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Bryan Bernard

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BRYAN JAMES BERNARD

September 6, 1948 - August 30, 2021

With heavy hearts, we announce that Bryan “Trapper” Bernard passed away on August 30th, 2021 in Winnipeg at the age of 72 years.

 

He is survived by his wife of 20 years Denise, mother of his children (Lise Loiselle), children James (Arielle), Monique, grandson Gabriel, sister Valerie Dupont, niece Tracy (Steve) Adler, step-children Max Revak, Josh Mordarski & Karen Sovak (Curt), many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

 

Born in Pine Falls, the second son of Omer and Thelma (nee Wonnacott) Bernard, Bryan grew up in Great Falls.  He was an avid water skier, hunter, fisherman, trapper and diver.  Boy Scouts was always a huge part of his life.  Scouters knew him as “Trapper”.  He served as Cub leader then Akela of the 129th Cub Pack, Peguis District Service Team, Asst. District Commissioner, District Commissioner and Trainer, earning the Scouts Canada “Medal of Merit in 1994.

 

Bryan followed his passions and was a “jack of all trades”.  During his lifetime he worked in auto body repair, electrical, car sales, typewriter repair, business partner in “The Computer Niche”, and the MTS IT Department.

 

Bryan’s family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by watching the photo-biography above. Please, also consider sharing your own photos, memories, and stories by making use of the comment section on this page.

 

A special thank you to the nurses and doctors at St. Boniface Hospital for taking such compassionate and respectful care of him.

 

In Accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.  If you so desire, please make a donation to CancerCare, or your favourite charity.

 

He lived a life filled with love, laughter, and joy.  Be at peace, we love you and miss you.

ETHICAL DEATH CARE

Cremation & Life Celebrations

530 St. Mary Avenue - Winnipeg

204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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Curtis Chamberlain

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

My deepest condolences to Denise and family. Bryan was a great neighbour n friend and it came in that order. We had lots of fun bugging each other about politics and going for Apple fritters at Grand donots! It was always nice to know he was around to keep an eye on things and lend a hand when needed. Your most certainly going to be missed Bryan. Everytime one of those apple fritters makes its way into my hands I’ll be thinking of you ole buddy !  Curtis Chamberlain 

Marcel & Janet Lemire

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

I remember Bryan in our preteen and teenage years. Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Denis Loiselle

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

My deepest sympathy to Denise, James, Monique & family. I have fond memories of Brian and will mot forget him. Take care

Meagan Fong

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

You are all in our prayers. So sorry for your loss. 

Linda Wilcott

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

My most sincere sympathies to Denise and family.  I knew Bryan when I was 13 and he was 14 in St. George... We were kind of "dating" I guess.  He was a lovely person.  I'm very sad to hear of his passing.

Lillian

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

🕊Bryan was an old school buddy back in the days when I lived in Great Falls. Condolences to his family. Rest in Peace, Bryan.🕊

Richard

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

Hey brother James ur dad was my dad and he will be missed but now there r more angels up there watching down on us. Love u my friend and hope to see u soon 

Roger Bouvier

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

I remember Bryan well from our high school days in Powerview. Bryan was always an adventurer. I remember one of his first attempts at diving with home made diving equipment. RIP Bryan. Our condolences to his family ❤

Melody Anderson

September 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM

My sincere condolences to all who knew and loved him. Bryan was a contributor to a Facebook group I started called, “Great Falls Kids”. Although a different generation of Great Falls kid than I, his contributions were wonderful. A picture he submitted is the group’s profile pic. May he Rest In Peace. 
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