Condolence From: Murray and Dot Davies
Condolence: Bernie was a friend. Every summer we looked forward to a catchup visit with him
here at Madge Lake. His upbeat nature and optimistic outlook will be missed
by all who knew him.
We send our deepest sympathy to all of his family.
We were lucky to have known him.
Dot and Murray Davies
Friday April 13, 2018
Condolence From: Leith Larson
Condolence: I was never in one of Bernie's classes. But about 52 years ago in Kamsack, he helped me learn that kindness and compassion matter. Being just mattered. Every kid mattered. That I mattered. I have told this story to many people. I never was able to tell Mr. Collins "Thank you."
Thank you, Mr. Collins.
Saturday April 07, 2018
Condolence From: norm park
Condolence: Our sympathy to the Collins family.
Bernie was a grand champion for his community and a fierce competitor who bore no malice.
He will be remembered as a man who moved forward in his endeavours representing his city, region and province in many capacities.
Bernie and his character and personality will be etched in our memory and hearts.
Norm and Jan Park
Saturday April 07, 2018
Condolence From: Carla and Lawrence Dudar
Condolence: Dear Michael and family,
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He lived a full and remarkable life with a lot of loving family around him. He was blessed.
Saturday April 07, 2018
Condolence From: Sue Brown
Condolence: My deepest sympathy to you Michael, Delaine and Collins families on the passing of your beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather.
My past days in Saskatoon with Mike and Delaine following the passing of Bernie, have been filled with wonderful stories of Bernie's life; a remarkable legacy
which he leaves for his family and friends.
Rest in Peace Bernie.
Sue Brown
Thursday April 05, 2018
Condolence From: Martin & Barbara Holzer
Condolence: My deepest sympathy to the Collins family. Bernie was not only my principal but became a close family friend. He inspired me and got me started out refereeing basketball at Immaculate Heart Junior High when he was the coach/principal there. Since then my love of refereeing has grown and continues today as I mentor my three sons the way that Bernie mentored me. I am so thankful for all Bernie did for me and others…Bernie will be missed!
With love and appreciation,
Martin and Barbara Holzer
Thursday April 05, 2018
Condolence From: Cindy and Kim Adamson
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Mike. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories of your dear Dad to hold in your heart.
Love and big hugs,
Cin and Kim
Wednesday April 04, 2018
Condolence From: Linda and Keith Coomber-Bendtsen
Condolence: Dear Carol, Lynnwood, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Without knowing him personally, we are assured he was a great man to have fathered such a strong, independent, and giving woman. Indeed this is the greatest legacy a man can leave. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Keith Coomber-Bendtsen
Tuesday April 03, 2018
Condolence From: Jonathan Moser
Condolence: To Bernie's family and many friends, may your cherished memories provide comfort and strength. I had the pleasure of working with Bernie in Ottawa during his time as MP. As a happy coincidence, we shared a family tree with Del being my grandmother Melvina Moser's (nee Fahlman) cousin.
Tuesday April 03, 2018
Condolence From: Lawrence & Ethel Rambold
Condolence: Our sincerest sympathies to the Collins family .
We will miss your fathers visits to Moosomin and our Rambold Residence,
We campaigned for Bernie in 1993 and we were so pleased when he became our MP. He was an outstanding educator and a MP that had his constituents problems at heart, One example we had two Drs from South Africa that wanted to take their Canadian citizenship and your Dad got the help they needed from the Federal level in a record time Gods Blessings as you sorrow his passing
Tuesday April 03, 2018
Condolence From: Shelly Veroba
Condolence: My sincere condolences to the Collins family. I enjoyed Bernie coming to have a visit at the lodge in the past few years. He was a lovely man and he will be missed by many.
Monday April 02, 2018
Condolence From: Lance Connell
Condolence: To the Collins family:
Please accept my sympathy for the loss of a wonderful father, brother and friend. Bernie was one heck of a guy and his accomplishments are too many to list.
I know he will be playing lots of bridge in Heaven where I know he is.
My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Lance
Sunday April 01, 2018
Condolence From: Roger Gallaway
Condolence: I was saddened to read of Bernie’s passing. He was an Ottawa colleague, a great worker and representative who was always fun. Sincere condolences to his family
Roger Gallaway
Pt Edward ON
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Gail Silver
Condolence: I had the pleasure of meeting Bernie and playing Bridge with him and the Regina girls through Denise. We all learned a lot from him , always a wonderful teacher. We enjoyed visiting and having a lot of laughs with him. The game quickly came to an end when he had to be somewhere to watch his grandchildren play sports. We will miss him. My sympathy goes out to all of his family.
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Bob, Diane, Mykaela and Kalen Mennie
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy Michael to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. May all your precious memories give you comfort at this most difficult time.
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Bill and Janette Rieger
Condolence: We were saddened to hear about Uncle Bernie's sudden departure from this life. Uncle Bernie will be missed. I grew up spending most of my falls hunting with him and his family around Estevan. What I will always remember is his memory, because once he met you, he didn't forget you! ...Even if it was years later.
He seemed to be always on the go and there wasn't a lot that slowed him down, except some health issues. He seemed to always live life seeing the cup half full, not half empty, always with that smile. Uncle Bernie, you have lived a very full life. May you embrace the Risen Lord this Easter season! And now, you have all eternity to get to know the saints in heaven. Our condolences to all the family
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Carol Todosichuk
Condolence: I am saddened to hear of Bernie's passing.
