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Ida G. Bernard

1935 - 2014

Ida G. Bernard

1935 - 2014

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BORN

1935

DIED

2014

Ida Bernard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 28, 2014.

Bernard, Ida G., 79, of Louisville passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side on Tuesday.

She was a retired Teachers Aide with JCPS. Ida was an active member of Watkins United Methodist Church for the past 32 years and was a member of the Highlands Lions Club along with being a former member of the Lyndon Lions Club where she had served as past Secretary/Treasurer. She donated many hours doing eye screenings for pre-school children over the years. Ida was the Matriarch of her family and always put the needs of others before her own.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 59 years, Richard Bernard; 3 children, James C. Bernard (Shawn), Rose M. Maggard (Jeff) and Sherri L. Pack (Scott); sister, Joan E. Reeves; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

A service to celebrate the life of Ida will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2014 at Watkins United Methodist Church, 9800 Westport Road. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Arch L. Heady & Son at Westport Village and after 9:00 a.m. on Friday at church.

Memorial gifts may be made to Hosparus or Watkins United Methodist Church.

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October 31, 2014

Kathy Nally posted to the memorial.

October 31, 2014

Jan Beaverson posted to the memorial.

October 30, 2014

Doris & Robert Alvey posted to the memorial.

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Kathy Nally

October 31, 2014

Dick,

So sorry for your loss. I remember working with you and Ida in the Lyndon Lions Club and Ida was so supportive of the club and everyone connected to it. My sincere condolences. Kathy Nally

Jan Beaverson

October 31, 2014

Dick, I just heard about Ida's passing. I am so sorry. She is in a better place and is in no more pain. My heartfelt sympathies go to you and your family at this time. She was a wonderful lady in every sense of the word. I know she will be missed by many.

God bless

Jan Beaverson

Doris & Robert Alvey

October 30, 2014

Rose, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your beautiful Mom. She was an incredible woman, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was smart, funny and graceful. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Terry Casabella

October 30, 2014

Rose and family we share comfort in knowing Ida is no longer suffering. We send thoughts of sympathy and support to you as you begin your journey without her. Friends are the pillars on your porch. Sometimes they hold you up, sometimes they lean on you, and sometimes it's just enough to know that they are standing by. We send you thoughts of peace and courage.

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October 30, 2014

Rose and family, so sorry for your loss. Sounds like she was a very special lady. I know you have many special memories.

Ernie & Barbara Wilson

October 30, 2014

Ida and I grew up together at Kern Methodist Church in Nashville. Her Mother was our Sunday School teacher. She was always a Christian and good friend. My sympathy to her family.
Love in Christ Barbara Gore Parkes

John & Lisa Elmore

October 30, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Ida was a very sweet lady. Please know that you, and all of your family, are in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen Hayse

October 30, 2014

Rest in Peace Lion Ida, you will be missed. You were a very special lady, thank you for all you did for the children in our community through the KidSight program. Lion Dick you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 29, 2014

Sorry to hear of Ida's Passing. I was just thinking about her yesterday. She was a very caring lady and good neighbor so many years ago.You are in my prayers. Glenda James Ramirez

Melinda Allen

October 29, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. Although I only had the pleasure of meeting her a few times, she was a very sweet woman.

Trena Redmon

October 29, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers

Mark & Joyce Kelly

October 29, 2014

To our friend and fellow Lion; we will sing, "The Last Rose of Summer" in her honor and memory.

October 29, 2014

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this time. It was an honor caring for Mrs. Bernard and we are so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, your friends at Home Instead Senior Care.

Cathy Head

October 29, 2014

Dick, I am so sorry for the loss of Ida, she was one of the most beautiful and loving women I have ever known. Prayers to you and your family!

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7410 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 40222-4100