Surrounded by his family, Onezime Leon Joseph “Jim” Bedard, of Zurich, passed away peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, September 8, 2013, 3 days before his 75th birthday. Beloved husband Of Veronica (Ducharme) Bedard. Dear father of Richard and Patti Bedard of Dashwood, Debra and Steven Oveholt of Zurich and Jacqueline and Craig Clausius of Zurich. Loving grandfather of Caresse and Joe De Bont, Devon Bedard and his friend Vanessa Edmonds, Tabitha and Jeremy Steckle, Natalie and Jason McConnell, Ashley and Chad Furtney, Kyle and Sheldon Clausius and great-grandfather of Claire Steckle, Ethan McConnell and Rian McConnell. Dear brother of Cecilia and Gordon Smith, Monica and Larry Bedard, Agnes and Greg Willert, Madeline and Stuart Shepherd, Julie and Marty Becker, Peter and Theresa Bedard, Anthony and Marlene Bedard, Percy Bedard and Ivan and Rosemary Bedard. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews and the Ducharme family. Jim worked for Northander Industries in Exeter for 47 years. He was well known for his love of family, work and sports. Predeceased by his parents Percy and Marie (Masse) Bedard, a sister Patricia Worsell, brothers Richard (Bette) Bedard and Michael Bedard and great grandsons Kevin and James De Bont.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N, Zurich on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 11 a.m. in St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, Zurich, Ont. Fr. Graham Keep celebrant. Interment St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Cemetery, St. Joseph, Ont. Memorial contributions may be made to Crohn’s and Colitis Society. The family has requested that a memory box be at the funeral home for visitors to place their memories of Jim to be read by the family at a later date.
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To a great person & team mate
Jim want a great person and a great team mate he show us all what it means to be part of a team From Kevin Geoffrey
The Man We Loved
God saw he was getting tired, A cure was not to be So he put His arm around him And whispered, “Son, Come with me”. With tearful eyes we watched him suffer, And saw him fade away. Although we loved him dearly, We could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Working hands were laid to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best! Rest in Peace dear “Brother Jim” – a genuine, fine example of a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother/brother-in-law, and friend and fellow employee to many!!
Posted by Darlene MacDonald
Condolence From: Reid and Diane Hackwell
Jim was one of the best guys I ever worked for. I worked for Jim at Northlander for ten years. He was such a kind and considerate gentlemen. Will cherish the fond memories.
Condolence From: Dan Durdin, Tracey Deichert
We are so sorry to hear about Jim ,I considered him dear and trusting friend and will miss him dearly,so sorry we are uable to attend the service,since we are in England.we wish to express our condolences to all family members
Condolence From: Barney and Beth Clarke and Family
We are thinking of you and your family at this time. Cherish all of your great memories with Jim. He was a super guy and will be greatly missed.
Condolence From: Allan & Rosemary Beange
Dear Veronica, Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve, Jackie and Craig and Families
We are so sad to hear of Jim’s passing. Our sincere sympathy to you at this time.
Jim was a such a great man, friend and always
had a good thing to say about everyone. Glad that we were able to have a visit with you last fall. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.
Sincerely, Al & Rosemary
Condolence From: Ken & Sally Palen
Madeline, Stuart and family,
We were very sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Our sincere sympathy.
Condolence From: Erich & Cheryl Freiter
To the immediate and extended Bedard family, it is with great sadness that the Freiter family extends it’s deepest condolences to the Bedard family at the passing of Jim… I spent many a Saturday and/or Sunday morning at the Dashwood diner at the members’ table as he would order his two egg breakfast…”No salt and No Bacon, these eggs are really good”(freiter eggs)…many good conversations over a coffee…Erich & Cheryl, Byron & Katelyn
Condolence From: Kevin & Janet McKinnon
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you & your family. Jim was a great man & one that will be greatly missed in the community. I have many fond memories of him & my dad. You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this very sad time.
Condolence From: Earl and Kathy Keller and Family
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Condolence From: Val and Joyce Reid
Sorry to read about your loss and sorry I am unable to attend the service but Jimmy and his family are in our thoughts.
Val and Joyce
Condolence From: Doug & Audrey Meidinger
Dear Veronica & Family
We are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I have many memories of the Saturday afternoons he wouls spend at dad’s ‘clubhouse’ playing Euchre. He only left because you would be waiting for supper! The memories will live on in my mind forever.
