Bernard "Bernie" Ernest Fournier
November 12th, 2017
FOURNIER, Bernard “Bernie”
June 13, 1939 – November 12, 2017
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bernie Fournier on Sunday, November 12, 2017 after a courageous four-month battle with cancer. Bernie moved to Canada in 1952 at the age of 13 from Beuson, Switzerland and after spending most of his formative years in St. Catharine’s, ON, the move was made to Alberta with his family.
Bernie leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Joy; sons, Tom (Michelle) and Norm “Bubba” (Shari); grandchildren, Brandy (Jay), James, Stephen, Tyler, Shaun, Spencer and Kali; great grandchildren, Peyton and Olivia; siblings, Odile, Theresa, Moe (Margaret) and Nick (Lynn); sister-in-law, Shirley as well as many loved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Marie of Switzerland.
A Celebration of Bernie’s Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bernie’s memory to the Palliative Care, Drumheller Hospital, 351 – 9 Street NW, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y1.
Messages:
So very sad you and the boys lost your best friend. I remember fondly the 4 of us playing bridge and all the fun we had over the years. I hope Bernie and Eddie and having fun 'upstairs'. Remember I love you Joy, call me whenever you want to talk.
Joy, Tom & Norm (and loved ones) ...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Our family remembers great times with the Fournier's and we all agree that they were the best neighbours! Mom was sharing a story about how Bernie always said that Mom cheated in Euchre because she would win all the time, to Bernie that was the only explanation...too funny. He will be missed by us all. He was a humourous man...always remembered him joking and also he was the type of man that was there to help you out if you needed it. Lots of love and prayers sent your way. RIP Bernie. The Thompsons'.
Our deepest condolences for the whole family. Your neighbors Derv and Angie
My condolences to Joy and family. Bernie was one of the best .He sure we'll be missed. .
Thinking of you Joy and your family, miles apart but still a part of family....Love from the Donaldson Cousins......
Our deepest sympathy to you, Joy and you family. Bernie was a kind funny gentleman and co-partner in golf. I'm going to miss this dear man. Mike and Judy Behuniak
My deepest condolences to all of the Fournier family.I remember Bernie as a friend from ball and golf
We are so sorry to hear about Bernie. Our condolences to Joy, his sons and all of his family. We will always remember Bernie pouring our patio way back when we were neighbours. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal May his wings be as bright as his smile was. Rest in peace Bernie. Sincerely, Dave, Rita and family
Our deepest condolences to you,Joy and to the boys. Bernie was a good friend and a good man.
I am proud to say this man was my Uncle. He was in fact my favourite Uncle. He would always tease me as a kid, loved his sense of humour, he taught me how to cheat at cabbie (family card game), pretty sure he was thankful for having boys instead of a girl after I joined them on a camping trip as a teenager (he never knew anyone could take that long to dry their hair)! He was stubborn yet the most kindhearted man I ever knew. I am truly thankful that he is now at peace, however my heart still aches and I will miss him dearly. Joy, Tom & Family, Norm & Family, you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I'm only a phone call away. Sending Love to you all. Nancy
Sincere condolences to everyone. Please know you are in my thoughts each and every day.
Deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband , Dad, grandpa and great grandpa Bernie. He will be missed.
Joy, just a word to say how sorry I am for you and your family...my heart goes out to you as I know how you feel ...please give the boys a hug from me. LOTSA LOVE ANN
Bernie was a kind and generous man, always willing to help and so proud of his family. I enjoyed spending time with him bowling and golfing. He will be missed.
I bowled with Bernie on the Senior's bowling league. Also golfed on the Sr. golf day with him. He always had a great sense of humor and was generally a great guy to be around. He was encouraging and thoughtful. He is greatly missed in the senior circle. Please accept my deepest condolences. Prayers and hugs to the whole family at this difficult time. Know that Bernie will always be around you, providing those warm fuzzy feelings of love.
Donations were made in Bernie's behalf to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation for the Palliative Care unit by Therese Fournier of Quebec QC. Please contact us for further information about donations made in his honor. Please accept the condolences of all the members of the staff who grew to love Bernie while he was with us.