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It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. After going through many doctors, he was the one who finally listened & together we found the problem & he fixed it. With Dr. Bernier, you knew you were in great hands, as he made you feel like a family member or close friend. My deepest condolences to all of the family members. Helen and Gord - Posted by: Allison (Patient) on: Aug 23, 2021, So sad to hear this news, Dr. Bernier was with me with through a miscarriage and showed so much compassion, he then went on to deliver my next 2 children. - Posted by: Lauren Fischer (Patient) on: Aug 22, 2021, My mother and I would like to offer our condolences to Mark's family. I had never heard of him. My Condolences to the Bernier Family. A conservative talk radio host in Florida who said he wouldnt get vaccinated has died from COVID-19 the third on-air personality who voiced skepticism about the jabs to die in August. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Rest easy Dr. Bernier There was added beauty in having a man connect with my husband as a man and professional about life, health, and being a husband and a father. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. He provided me with alternatives and steps to take next. I am so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Paula (Patient) on: Aug 23, 2021, I had the privilege of being both a trainee and colleague of Mark during his some of his medical trips to Canadas Northern communities. I had never experienced this much care for his patient from a doctor. His sense of humour made the days fly by. Forever in our hearts! Marcs guest appearances nationwide, from the top leaders on Capitol Hill to current and former White House officials, plus his witty personality landed him on Talker Magazines top 100 most important talk show hosts 14 years in a row. No services are scheduled at this time. 2023 Winnipeg Free Press. He taught with patience, passion, and grace. I was so nervous for my second surgery and had many questions, and Mr. Bernier took time out many times after his work to phone me and talk me though the procedure. - Posted by: Marilyn McMillan (Patient) on: Aug 21, 2021, I have know Dr Bernier for 20 years but only worked close to him (in the same office) for the last 3 years. And I thank you, his family, for sharing him with us. - Posted by: Charlene (Former patient ) on: Aug 25, 2021, My first meeting with Dr. Bernier, was short and an absolutely pleasure, given the reason I was there. Another veteran "Volusianary," Pat Northey, called him a 'dear friend" an "excellent provocateur," but above all else, a host who has fun. He said why waste your energy running to get there, when you can calmly walk fast and think about the all the different scenarios you could be faced with and how to handle it when you get there. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. He would do all this with a smile and light hearted chat. We had the ability to do that give and take, Chitwood said. - Posted by: Prenatal Genetics Team (Colleagues) on: Aug 23, 2021, My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Bernier and family. He was an amazing doctor. Try again. - Posted by: Sharon (Patient) on: Oct 07, 2021, My deepest sympathy to Karen and the children of Dr. Bernier. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. We kindly ask that privacy is given to Marcs family during this time of grief. At work I'm a god, at home I have to take out the garbage". We encourage you all to respect the dead and accord the family heartbroken with the loss of a cherished one, some privacy as you leave a message in the comment session. Although he was not there to deliver my daughter, he did deliver my son 2 1/2 years later. Required fields are marked *. Thinking of you as a family and lighting our Beaus candle in our home in memory of your husband and father. We kindly ask that privacy is given to Marcs family during this time of grief.. In addition to his extensive radio background, Marc hosted cable TV shows in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Florida. After the loss, I needed surgery and Dr. Bernier was the surgeon. He was always quick with a joke or story of sorts. He was a gem. I still laugh to this day of remembering Dr. Bernier, the anesthetist and my husband discussing gory movies they had recently watched including the movie "Kill Bill" - while they were performing my C section. Let others know about your loved one's death. They were delightful new parents! My thoughts are for his family, friends, co-workers and for the ones who will never get to experience this truly one of a kind human being. We spent many late nights in the office. - Posted by: Tanya (Patient ) on: Sep 02, 2021, It was very shocking news for me. on: Aug 21, 2021, Dr. Bernier was an amazing doctor. Dr. Bernier assured me, we got this. - Posted by: Lilja Tonnellier (Patient) on: Aug 23, 2021, Dr. Bernier delivered my son and saved my life. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. I will be eternally grateful for that. He was like father figure to me. Mark's approach to his patients has inspired me since 1987, and will continue to do so for the rest of my life. RIP Dick Farrel. He was the most patient and kindest physician I'd ever met. - Posted by: Shannon (Patient) on: Aug 25, 2021, It's simple, he saved my life, and then he made sure it stayed saved. We kindly ask that privacy is given to Marcs family during this time of grief.. A well respected man by many who'll be missed. What wonderful memories you all have! He was the nicest man, and one of the best doctors that Ive ever had. He was competent, easy going and very kind. Dr. Bernier's skill and compassion were beyond expectation and the world is a much better place for having had him in it. