Obituary for Raymond Alexander Bernier
Raymond A. Bernier, just shy of 94, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 13, 2021, surrounded by the love of his family while at Park View Health Center. He was born February 20, 1927, one of six children of Theresa Koplinski and Raymond Bernier. Ray married Marcella Kosup February 7, 1947 and shared 67 years of life together which included having eight children. Marcella (2014) and their first son Thomas (1948) preceded him in death. Ray served our Country in the Army during World War II.
Ray developed his trade as a carpenter at a young age and he never stopped mastering it – he could build or fix almost anything. He did not have a lazy bone in his body and always had to be doing something. Ray loved tending his flower beds, sharing the harvest of his vegetable garden, carving totem poles, fishing and hunting. About 35 years ago, he purchased land in Iola, and most of the family worked under his direction to build a log cabin together. He also was an avid bowler as an Eagle’s Club member for many years. Marcella and Ray were long-time members of St. Josaphat’s church and later attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include: Mike (Dawn) Bernier, Bill (Sue) Bernier, Tim (Mary) Bernier, and Patty (Steve) Francour all of Oshkosh, Mary (Leslie) Bernier of Neenah, Paul (Jean) Bernier of Omro, Rick (Maureen) Bernier of Land O’ Lakes; 10 grandchildren, Brandt (Lynsie) Bernier, Mishawn Doemel, Brian (Connie) Bernier, Jennifer (Jarrod) Garritano, Jason (Melanie) Beahm, Matthew (Sharon) Bernier, Brett (Carrie) Bernier, Abbey Bernier, Callie (Zander) Roberts, and Cade Francour; and 17 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Ray was also preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings.
A graveside memorial service will be held with family on January 29th at 2:30 PM at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Ray’s great sense of humor will live on in all of our hearts. We will miss him dearly.
We would like to thank the wonderful, caring aides, nurses, and all of the staff at Park View Health Center. It was very comforting to have your compassion and respect for our father, especially during the difficult times of the pandemic. In lieu of flowers, Ray would appreciate a memorial to Rawhide Boys Ranch.
Ray developed his trade as a carpenter at a young age and he never stopped mastering it – he could build or fix almost anything. He did not have a lazy bone in his body and always had to be doing something. Ray loved tending his flower beds, sharing the harvest of his vegetable garden, carving totem poles, fishing and hunting. About 35 years ago, he purchased land in Iola, and most of the family worked under his direction to build a log cabin together. He also was an avid bowler as an Eagle’s Club member for many years. Marcella and Ray were long-time members of St. Josaphat’s church and later attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include: Mike (Dawn) Bernier, Bill (Sue) Bernier, Tim (Mary) Bernier, and Patty (Steve) Francour all of Oshkosh, Mary (Leslie) Bernier of Neenah, Paul (Jean) Bernier of Omro, Rick (Maureen) Bernier of Land O’ Lakes; 10 grandchildren, Brandt (Lynsie) Bernier, Mishawn Doemel, Brian (Connie) Bernier, Jennifer (Jarrod) Garritano, Jason (Melanie) Beahm, Matthew (Sharon) Bernier, Brett (Carrie) Bernier, Abbey Bernier, Callie (Zander) Roberts, and Cade Francour; and 17 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Ray was also preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings.
A graveside memorial service will be held with family on January 29th at 2:30 PM at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Ray’s great sense of humor will live on in all of our hearts. We will miss him dearly.
We would like to thank the wonderful, caring aides, nurses, and all of the staff at Park View Health Center. It was very comforting to have your compassion and respect for our father, especially during the difficult times of the pandemic. In lieu of flowers, Ray would appreciate a memorial to Rawhide Boys Ranch.