It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Bernie at his home on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Margaret (Ellery) Avery for 65 years. Cherished father of Bernie W. and Maureen Avery, Dan Avery and Maureen Leong, and Belinda and Brad Greaves. Adored grandfather of Bernie P. and Katie Avery, Creighton Avery and D’Arcy Langlois, Steven and Shikha Avery; Darren Avery and Wes Elmes, Lisa and Matt Gillan, Craig and Sarah Avery; Avery and Hamilton Baker-Greaves, and Megan and Peter Dueck. Great-grandfather of Hank, Tommy; Neena; Ethan, Brock; Elliot; Millie, and Hailey. Dear brother-in-law of Barb Avery. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his siblings and siblings-in-law Jim and Wilma Avery, Ken Avery, Kay and Don Whitborn, and Doreen Ellery and his parents William and Ellen (Whalen) Avery.
Bernie was a proud lifelong resident of Lucan and served his community for several years as a member of the village council. A skilled carpenter and entrepreneur, he was also a devoted family man who took great joy in being part of his children’s and grandchildren’s lives. He loved camping and travelling the islands with his wife Margaret and their close group of friends. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him, especially those who looked forward to seeing him on his cherished daily drives around town.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street Lucan on Thursday, May 22nd from 5 – 7 PM. Bernie’s funeral service will be held the following day on Friday, May 23rd at the funeral home at 11 AM. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye
Donations to Diabetes Canada in Bernie’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
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Wayne & Mary Mueller
Our condolences to the Avery and Greaves families. Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. I always enjoyed when he would stop and visit with me in Lucan or Parkhill. He was always interested in how our washes were doing Always had positive comments and suggestions to go along with his happy demeanour. Will miss his infectious smile most.
Ray Decoste
Marg,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sending you love and strength.
It’s a honor to have met Bernie and he’ll forever missed.
Ray & Tess
Mindy nichol
The news of Bernie passing is a great shock. I visited with Bern and Marg recently and was glad that they were doing so well. Bernie was always kind and friendly, working for them for 14 years, as my first job I returned parttime after I had my children. I always enjoyed being at the farm. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
Tyler & Mary O'Shea
Dear Avery Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved father. During this time of sorrow, may you find strength in the legacy he leaves behind and comfort in the memories you hold dear.
Our thoughts are with you all as you navigate this profound loss.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Tyler, Mary, Steven & Liam
Dave and Linda Smith
Our deepest condolences to all of the Avery Family. There will be many memories mentioned in the next few days, hold them close to your hearts. Many people are going to miss him.
Joan & Bob Finkbeiner
Our Prayers go to Bernie’s Avery Family RIP God Bless
Linda Wilkinson
Marg & Family –
My deepest condolences on the loss of Bernie. He was such a good friend to my brother-in-law Tom. I know that they had a lot of good times together over the years.
Thinking of you,
Linda Wilkinson
Pete, Jackie & Tracey Martens
So sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Joyce Sovereign
Dear Marg and Family
I was sorry to read of Bernie’s death,sending my sincere sympathy to all his family,children and grandchildren .
So sorry for your loss,all of you
Peter J Bates
Marg and family, so sorry to hear thelat Bernie is gone. He was always a kind and patient person, employer, friend. He will be missed.
Reg and Joan Crawford
Dear Marg and Family. It was a shock to read about Bernie’s passing. So hard to believe that he is gone, one of the originals of Lucan. Always had a smile and a chat. The Village of Lucan will not be quite the same without him. Thinking of you Marg at this very difficult time. May you and your family find some measure of peace at this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Bernie.
Liz Jenkin
My condolences to the Avery and Greaves family.
Bernie was one of the first people we met when we moved to Lucan. Through various functions my husband and I got to know him well as he was helpful in introducing us to the Lucan happenings. Gord had many the long conversations while washing the vehicles. I never knew that it would take over 2 hours to wash a pick up.
Harry and Elaine Hardy
Our sincere sympathy . Our thoughts are with the family.
A life time Neighbour . He will be missed.
Gary and Linda Hayter
Marg and family Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Bernie,s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Brenda and Gord Moon
So very sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Our deepest condolences to the entire Avery Family. You are in our thoughts.
Pat Ryan
My sincere condolences to the Avery family. Bernie will certainly be missed, the passing of another longtime resident that was keenly interested in our community. I always enjoyed our chats as Bernie “made his rounds” in the morning. A great guy.
Jackie Arnold
The Avery Family
Sorry to hear about Bernie. Remember working for him in my earlier years and swimming in the pool. Sending my condolences during this difficult time. Cherish his memories. He will be missed.
Dave and Joan Goddard
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Deepest sympathy to the Avery family.
The Shipley family
We’re sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. The Averys have been great neighbours for many years. Thinking of you all.
Council & Staff of the Township of Lucan Biddulph
On behalf of the Council and Staff of the Township of Lucan Biddulph, we send our sincere condolences to the Avery Family and offer our appreciation for Bernie’s former role as a Council Member with the Town of Lucan.
Jason Simpson
My condolences to you all during this difficult time
Leroy and Nancy Maguire
So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to your family.
Bob and Bonnie Mulholland
Sorry to hear about Uncle Bern.
Don Lankin
Marg & Family
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing my deepest condolence.
