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Bernard Skamarycz Obituary
WORCESTER - Bernard P. Skamarycz, 81, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Born and raised in Gardner, he was the son of Peter and Viola (Oblon) Skamarycz and lived 49 years in Worcester.
Bernie graduated from Gardner High School in 1954. He honorably served in the United States Marines Corps as a sergeant during the Korean War. After returning home from the service, he met and married the love of his life, Marie Codi of Gardner.
He graduated from Worcester Junior College and worked at Weetabix Co. in Clinton. He previously worked at Brown Shoe Co in Worcester and the Van Brode Co. in Clinton.
Bernie was a member of St. George Church in Worcester and a former Commander of the Polish American Veterans in Clinton. Bernie enjoyed golfing, fishing and time with his granchildren.
He leaves his beloved wife of 59 years, Marie R. (Codi) Skamarycz; a son, Peter Skamarycz and his fiancée, Pam Bolarinho of New Bedford; three daughters, Penny-Lynn Earle and her husband, Richard of Grafton, Gail Vickstrom and her husband, James of Millbury and Lori Cooper and her husband, Michael of San Diego, CA; a brother, Richard Skamarycz of Gardner; two sisters, Frances Arsenault of Auburn and Judy Dill of Gardner; nine grandchildren, Codi, Tyler, Julia, Sarah, McKenzie, Benjamin, Jillian, Laine and Samuel. Besides his parents, Bernie is predeceased by a brother, Robert Skamarycz and a sister, Joan Wheeler.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bernie's family from 9 to 10 am on Monday, January 15, at St. George Church, 40 Brattle St., Worcester followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 390 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452. Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden.
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Andrea
August 29, 2018
My deepest sympathies go out to his family. I met Bernie at The International Golf Club. He gave samples to all the waitstaff and was always so kind to us. He was a stand out person and I always kept him in my memory. I am sad the hear of his passing. When I think of and eat Weetabix I am reminded of Bernie.
January 23, 2018
Bernie was my best man at our wedding & a dear, dear friend throughout my life, hope he has foundpeace Pauline Glinski Bourgeois
Claire Perry
January 18, 2018
To the Skamarycz Family,
So sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Bernie's smiling face at NWCAC. He was such a kind and gentle soul. Bernie was Rod's roommate for the past two years. The room is so empty now. I think of him every time I walk into their room. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Semper Fi Bernie.
Jeffrey LaFlash
January 15, 2018
To Penny, Gail, Lori, Peter and Marie:
I am so sorry to hear of your dad and husband's passing. I always remember him as a great guy. My condolences to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss and transition.
Jeff
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Diana Lorion
January 13, 2018
To Bernie's kid sister and family I send my deepest sympathy. Your brother Bernie was the funniest person I know. Never short of a joke, but always showing his love for family and giving a special hug to the kid sister. I know losing Stash and sister Joanie within such a short time is hard, but the Skamarycz's will get threw this with great memories.
RIP Bernie.
January 12, 2018
Our hearts are heavy to learn of Bernie's passing. He was one of a kind, and kind to all. We will treasure the many memories we are so fortunate to have from our years being close to Bernie at VanBrode and Weetabix. He supported us as we embarked on our life together..he was a true friend. We have been saddened to have been unable to be supportive in his final years, but our prayers have remained with he and his family. RIP Stash...we love you still.
Jim Christo
January 12, 2018
Dear family of Bernie
I was saddened to read that Stash had passed away
Bernie was a great friend and a wonderfull golf partner
in the Van Brode and Weetabix league. I always looked
forward to his corny wittasims.In fact I still use some of
them today.This past year I reached out many times but just not
able to connect.You will be missed.
Hit em straight my friend
God Bless
Jim Christo
Judi Dill
January 11, 2018
I will miss my big brother, he was a special guy, a proud Marine who loved his country and his family very much. He never had to remember your name, everyone to Bernie was known as "Stash" or "Stefka". May you rest in peace Bernie, you will live on in our hearts and the special memories we have of you. Your "kid" sister, Judi
Phil Millette
January 11, 2018
To Bernie's family and extended family:
So sorry to hear that Bernie has passed away. Growing up next to Norm and Fran I had the pleasure of seeing Bernie and his family several times a year. It was something I always looked forward to. Bernie was one of the nicest and funniest people I've ever met. Bernie, his family, and the Arseneault's always made me feel like I was part of the family. It was so welcoming. I had the utmost respect for Bernie. He was a man's man. I love you Bernie. You will surely be missed but never forgotten. Semper Fi Bernie!
Phil Millette
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