Bernard Ethier While fulfilling a lifelong dream to see the Vatican, Bernie passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on a family trip with his children in Venice, Italy, Thursday April 10 at the age 77 years. Bernie Ethier of Westmeath, beloved husband of the late Patsy Ethier (nee Harkins). Loved and cherished father of Dan Ethier (Amy) of Welland and Amy Ethier (Peter Kelly) of Westmeath. Dear brother of Ryan Ethier (Susan) and predeceased by his brothers John Ethier (late Barb), Ronald Ethier (Gail) and sisters Helen Gervais, Patricia Faught (late Luke) and Isobel Drapeau (late Guy). Also survived by Sister in Law Joan Rheault (Ron). Sadly missed by all his nieces and nephews. Son of the late Wilfred and Irene (nee Pappin) Ethier.
Friends are invited to share their memories of Bernie with his family during visitation at the Murphy Funeral Home, 296 Isabella Street, Pembroke on Monday May 5th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday May 6th at Our Lady of Grace Church, Westmeath at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In memory of Bernie, donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated