Bergin; James “Gerard” (1937 – 2014).
It is with sad hearts the family announces the passing of our Dad on Thursday January 2nd, 2014. Father to Lissa, Chris, Laura, and Grandpa to Josh, Emma, Madison, and Chelsea. Brother of the late Jo Anne Hutney and brother-in-law of Gerry. Uncle to Michael and Sarah. Pre-deceased by his parents Leo and Josephine Bergin.
In keeping with Dad’s wishes, burial will be a private immediate family service. A Memorial Mass will be held in St. Mary’s Church, 2458 Concession Road 4, Loretto, Achill, 10:00 am Monday January 6th, 2014, followed by a time of fellowship and refreshment at St. James Church, Colgan. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Arthritis Society, Ontario Division, 394 University Avenue, Suite 1700, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1E6 would be greatly appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Marian McGoey says
I was sad to hear about Gerard’s passing. He was a great friend of my late brother Paul Wilson. We were neighbours growing up in Loretto and I have many fond memories of him.
Marian McGoey
Shelley Murray says
My deepest condolences to the Bergin family.
Debbie Thomson (Monopoli) says
Chris, Laura and Lissa
I was so very saddened to hear of your fathers passing. He was always so kind to me and treated me like family during our teenage years, he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Janine (Hadwen) Auchincloss says
Chris,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My family and I send our condolences to you, your family and siblings.
Terry S says
Lissa, Chris & Laura
My sincerest condolences, Godspeed…
Peter & Anne van Dyk says
We are sorry to hear of Gerard’s passing. We are in
Florida for the winter and will be unable to be with you at this very sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Peter and Anne van Dyk
Maureen McKenna says
My condolences to all the family. Years ago when I would babysit you, Lissa, Chris & Laura, your dad always was very kind and gracious to me – a real gentleman.
Jim and Flo Mullins says
We send our sincere sympathy to the Bergin family on the death of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jim and Flo Mullins
Pat and Linda O'Leary says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ken & Bonnie Pratt and staff at Beeton Foodland says
Over the past while I have had the privlidge of taking your dad’s groceries to him every other Monday and then having a chat. He enjoyed talking about the sports games, our grandchildren,the conditions for the farmers and hunters and how lucky he was to have good neighbors to help him. He was so looking forward to seeing Laura home for the holidays and God gave him that extra time, then some peace and freedom from sickness. Farewell friend.
Ken & Bonnie Pratt
Marydel & Don Rosie says
To the Bergin Family:
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. He was always a Gentleman and pleasant to be around. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Marydel & Don Rosie says
To all the Bergin Family
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Father.He was always a Gentleman and pleasant to be around. Our thoughts are with you at this time .
Marydel & Don Rosie says
To the Bergin Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your Father.He was very much a Gentleman and pleasant to be around.Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dave and liana Kearney says
So sorry for the loss of your father, our deepest sympathies.
Bob, Marg, Andrew,Sarah& Mary Anne Milligan says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your Dad was a wonderful man.
DAVE MCGOVERN says
I WOULD LIKE TO PASS MY CONDOLENCES TO THE BERGIN FAMILY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Jen Childress says
So sorry for the family’s loss. I so enjoyed “meeting” Gerard from afar via mail and mutual friends. He was very kind to help me uncover some of my family’s Canadian history and heritage from many, many years ago (Nevins, McNamara, Bergin, McGovern). During our exchanges via international post, we even learned that we were actually cousins (he my 2nd cousin 2x removed). I treasure the brief friendship and all the wonderful info and photos he shared with me. Add another star to Heaven and may God bless him and welcome him home. –Jen Childress, Mead, WA, USA
George and Martina Keogh says
Dear Lissa, Chris, Laura and families,
So sorry to hear about your dad ‘s passing. We remember your dad’s gentile manner and friendly smile. Since we are in Florida, we send our heartfelt condolences and prayers to you at this difficult time.
Dawn Westcott says
Lissa,Chris & Janet,Laura
So sorry to hear of your dear father’s passing. May God give you strength, faith, courage & peace in the lonely days ahead.
Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time.
Kathy Stoodley says
Lisa, Chris & Janet, Laura and family,
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Very sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Kathy Stoodley (nee Yapp) xo
Shawn and Valerie Fitzgerald says
Chris and Janet so sorry for your loss
Mark and Dale Blaire (nee Mason) says
To the entire Bergin Family
I was shocked to learn of Gerard’s passing.
Our condolences to the Bergin family, during this difficult time.
Mark and Dale Blaire