Laura B. Bernard, 82, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2015 in Weeki Wachee, Florida. She was born in Boston, MA on March 3, 1933, the daughter of Laura and Earl Tabor. Laura was preceded in death by her husband Robert C. Bernard on September 2, 1982. Laura is survived by her four children, two granddaughters and two great grandchildren, several fond nieces and nephews, who called her “Aunt Susie”(nickname Laura was given by her father) along with many wonderful friends who blessed her life with joy. Early in Laura’s life she was a homemaker, raising her children, volunteered her services within the Southborough, MA school system, provided daycare to working moms and very involved in the First Congregational Church of Southborough, with the woman’s fellowship and junior and senior teen fellowships and teaching the Bible to young children in Sunday school. Laura was widowed at the age of 49. Her children were all grown up and pursuing their careers and families. She started her second career at Harvard Medical School, as an animal care giver. Her dedication to her job of 16 years was commendable. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed life spending summers in Maine, avid crafter and taking cruises with her youngest granddaughter, whom she played a major role in her upbringing. In 2009, Laura decided she had enough of the New England winters and bought a home in Weeki Wachee North Senior Community in Florida. Although she enjoyed her privacy, she also loved the company of good friends, which she had many. She belonged to Red Hats, explored the choices of religion in the region, continued her crafts, water aerobics, lady’s luncheons, coffee hour. Laura never turned away a good cup of mocha iced coffee! Laura lived her life to the fullest and will be remembered for her undeniable wit and sense of humor, love of family and animals and appreciation of true friendship. A private service with immediate family in Massachusetts to be held at a later date. A Poem for Mom When tomorrow starts without me And I’m not there to see If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me I wish so much you wouldn’t cry The way you did today While thinking of the many things We didn’t get to say I know how much you cared for me As much as I did you And each time you think of me I’ll know you’ll miss me too But when tomorrow starts without me Please try and understand That an angel came and called my name And took me by the hand And said my place was ready In heaven far above And that I have to leave behind All those I dearly love So when tomorrow starts without me Don’t think we are apart For every time you think of me I’m right there in your heart If My Dog Could Talk Dog: Wat Doing Mom: Nothing. I just stood up Dog: Where Go Mom: I’m literally walking 3 feet away. I’m not even leaving the room. Dog: Can I Come Mom: I mean sure but I’m literally just… Dog: I Come Too Dog: Wat Doing Mom: I need to open this door. Dog: I HALP Mom: No but you’re in front of the door. Move please. Dog: I HALP Mom: Sigh Love Always, Bear
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