In Loving Memory

Richard P. Bernier, 84, of Lakeville, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on June 24, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Richard was predeceased by his parents, Louis and Marian (Carpenter), and his brother Barry Bernier of Middleboro. He is survived by his loving wife Ann (Jefferson) Bernier and was married to her for 64 years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Jeffrey and his wife Ruth, Darryl and his wife Stacey, Jay R. Bernier of Boliva, North Carolina, and his daughter, Beth Ann Bernier of South Boston, MA, his grandson Jared L. Bernier and his great grandson Robert L. Bernier. Additional family members include Linda Bernier, Linda Trauterman, and relatives who reside in New Bedford, MA and San Diego, CA.

Richard was born in Brockton, MA on August 22, 1938. He grew up in Middleboro, Class of 1956 and joined the Massachusetts National Guard at age 18, where he served a total of 41 years. He worked for the USP&FO in Natick, MA which was a supply depot for the National Guard. He was called to active duty and served with the 211th Field Artillery National Guard as a first sergeant and supported the 101st Airborne in Vietnam. He retired from the USP&FO National Guard as a Chief Warrant Officer 4.

Richard loved being outside in warm weather and spent over 20 years in Palm Bay, Florida. He was a traditional snowbird who always considered Lakeville to be his favorite place to call home. While in Florida, he volunteered with the Palm Bay Community Police for 5 years. In his free time, he enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports and dance, traveled as often as possible, loved "baths" in the pond, and stopped at most east coast casinos from Massachusetts to Florida. Richard was a compassionate, thoughtful husband and father who loved his family unconditionally. His random acts of kindness, playful spirit, and vibrant laugh will be cherished in our hearts forever.

Visiting hours will be held at Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 17 Main Street, Lakeville, (Rt105) on Thursday, June 29th, from 4:00-7:00PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, woundedwarrior.org.