SOUTH PARIS - Early morning Thursday, March 22nd, 2018, Donald Eugene Bernard passed away at the age of 85. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Exelia (Gagnon) Bernard, his brothers, Robert, Paul, and his sister, Lucille. He was a loving husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all. Donald will be forever lovingly remembered by his surviving wife, Rose Marie Bernard, his son and his wife, Peter and Diane, his grandchildren and their spouses, Josh and Becky, Jeremie and Erica, Julia, Jesse and Stella, Jeffrey and Vanessa, his great-grandchildren, Carter, Ivan, Anika, and Madison, his niece, Sue and her husband Richard Doyon, and his many friends, nieces, and nephews that he held so close his heart.
Donald served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He spent the rest of his professional career as an electrician, the job he loved. He is perhaps best known for his incredible sense of humor, his charming personality, and his piercing blue eyes. He loved spending time with his friends and family and will remain in our hearts forever.
Friends and family are invited to share their memories and offer their condolences by visiting Donald's online guestbook at www.thefortingroupauburn.com
FUNERAL NOTICE:
BERNARD - Donald E., 85, passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2018 in South Paris. A gathering will be held for friends and family on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 from 11:30am to 12:30pm at Fortin/AUBURN. A service of The Fortin Group/Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner St. Auburn, Maine 04210. 783-8545.
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