Contributions to the tribute of Father Bernard de Margerie

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Gisele lit a candle

Monday, March 18, 2024

A matante Jacynthe, a tous et toutes les cousins et cousines, je vous remercie de m’avoir mis au courant de le cheminement de mononcle Bernard durant ses derniers mois. Et de nous avoir inviter a nous joindre a vous par l’internet pour cette messe funéraires(et les prières d’hier soir). Dans mon esprit, je crois que Bernard est sûrement entre les bras de l’Amour Divin et j’offre mes prières pour qu’il puisse sentir le calm et l’assurance profonde d’avoir arriver. Lui, qui disait souvent “Parlez moi d’amour”, lui, qui reflétait l’amour dans ses paroles et ses actions… que la Paix soit avec lui. Je vous embrasse. X0 de Gisele

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Jean Pawlus posted a condolence

Monday, March 18, 2024

Deepest sympathy, love and condolences to family and friends of our dear Fr. Bon Bon. Was he still known that way?? I met Fr. B in the ‘60’s in Saskatoon. My earliest memory is of celebration of the sacrament of reconciliation in his cosy little living room at Canadien Martyrs. A blend of soft classical music and gentle affirming words of Gods mercy and compassion. Still grateful for that moment. Many blessed moments and encounters over the years. A life well-lived and devoted to God’s many unique persons. Rejoice, my friend, in your eternal reward.

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Bill Crosby posted a condolence

Friday, March 15, 2024

In a dark moment, as Fr. Bernard and I attended to the last hours of a mutual friend, I was deeply troubled. And he could sense my distress. As I neared breaking down, I looked into those warm and comforting eyes, to hear him say: "Courage mon ami ... courage." I knew then, I was in the presence of a man of God ... and through him, found the courage to press on in honouring our friend. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him. À la prochaine, cher Bernard.

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Robert Papen posted a condolence

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Mon épouse Viviane et moi offrons nos plus sincères condoléances aux membres des familles de Margerie et Bénard, en particulier notre cousine Jacynthe, à l'occasion du décès de notre cher Bernard. Qu'il repose en paix. Robert A. Papen

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Gladys McElwee lit a candle

Monday, March 11, 2024

I am sending my sympathy and joy in regard to Father Bernard. He has been a tremendous blessing for me. In 1965 he helped my future husband Albert, and myself sort out the possibility of marriage. Albert was Presbyterian and I , Ukrainian Catholic. Albert came from Scotland and was very uncomfortable with the thought of talking to a priest. In those days the "Orange" (protestants) and "Green" (Catholics) were not friends to put it mildly! Fr. Bernard was referred to us. My Greek Catholic Church did not use English at any services yet. I wanted my future husband to understand what we were promising at the ceremony. All went well and we were grateful for his classes and marriage ceremony. He came to our home to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and took part in my husbands funeral service. I am grateful for his ministry and inclusiveness of all. May he be blessed to the fullest. "Eternal Memory"

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The family of Father Bernard de Margerie uploaded a photo

Friday, March 8, 2024

Father Bernard de Margerie

1934 - 2024

Dependable. Committed. Compassionate.