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Mark was one of my references and it was a good one! A finalist for the 2003 Marconi Awards, Marc hosted several other radio shows: BookMarc, a weekly radio book-review promoting literacy; Weekend Around the House, a weekly show which provided information and tips for the home; and The Marc Bernier Restaurant Show, a quarterly restaurant show featuring a popular chef and a variety of restaurant owners, who provided some useful tips and recommendations for local restaurants in the community. She must be special too. That airtime included a morning comment, three-hour afternoon show, and weekend shows and specials. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Lesli (Former patient) on: Aug 23, 2021, A dear friend and an excellent man. Central Florida Monday weather: Will it settle down after wild weekend? I'm so sorry. - Posted by: Mandy Desmond (Patient) on: Oct 09, 2021, I contemplated commenting on Dr Bernier's passing. I will miss his calm demeanour, kindness, support and humour. Thank you Dr. Bernier for everything. He was personable and concerned, although I was not very present. Heinterviewed countless governors, senators, mayors, sheriffs, journalists, historians and authors. As a float, I had the opportunity to work alongside Dr. Bernier for the last 11 years on every unit at Womens. I am still here because of him and I will be forever grateful to him and his family. Our second meeting four years later was like seeing an old friend. I was referred to him and had immediate respect for him. We spent a lot of time in Hudson, Ontario as children and have such fond memories of playing with Mark and Keith. - Posted by: Ardelle Holden nee Bowman (Fellow Hudsonite and Babysitter) on: Aug 26, 2021, I was a patient of Dr. Bernier, as a young girl seeing a specialist for reproductive issues I was extremely nervous as to what that would entail. He then delivered our daughter 29 years ago and has always been thought of fondly. May his soul rest in peace. Receive a notification when services are updated. I, too, grew up in Hudson and knew the Bernier family well. He was my doctor and his professional and friendly manner always made my appointments with him less stressful. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. As so many of his patients have recalled, he was truly one of a kind. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your account data and we will send you a link to reset your password. I'm so beyond grateful to have had him for a Specialist. His expertise was matched by his kindness and desire to help patients feel comfortable and understand what's going on - he took time and could sense, it seemed, when you needed extra care and attention. A special note: Mark was born on the exact same day as my dad. He was preceded in death by his mother, Theresa Peckham Bernier; his father, Maurice Gerard Bernier; and his sister, Gail Bernier. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Bernier, 65, of Ormond Beach, has been remembered in recent days as a conservative who sought out and aired others' points of view while airing amorning comment, three-hour afternoon show, weekend shows and specials, such as remote town halls and political debates. - Posted by: Melissa Pearson (patient) on: Aug 30, 2021, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Dr. Berniers wife and family. He was always so happy and friendly with every single person he came into contact with. - Posted by: Vicky McEwan (Co-worker and patient.) Bernier, 65 . My deepest condolences to his family and staff. He also made frequent appearances on C-Span, and served as a contributor to Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, WBs The Buzz; and he later served as a news analyst for Fox 35 News in Orlando, Florida for a brief period of time. I am shocked and heartbroken that he is no longer with us but I know he is with God because he is such a great human being and will always be in our hearts. Very friendly and his patients loved going to him. You all will kept in my thoughts and prayers. Sending strength to his family at this difficult time. Wed laugh as I said no Im being safe!! Such a lovely family and so respected they were. Now I remember when I was referred to him. Dr. Bernier was on call for the birth of our son Mark. My prayers will be with you, Karen and the family. That's why he's so popular. Mark was always caring and would always take the time to for anyone who needed it. All the more saddened as it was the same cancer that claimed my father in 2005, so my heart definitely goes out to his family and closest friends that saw him through that challenge. I hope he wasnt too busy taking care of so many that he didnt have time to take care of himself. May God bless you all as I was blessed to have him in my life too. He thanked me many times for sending him all of my gynecological problems, called my office regarding a case that I had sent and he wanted my follow up after surgery, and offered to see me whenever I was in Winnipeg and could drop by (sadly, I never did). "The off-the-air banter during the show when the commercials were on was priceless," Chitwood said. He was equally loved by his patients, trainees and fellow physicians. Dr Bernier was 1 of a kind. - Posted by: Carrie Lenton Robertson (Co Worker ) on: Aug 23, 2021, Dr. Bernier saved my life last fall. Jeepers., Its with great sadness that WNDB and Southern Stone Communications announce the passing of Marc Bernier, who informed and entertained listeners on WNDB for over 30 years. A conservative Florida radio host who was dead-set against taking a coronavirus vaccine is now just dead.