Al and always enjoyed our visits with Bernie...usually sitting around our campfire at Madge Lake.. .or just passing by the cottage.
Maybe they are having a good visit again now.
My condolences to your entire family ..you will miss him. May he rest in peace and may you smile with your memories.
Carol Todosichuk
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Debbie & Scott Sears
Condolence: Condolences to the Collins Family. Bernie has been around for many years starting as my principal, basketball coach, and as a fellow Madge Lake cabin owner. He was always approachable and quick to say hello and visit. RIP.
Saturday March 31, 2018
Condolence From: Mitch & Donna Marcotte
Condolence: We wish to extend our sincere condolences to Bernie’s family. We remember Bernie as a decent and personable man with a great sense of humour and a big smile. It was always a joy to visit with him over the years.
May he Rest In Peace.
Friday March 30, 2018
Condolence From: Ken McArthur
Condolence: My condolences to the Collins family on your loss. Many years have passed; however, I still remember Mr. Collins with fondness and respect as my Phys. Ed teacher in Kamsack.
Friday March 30, 2018
Condolence From: Clint and Nadia Yarie
Condolence: Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Patriarch. He was our Phys.Ed teacher in Kamsack and also our "Neighbor Down The Road"at Madge Lake.
He will be sorely missed.
Most Sincerely,
Clint and Nadia Yarie
Friday March 30, 2018
Condolence From: Janet Wees
Condolence: I knew Bernie from Kamsack and Madge Lake. He remained a presence in our lives after he moved, and was always happy to see friends from the past. Bernie stayed in touch with my brothers and me, and when we met up it was as if no time had passed at all. He was a special man and I will remember that smile. May his memory be a blessing for all of you.
Friday March 30, 2018
Condolence From: Marvella Carr
Condolence: Carol, Siblings and families, Marty, Siblings and families
My sister Joan and I got know Bernie quite well and became good friends. We enjoyed many, many bridge games in Bienfait, Estevan and Yuma. Bernie was a man of deep faith and a caring friend. He was fiercely proud of all of you and he especially enjoyed the many sporting events of family members. I know that all of you have fond memories to cherish as well as some funny stories to share. Our very sincere condolences Marvella Carr and family
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Vern and Gertie Sandquist
Condolence: How fortunate we consider ourselves to have met up with Bernie when he was here in the Okanagan not even two weeks ago. We have so many memories of Bernie- a truly gifted and caring man, who not only touched out family but so many others. I am sure he is in great discussion up above, whether it be Bridge, Politics or Sports. Our most sincere sympathy to the family, he will be missed by many. RIP Bernie.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Grace Jamison
Condolence: My deepest condolences to the Collins family and friends on the loss of beloved Bernie. He was a good man--a wonderful teacher, kind and compassionate, and a darn good basketball player! I wish he were still with us but pray for comfort, healing and happy memories for all who knew and miss him. Rest in peace Bernie.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Sandra (Mickalishen) Marcotte
Condolence: What can't be said about A. B. Collins! While you could get upset with Mr. Collins, you always had to respect him! He said what meant, and meant what he said. Thank you to the Collins family for sharing him with us. You are like family, and I wonder if the welcoming committee at the Pearly Gates didn't have St. Alphonsus and St. Francis among them.
A great mentor, teacher and administrator, and I will always tell my family what a privilege it has been to know this man of deep faith.
God bless you as you mourn him today and honour him tomorrow with great memories.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: David Hickie
Condolence: My regards to the family. Bernie will be missed by all who knew him.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Greg & Kathy Gedak
Condolence: Our condolences to all the Collins families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Collins will always be remembered with fondness.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Darlene Brown
Condolence: My condolence to the Bernie Collins family. I am a former student of Bernie Collins. He will live forever in my memory.... the most inspiring, kind, intuitive teacher I have ever know.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Darlene Fiest
Condolence: Dear Carol; My deepest condolences to you and all your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thursday March 29, 2018
Condolence From: Trent & Lenora Wanner
Condolence: To the Collin's Family so sorry to hear about Mr. Collin passing was a fine man he will be missed.
Wednesday March 28, 2018
Condolence From: Maureen and Terry Scott
Condolence: To the Collins Family, So sorry for your loss of a specialfather and grandfather. I worked with Bernie and always admired the respect he received from students and staff. Mr Collins would enter a a gymnasium full of chattering children and there was instant quiet. He could stop the chatter with a stare. Tery and I played bridge him for. many years and enjoyed his competitive spirit, but he was always quick to acknowledge a good play by the opposition. He served the people of Estevan for many years and will be fondly remembered by all who knew. him. RIP Bernie
Wednesday March 28, 2018
Condolence From: Michelle Vogel
Condolence: Oh,I will miss him dearly. He believed in me as a student when no one else did. His kindness was boundless. His friendship to my family will forever be in my heart.
Wednesday March 28, 2018
Condolence From: Jim Pratt
Condolence: Bernie and I had many discussions and debates about politics over the years which was one of his many passions. But, it was playing bridge during the last decade or so of his life that took over as No. 1. Bridge provided an outlet for his competitive spirit, and for his quest to find something that not he, nor anyone has ever been able to master. I'll miss talking to him about both.
Wednesday March 28, 2018
Condolence From: Daryl & Lorrie Martin
Condolence: Our condolences to the Collins family. I always enjoyed visiting with him. Rest in peace Bernie.
Wednesday March 28, 2018