1947-2021
West Bowdoin – Paul P. Bernier 74, of West Rd. West Bowdoin passed away suddenly and
unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday October 6, 2021. He was born at the family farm in West
Bowdoin on January 16, 1947, the youngest child of the late George E. and Jeannette (Morin) Bernier.
Educated in local schools, he graduated from Lisbon High in 1965. After a brief stint in the Navy, Paul
worked as a woodsman, heavy equipment operator, truck driver, maintenance man, and terminal
manager for a major transportation company, among various other jobs. He was a jack-of-all-trades and
could be counted on to tackle whatever lay before him. He enjoyed being outside and could often be
found cutting wood or tinkering on an old Ford pickup. Always busy, he would always take time to
visit with whoever stopped by, or to lend someone a hand. He was loved by everyone who knew him
well, and will be missed most of all for his love of laughter and constant desire to make those around
him laugh.
He is survived by his son Paul Bernier Jr. of Richmond, daughter Laura Bernier of Lisbon, stepsons
Tim Wagg of Wiscasset and Tom Wagg and wife Angie of Wiscasset, stepdaughters Lisa David of
Lewiston and Lori Bureau and fiance Jeff Mason of Litchfield, daughter of longtime companion
Gertrude, Billie Jo Weddle and husband Brad of Utah, former daughter-in-law Stephanie Bernier of
Topsham, brothers George R. Bernier and wife Pinkie of West Bowdoin, Normand Bernier and wife
Jeannine of Litchfield, and Richard Bernier of Bowdoin, sisters Lillyette Cornish of Bowdoin, Rachel
Dolezal and husband Warren of California, and Helena Clifford and husband Richard of Sabattus,
sixteen grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, a sister Jeannette Bernier, wife Arlene (Harris) Bernier, companion
Gertrude Hanson, granddaughter Hailey Emery, and grandson Tristan Wagg.
On line Condolences can be shared at www.crosmanfuneralhome.com
A service will be held at West Bowdoin Baptist Church on October 30 at 11:00 am, followed by a brief
graveside gathering and reception.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Dempsey Center would be
appreciated.
Arrangements are under the care of Crosman Funeral Home 40 Main St. Lisbon Falls 353-4951.
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