In the early 1960s, Bernard was not able to complete his High School education because of a mental condition known as bipolar. He underwent treatment at a number of hospitals. However, when able, he worked on his parents potato/cattle farm and wa

s lovingly cared for by them and his siblings. When his parents died at an elderly age, Bernard entered Special Care Homes in Grand Falls and Saint-André where he was lovingly cared for. He also enjoyed attending Horizon Centre, Saint-André, wher

e he got along well with the staff and students.

However, Bernard had another side that made him so well liked. Bernard was often said to be the "heart" of our family. He was very sociable and enjoyed people he met while walking which seemed to be a great comfort for him. Bernard was also a ver

y caring person who was also very considerate of the less fortunate. He also had great faith in Our Lord and one of his most common sayings when he heard anyone was sick or depressed was; "I will pray for you."