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Bernard Wilson

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BERNARD "BERNIE" WAYNE WILSON

November 17, 1940 – May 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce that Bernie passed away on May 12, 2025 in Winnipeg, MB at the age of 84.


He is survived by his wife of 50 years Judy Loxton; sister Gayle (Jake) from BC; son Guy (daughter Leah) from ON; son Scott (DeeDee); grandchildren William; Caitlyn; Samantha (Jay); great grandchild Harvey from ON.


Predeceased by his parents Helen & Matt Wilson; his 41-yr old pet bird “Mr. Magoo”. His 2-yr old pet dog “Teddy” is truly missing cuddling with him.


Bernie spent a portion of his younger years working on tugboats every summer out of Harrison Hot Springs, BC. He also was a mechanic at Kimberly-Clark of Canada Ltd in Winnipeg, MB for many years. He then went into Real Estate (as a seller, manager & broker) for various companies before his retirement.


Bernie had many friends with whom he liked to socialize with and was the life of many parties. In his earlier years, he liked to build go-carts and race them in the US. He also enjoyed going to the US with his friends watching car racing and football. He spent many years boating at Lake of The Woods, ON and cottaging at Spruce Bay Heights, MB.


Bernie was my life’s existence and I will miss him immensely; for we did everything together. Bernie used to tease me that I constantly led when we danced. Now I am leading him to Heaven’s Gates.



Afterglow


I’d like the memory of me

to be a happy one.


I’d like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.


I’d like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,


Of happy times and laughing times

and bright and sunny days.


I’d like the tears of those who grieve,

to dry before the sun


Of happy memories

that I leave when life is done.



In Accordance with Bernie’s wishes, cremation/ burial will take place and no formal service will be held.


In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare.


Bernie’s family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by sharing photos, memories, and stories, using the comment section on this page.


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Carol Kowaliuk

June 2, 2025 at 12:40 PM

I just heard the news Judy and sending hugs & condolences to you and family. Always loved his laugh & sense of humor. I'll always remember him stopping by the Spruce Sands cottage to do some "make shift" tattoos. Rest in peace Bernie.

Chris and Darla

May 26, 2025 at 7:24 PM

So sorry to see you go my friend. No one else would have a quacking mallard as an alarm clock, or bare all bending over in thong underwear. We will miss the Weekend's at Bernies, the games, MNF and the Roams to the Dome. Rest Well.

 

Rheal and Pauline Clairoux

May 21, 2025 at 9:26 PM

Dear Gayle please accept our deepest condolences on the recent loss of your beloved brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.

The Wilsons

May 21, 2025 at 9:23 AM

He was a proud father, brother, son , grandfather and husband

you will be missed Dad

Kent and Cherie

May 20, 2025 at 5:20 PM

We are so sorry for your loss Judy! We have such fond memories of our fun with you both at the lake playing cards, listening to Roy Orbison and especially playing bocci ball! Bernie had such a great sense of humor and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts are with you and Teddy (I am sure he is missing Bernie too).

The Carnegie's

May 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM

Xmas in July 2024

Carnegie Family

May 19, 2025 at 5:18 PM

Our deepest condolences to you Judy on the loss of Bernie. Bernie was a kind and funny guy, who always made us feel at home and welcomed. We truly enjoyed getting to know you both at the cottage, and have so many fond memories of Bernie "shaking the gifts" at Christmas in July. He will be truly missed. Big virtual hugs to you and Teddy - until we can hug you in person! XOX The Carnegie's (Ian, Nicole, Meagan and Callum)

Terry & Marianne Baxter

May 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM

We'll never be able to hear 'Wasted Days and Wasted Nights' without thinking of Bernie. We will treasure the memories of times spent at the cottage, cards and bocce tournaments, of fun times at New Years and Grey Cup parties. Rest well , dear friend.

David and Susan Pearson

May 17, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Judy

Dave and I send our deepest sympathy.

We have been your cottage neighbors for a very long time. Bernie will be missed.

Jim and Evelyn Livingston

May 17, 2025 at 12:35 PM

So very sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. I met Bernie in 1958 at the Winnipeg Roller Rink and for several years we frequented the same places within the same group of friends. We skated, we played pool at Casey's, we ate pizza at Zorro's.

 

For many years, we kind of lost touch with each other but every once in a while I would run into him on the street in Gimli or in Tuxedo or with Judy at the fall supper in Arnes. One time I ran into Bernie after we had just moved into the Tuxedo area and he invited me and my wife to his New Years Eve party. What a guy!

 

We emailed each other occasionally and I will miss that.

 

Our condolences Judy and family.

Heather and Dave Ewen

May 17, 2025 at 12:09 PM

Dave and I will miss Bernie very much. We have been neighbours for over 25 years. We will always remember the Christmas Eves we spent at your house. Bernie loved to see the kids and give them fun gifts. We were very lucky to have him as a neighbour.

Richard & Sharon Romanow

May 17, 2025 at 10:43 AM

Judy, We are so very sorry for your loss. Bernie was a wonderful and cheerful person. It was always a pleasure to spend a few hours in his company chatting and having a drink with him. We will miss his wit, lighthearted personality and his dedication to our cottage association.

Darryl Pohl

May 17, 2025 at 9:58 AM

You will be missed Uncle Bernie. Take it easy on them up there.

Moe & Stanis Steffano

May 17, 2025 at 8:25 AM

Our deepest sympathy Judy, on the passing of Bernie.

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