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Linda Cooke posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
I was so sorry to learn of Bernice's passing. I knew her as a teacher and also as a friend of my Grandmother, Lucy Corsano from Mackenzie Street. She would often visit her. Bernice lived a wonderful life. May she RIP.
Linda Cooke (formerly from Glace Bay)
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Michael McDonald posted a condolence
Thursday, December 5, 2019
Rest well Rocky.,. 10000 plus owe our lives. At least part of it to who we are today. Thank you to a wonderful lady.
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Stephanie Davidson posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Although I have not seen Bernice in many years (since I was a child), what my mind conjures up when I think of Bernice was her big, beautiful smile. I remember recently after we bought our piano, Ave and Bernice came over for a visit and Bernice played and sang until we were all gathered around belting out the tunes and laughing. That piano never sounded so good! I was very sad to hear of her passing. I am sure she is somewhere still singing and smiling and bringing joy to the souls around her with that big, beautiful smile.
Stephanie Davidson formerly from Broughton
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Betty Kaczmarczyk posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Bernice and I went to Teachers College together and have been life long friends. She brought joy and laughter along with a delightful sense of humour. I shall miss her, yet I know she is living this new life to the fullest. Sister Betty Kaczmarczyk, formerly of New Waterford.
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LindaAnn posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 2, 2019
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First , I would like to offer my Deepest Condolences on the passing of such a Refined Lady....
Bernice will always have a special place in my heart.
I share Fond & Loving memories of my long distance and everlasting friendship, that I am so very grateful to have had.
We shared many interests and beliefs.
One of our favorites was St.Theresa, The Little Flower.
She would love the roses I would send to her Facebook.
I have been very Privledged along with Blessed to have met such a Wonderful, Caring & Loving Lady......
In my heart, I know she will watch over each and every one of us...
Yes," Guardian Angel ", I am sure , is her new title ...
Rest in Peace ,Sweet Bernice....
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Jim and Anne MacDonald posted a condolence
Monday, December 2, 2019
To Bernice's family,
It was very obvious that teaching was, indeed, Bernice's life's work. I only had the pleasure of meeting her a few times in my life, and never had the joy of being taught by her, but she had a very special way of making you feel like you were the only important person in the room.
We are thinking of Ave at this time and sending our love.
Hugs from Jim and Anne MacDonald
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Craig Stoneburrowes posted a condolence
Monday, December 2, 2019
I remember this lady from my Grade 10 geography class as St. Mikes in 1977. She was truly a bon vivant who enjoyed being in the class and teaching sometimes dull facts in a very engaging and entertaining way, I am grateful to her for that and her unique talents.It'so lovely to hear that she has enjoyed such a full life since the time when I knew her. We shared a love of muscle cars and I would laugh when I saw her roaring around in her mighty black Pontiac (LeMans?). We should all have such zest for life. Rest easy and sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Craig Stonier
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Michael McIntyre posted a condolence
Monday, December 2, 2019
Thank you Miss MacDonald! I have thought of you often over the years. A wonderful teacher !!
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Marilyn & Bob Johnston posted a condolence
Sunday, December 1, 2019
I was saddened to see the passing of Bernice. Bernice taught grade 6 at St. Anthony's School Glace Bay. She was always full of wit and a great teacher. Our deepest condolences to all who had the pleasure of knowing Bernice. May she RIP.
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petcentral@sympatico.ca posted a condolence
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Bernice was my grandmother's niece (Mary McDonald McNeil), my father's 1st cousin (Murray McNeil) and my 2nd cousin. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Bernice during her life as I am in Ontario, and for that I am sorry. Reading the tributes to her on this site has been heartwarming and I am so happy that she helped so many individuals during her long life. May Bernice rest in well deserved peace.
Donna McNeil
Toronto, Ontario
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patsy (yates) Odo posted a condolence
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Mrs Macdonald was my grade 10 history teacher at St Micheals high school she was always ready to lead her class in a great adventure or topic from historic periods in time. I will always remember that little grin and twinkle in her eye when she knew that she had us captivated when her stories were told during those times in history class.It is this that I will always remember about her to Ava and her extended family god bless.
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Ken and Barb Taylor posted a condolence
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Ken and I would like to express our sadness at the passing of Bernice. Another link has been broken in the MacDonald family. Bernice was a kind and caring soul who will be missed by her family and her many friends. Rest in peace Bernice.
Ken and Barb Taylor and family
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Wayne McKinnon posted a condolence
Sunday, December 1, 2019
To Bernice's Family,
I had the pleasure of being taught by Bernice at St. Anthony's School in No. 11. She was a great teacher, who always put her students first. To Bernice education was knowledge and knowledge made us better people.
Please accept our condolences on Bernice's passing. She was a lady always full of wit and humour and the world was a better place for her having been part of it.
Ave you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God Bless!
Wayne & Sharon McKinnon
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Aileen Butler posted a condolence
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Ron and I were saddened to hear of Bernice's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ave and Bernice's extended family. She truly touched every life she encountered in a positive way. We will always remember her smile and friendly demeanor. From, Aileen and Ron Butler
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atoh@ns.Sympatico.ca posted a condolence
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Sincere Condolences on the passing of Bernice MacDonald. RIP. It was lovely to have met you. , Thelma & Allan O'Handley
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Darlene MacDonald posted a condolence
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Miss MacDonald was a wonderful teacher. She was very energetic and enthusiastic, and always kind. Sincere condolences to her family. Darlene (Morgan) MacDonald (St. Mike's Class of '81)
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Raylene( Cochrane) MacEachern lit a candle
Friday, November 29, 2019
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It is with sadness to read of Bernice’s passing.What a wonderful tribute.
Please accept my sincere condolences and May Bernice RIP.
With much love,
Raylene ( Cochrane) MacEachern
Calgary
Formerly from Beacon St .
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Paul Hines posted a condolence
Friday, November 29, 2019
Dear Bernice,
You exemplified kindness, caring, and joy in a way few in this world can ever emulate. Rest peacefully, and thank you for the love and hope you bestowed on everyone (especially me) with whom you ever crossed paths. The world is better because of your time among us. If only the same could be said of us all.
Most Sincerely,
Paul Hines
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Mary Shaw lit a candle
Friday, November 29, 2019
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God grant eternal rest upon your servant, Bernice. As a fellow teacher, I got to know Bernice over the years. She was kind, compassionate and always spoke well of others. She realized the shortness of life. Rest in peace, Bernice. Job well done. God let perpetual life shine upon her. R.I.P. In Christ, S. Mary M. Shaw, asc, D. Min, Springfield, Il, formerly of Glace Bay Teaching staff.
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tgf@eastlink.ca posted a condolence
Friday, November 29, 2019
To the family of Bernice
Please accept our sincere condolences on her passing; she was a unique “one of a kind person” who lived life to the beat of her own drum. Teaching was not a job to her , it was a passion and she challenged students she encountered to make life better for them and those around them. She was never afraid to try something first or to be herself, one of the fondest memories is her dancing at the student dances to get others involved. We were fortunate to know her later in life outside the classroom. She is the person that stands out the most in our memories of St Mike's High School years. While she was a beloved teacher she was a better person. May she have the eternal rest that she so richly deserves,
Rest In Peace
Cheryl and Terry French
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Kevin Joseph McNeil posted a condolence
Friday, November 29, 2019
thank you Bernice for showing me,as one of your St. Michael's students, how to learn and be a better person. you always had the right things to say and had the right direction to steer the students. may God bless you and care for you in your eternal life. Kevin McNeil- 1973 graduate.
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