Love & Prayers
Condolence From: Nadine & Ray Chong
Dear Aunt Veronica, Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve, Jackie & Craig, and families, our deepest condolences. We are very sad to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. Growing up down the street, I have many fond memories of the vibrant man out working in his gardens always with a big wave for me and a warm smile. He was loved by so many and will be missed. Sadly we can’t be with you this week but you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Condolence From: YOUR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN
HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY TO YOU POPPS! WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO!!
Condolence From: Vanessa Edmonds
Dear Veronica, Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve, Jackie & Craig and all the family. I send my condolences from England. I wish I could be there to say farewell to Onezime. I am happy that I had the opportunity to meet Onezime, he would always light up a room with his smile, he will be missed. Sending all my love and wishes, Vanessa xoxo.
Condolence From: Mahlon & Pearl Ann Martin
Dear Veronica & Family, We are so sorry to hear about Jim passing away.We certainly will miss him.Praying that the Lord will give all of you the strenghth to go through this difficult time..Love & Prayers,Pearl Ann&Mahlon
Condolence From: Marie (Denomme) Sawa
My sincere sympathies to the Bedard family. Marie (Denomme) Sawa
Condolence From: doug & karen courtney
A hard working,loving,caring,family man. will be sorely missed by all.God Bless and Rest in Peace Jim.
Condolence From: Ted, Donna and family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Condolence From: Ted, Donna and family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Condolence From: Elaine Clarke
Dear Veronica, Rick and Patti, Deb and Steve, Jackie and Craig and families. To Jim’s brothers and sisters and families…. May all of your wonderful memories and the love of your family and friends help you through the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Condolence From: Dennis & Sheila Jeffrey
Dear Veronica and Family, So sorry for your loss, Your in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
So sorry for everyone’s loss in Exeter. Jim was a very good friend to me and he will be deeply missed. May God be with the family. Coop
Condolence From: Ron and Dianne Ducharme
Dear Veronica,Rick and Patti,Deb and Steve,Jackie and Craig and Families. To Jim’s Siblings and Families Our sympathy goes out to all of you. We were saddened to hear of the passing of Jim. Ron had the pleasure of working at Northlander for 24years with Jim. He was a super guy and will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Condolence From: Mallory Overholt
Dear Aunt Deb, Uncle Steve, Tabitha, Nathalie, Ashley and family. I am sorry for the loss of Jim. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time! xoxo
Condolence From: George & Louies Gillies
We offer our condolences to Jim’s family.I am so glad to have known Jim and to have shared many memorable times with him ,not only on the golf course but with him and his brother ,Dick,my best buddy!He will be greatly missed but always fondly remembered. George Gillies
Condolence From: Greg and Cheryl Becker
Bedard Family – So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Condolence From: Pat Cogan
I was so sad to hear the news of Jim’s passing. We were close business friends and I enjoyed the time and discussions Jim and I have shared over the past 15 plus years. My condolences to the family and friends and all the staff at Nothlander. Sincerely, Pat Cogan
Condolence From: Kim & Judy McKinnon
Dear Veronica, Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve, Jackie & Craig & families. Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this sad time. Jim was a great neighbor with a big “hello dear” whenever I saw him and if Kim was around well we all know which way that conversation went and depending on the season….ball or hockey. We will always remember Jim for his positive energy, love and ambition in everything he did. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Condolence From: Danny, Karen & Kaitlyn Masse
May we offer our deepest condolences to the Bedard family on the loss of such an amazing man. Jim will be greatly missed by not only his immediate family, but by the entire community. May you all find strength in each other at this most difficult time.
Condolence From: Tony Charrette & Family
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Many fond memories of many years ago. To you; Veronica and family, our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim will be missed by many. Sincere condolences.
Condolence From: Eugene and Linda Webber
To the entire Bedard family: Please accept our deepest condolences of the passing of Jim….He always geeted everyone with his wonderful smile and sense of humour..He will be greatly missed by all who knew him…”One Day At A Time”
Condolence From: Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Dear Veronica My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim will live forever in all your hearts with all the good memories you have. Dianne
Condolence From: Patti and Steve Geoffrey
Dear Veronica ,Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve , Jackie & Craig & families We are saddened of Jim’s passing. A great soul has departed. He was loved and respected by everyone who met him. Remember all the good times you shared with your husband ,dad and grandpa and all the love he gave you throughout the years. I hope you find comfort in the wonderful life he lived. We are thinking of you and honoring the memory of Jim. Keeping you close in our hearts. Patti and Steve
Condolence From: Mike & Leanne Restemayer
We are so sorry for the loss of Jim! Thinking of your whole family at this much difficult time!
