BERNIER, Diane Marie - born as Thornham left us on the 10th May, 2022. The cancer took her life at 81 years of age. She left behind her husband Claude Bernier, her son Ernest Bernier, grandson Joseph, her brother Wade Thornham (Dianne), and nephew Terry Thornham. They all loved her very much. She enjoyed picking up Terry when he was a little boy from daycare. She said they had great talks. Diane was born in Dartmouth, NS on the 26th of January, 1941. She went to business school. Diane worked at different places, including the Halifax Infirmary for many years. Claude was in the navy serving on the HMCS Ottawa when they met in 1972. This was the time when the integration of the forces came into effect. Diane, her son, and Claude moved in June 1973 to the army base CFB Valcartier in Quebec where Claude was posted. They bought a house close to the base and had many friends there. Ernest (her son from her first marriage) was adopted in Quebec by Claude at this time. She became known in Valcartier for being in charge of a group called TOPS (weight watching organization). She liked crocheting and she had a nice voice. Diane was asked many times to sing a solo at the English Church on the base. She also read many books. Claude retired after 26 years in the forces and the family moved to Dartmouth in 1982. Her parents were still alive then. They were good to her. She lost her father, Bob Thornham, in January 1983 and her mother, Grace Thornham, a few years after. Diane and Claude liked to travel. Diane was always appreciative of what people did for her at home and on her travels. She went on 4 pilgrimages at Saint Anne De Beaupre in Quebec (1992, 1993, 2003 and 2004). One time she showed her appreciation on behalf of the group to the organizer and bus driver. Here is what she said in her own words, “Personally, I can’t express the feeling of spiritual enlightenment and the fellowship I carry home with me each year. Michael you are a very special person and we love you. Michael, on behalf of the Sharing Group, I was asked to make this presentation to you. We want to thank you for all the love and hard work that goes into making this pilgrimage possible.” Diane and Claude became parishioners at the Church of Saint Andrew, Cole Harbour around 1990 when Father Melvin was the minister. Claude is grateful for all the care givers who visited and helped her to be comfortable as possible at home and in the hospitals. He appreciates the help of Wade, her brother who cared deeply for her. A special thank you to Katherine for visiting and giving her the time and attention, providing her with love and compassion in her hour of need. A Funeral Service will take place at the Church of Saint Andrew, Cole Harbour on May 23, 2022 at 2pm. Private family burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made the Canadian Red Cross. Online condolences may be sent to: www.mattatallfuneralhome.com
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