It is with great sadness that we the family wish to announce the death of Mr. Bernard Duke, husband of Patricia (Aubé) Duke of Beresford, which occurred on Monday, December 10, 2018 at the Chaleur Regional Hospital in Bathurst at the age of 88.
Born in Bathurst, he was the son of the late Hugh and late Catherine (Doucet) Duke.
Besides his wife of 64 years, he is survived by his two children: Gary (Jeannine) of Beresford and Susan Guitar (Mike) of Fredericton. Four grandchildren: Keith, René, Kevin, and Allison. Six great grandchildren: Nathan, Vincent, Cameron, Mya, Brayden and Logan.
He is also survived by two sisters: Clara Collins of Stoney Creek, ON and Lorraine Pappis (James Taylor) of Lindsay, ON, and many nieces and nephews.
Bernard was predeceased by two brothers: Edgar and Clarence.
The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home in Beresford on Wednesday, December 19th, 2018 from 1 p.m. until time of funeral which will be celebrated from the St-Nom-de-Jésus Church in Beresford at 4 p.m.
In memory of Bernard, donations may be made to the Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation for the Dialysis department or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home in Beresford. (www.mfheritage.com)
