond (Lewiston)
May 12, 2017
Diane,Nancy and Sue , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.May the memories of your loving brother bring you peace and comfort in this time of grief.All my condolences. David Dumond (Lewiston)
May 12, 2017
Diane,Nancy and Sue , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.May the memories of your loving brother bring you peace and comfort in this time of grief.All my condolences. David Dumond (Lewiston)
Dan & Debra Dube
May 12, 2017
Dear Nancy & family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. May the fond memories help to ease the pain. He will be greatly missed by all.
May 12, 2017
Love,
River, Oliver & Wes
Carmen and Jeff Haggerty
May 12, 2017
Loving thoughts and prayers for Dennis' Family and Friends. May you find Peace and Comfort in fond memories of Dennis during difficult times ahead. Dennis has helped so many. Rest In Peace, my Friend. God Bless.
Catherine McGowan
May 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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