Condolence From: Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
Dear Veronica,Deb &Steve, Rick &Patti, Jackie &Craig. Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.A human life is a story told by God.Jim’s greatest joy was making others happy.May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.Death leaves a heartache no one can heal , but the love and the memories no one can steal.We send our love our thoughts and our prayers Randy,Vicki,Pam,Jason Alyshia,Jeremy&Sarah.
Condolence From: Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel & family
Veronica, Rick & Patti, Deb & Steve, Jackie & Craig and families, and all of Jim’s brothers and sisters: We are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was such a remarkable man who will be missed by everyone he touched. May all of your wonderful memories and the love of family help you through the days ahead. Jim put up a great fight, but is now at rest and peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, now and in the days ahead. RIP Jimmie ♥
Condolence From: Mike,Vicki Ducharme and Boys
Dear Aunt Veronica,Rick,Patti,Deb,Steve,Jacqueline,Craig and Families: So Very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He will be largely missed throughout the community. He had a great love for sports. Remember my saying to ride the wave and keep your sticks on the ice maybe that will help in the days ahead. Luv you guys long time. Mike,Vicki,Corey,Brent and Kristofer.
Condolence From: Rose Marie Carla Overholt
My dear family – I don’t think there are any words that can ease your pain; lighten your loss; or explain to you how much Jim met to me and my children – not to mention so many people directly and indirectly. He was such a light in the dark… Gave so much with just his acknowledgement of you… His zest for life, and his commitment to his family, friends, and community is something all of us should be envious of. I love you all so very much and wish there was something I could say or do for every single one of you – just as Jim would do for others. Jim is now with God, and God will ensure that he is always with you as well….eternally. I love you. Carla Rose
Condolence From: Theresa Davies(Corriveau)
Dear Veronica and family My deepest sympathy your loss.Jim was a cousin who always had a beautiful smile for everyone.May loving memories bring you peace,comfort and strength.
Condolence From: Shirley (Oesch ) Erb
To Veronica & all of Jim”s Family.. So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing . You have my Deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Condolence From: Michael and Liz Corriveau
Veronica- our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Jim was a great guy, one of a kind.
Condolence From: Michael and Liz Corriveau
Veronica- our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Jim was a great guy, one of a kind.
Condolence From: Mozart and Julie Gelinas
Veronica,Rick,Debbie,Jackie and families and to all my dear cousins. Sending our hugs and condolences your way. Jim was dynamic and will leave a mark on all our hearts. Thinking of you all.
Condolence From: Edward Raymond
Our condolences. From our family to yours during this time of loss & a celebrated life. The Raymonds & Team Leisure
Condolence From: Carol, Mike, Michael, Shelby and Cassandra King
Aunt Veronica and family…we are so very sorry to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. He has left us with some wonderful memories and life lessons. We will remember him as a strong, kind, gentle, generous, giving man who knew the true value of family. Thinking of you all and sending prayers and positive thoughts…Love…
Condolence From: Marion McCarter and families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May it console you that he left such wonderful memories that are endless and that they will remain in your hearts forever. Marion, Teresa, Diane, Cheryl and families
Condolence From: Harv & Evelyn Vincent
Veronica and family, Jim was known by so many people and loved by each one of them. His memory will live on and his legacy will continue in his family. PRaying for God’s peace during this difficult time
Condolence From: Chuck & Pam Ross
Deb and Family, we were so sorry to hear of your loved Dad and Grandpa’s passing. Treasure all your wonderful memories.
Condolence From: Russ Taylor
My condolences to the entire family. I didn’t work with Jim long but I had the priveledge of working with him for a short time before his health got the better of him. From the first day I met him, he taught me to give people respect and allow them the opportunity to keep it. It was something someone could lose and not something everyone had to prove. This is a great phylosophy. Jim was was one of my biggest supporters coming into a new job. His cheerful attitude and cunning wit were pleasant to be around. He will be sorely missed by all. It was a pleasure to know him, I will never forget him. Time to mingle with the leafs that actually won championships eh Jimmy?
Condolence From: Kevin and Shelley Geoffrey
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We have many memories of Jim especially at the arena talking sports. He will deeply missed