Darryl Warren
My deepest condolences to Marg and the rest of the family. I worked for Bernie and Marg 35 years ago and even though I was only 15 at the time, Bernie and I were good buddies. He had an infectious laugh that I can still hear to this day. Rest easy Bern.
James Huffman
To Avery Family
Sorry for your loss 😔
Linda & Dave Barr
Very sorry to hear of Bernies passing. His legacy is all the amazing family that follow his steps. Sincere condolences to Marg and family.
Marg Prout
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. My condolences to all Bernie’s family. Bernie and I attended Lucan Public School. I have a wonderful class photo taken in 1946 (class 1 & 2). Bernie is standing beside Cecil Hodgins and Alan Ryan. Treasure your memory’s)
Bill & Bonnie Lee
With much love and sympathy as you remember a husband, father, grandfather & great-grandfather. Know that we are thinking of each of you. Love from Bill & Bonnie
Bill & Bonnie Lee
With much love and sympathy as you remember a husband, father, grandfather & great-grandfather. Know that we are thinking of each of you. Love from Bill & Bonnie
Wayne and Pam Hall
Marg, Belinda, Bernie, Dan and families. I am sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Please accept our condolences. Bernie will be missed throughout the community he called home for many years. He will be missed. RIP.
Hilda & Archie Appelman
we will miss him so much-Arch and him spent a lot of time together over the years. I remember working for Bernie and Marg-painting all those huge yard displays-fun times-later on painting the wooden mobiles-watching the woodstove “blow” at any given moment. Hearing how Arch and Bernie would dare each other to get in the pool every spring at 65 degrees f! Just sitting and talking with him after swimming in his pool-so many good memories over the years! I couldn’t make it to visitation-I am way too sick-don’t want to pass it on to anybody-Please know that our thoughts are with all of you at this time-take care of each other.
DAVIVD& SHAREN NEWMAN
We are so sorry to hear of Bernie s passing . Lucan will not be the same without him
Dave Pocock & Family.
My sincerest condolences to the Avery family. It seems like Bernie was always out and about, looking out for the neighbourhood. Always a kind smile, a fixture of our community. His legacy lives on in you all.
John and Sandy Ulch
Katie, Bernie, Hank and Thomas
We send our sympathy with the passing of your Grandpa.
Paul Revington
My deepest condolences go out to Marg and the Avery family. Bernie was sure well- liked and respected in the community and will be missed.
Allan & Elaine Ryan
Our sincere sympathy to the family we will miss you and Marg at the jams
Cherie Edwards
Sorry to hear of your lose. Thinking of you and your family. Take care
Don and Diane williams
Mar g and Family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences to you and your entire family
Troy and Angela McLaughlin
Marg and family, we’re so sorry to hear the news about Bernie passing. We’ve always been fond of him and enjoyed his feisty attitude. We’ll miss him.
Margaret Watt
Belinda and family
My sincere sympathy to you all at this difficult time. Cherish your memories, Thinking of you
Margaret DeLong. (lady fiddler)
So sorry Margaret and your family. Had the nicest smile.
Sure will miss him at the music jams. Love and hugs Margaret.
Jim and Helen Hearn
Our sincere sympathy to all Bernie’s loved ones. Lucan has lost another good one. Jim really appreciated Bernie’s truck wash. Bernie would alert Jim when there was going to be a shut down so that he could get his truck in before.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Jim and Helen
Larry Lewis
Marg and Family
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Please accept our condolences and keep your memories close to your heart.
Larry and Lynda Lewis
Larry Smith Sr.
My deepest condolences Marg & family he will be missed by many
Nancy Vandergulik
Condolences to the Avery family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Josh Molenkamp
Marg, I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Bernie was an amazing man and I will miss him. I remember many days working with you and Bernie when I was a kid, and all the days going swimming in the pool ❤️💔😢😪 Much love, thoughts and prayers to you Marg.
Alex Westman
My sincere condolences to the Avery family
Joanne and Dave Walzack
Belinda and your family
I am so so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I will miss his wave when he drives by. Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.
Tammy MacDonald
Marg and family. My sincerest heartfelt condolences to you. Bernie was a great man, and a great friend to our family, the Molenkamps and Jason and I. This comes as a shock to me, I had visited not too long ago. I’m so sorry for your loss, which is also a great loss to the comunity as welll. Sending all my love to you Marg. ❤️❤️
Roy & MaryJane van Kasteren
Sorry to hear of the loss of Bernie, he was a great community man, making painted Christmas signs for the public, we still have ours and set them up at Christmas time! Bernie was always smiling, he had a great outlook on life! Keep the great memories of Bernie in your hearts at this sad time!
Kathy Holland
So sorry to hear the passing of your Dad
Deryl & Carole Dueck
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Jason Hulzebos
Sorry for your guys loss jen it’s Jason Hulzebos from Blyth,Ontario Jenn.
Janet & Hank Arnold
The Avery Family,
Our deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Please find peace with all of your cherished memories.
Jeff & Teresa Young
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing He was a fixture around Lucan always knew what was going on Our deepest condolences to Marg and the whole family
Jeff & Teresa Young
Sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing He was a fixture around Lucan always knew what was going on Our deepest condolences to Marg and the whole family
Leslie Patterson
I spent a lot of time during my teenage years at the Avery farm . Bernie and Marg always made me feel welcome. The long walk down the driveway was always sobering. He will be missed .
Marty &Karen Van Praet
Wishing you peace at this difficult time. We will miss him dearly