Person:Bernard Poissant (2)

Bernard Romeo Poissant, beloved husband of Shelyn Poissant, was called home to rejoice with the Lord on Monday, March 26, 2007 at the age of 60 years.

The story of Bernard's life begins in Regina, Saskatchewan when he was born on January 1, 1947, "one of the first born Canadian citizens" a son to Romeo and Suzanne Poissant. He was raised on the family farm near Sedley, Saskatchewan and attended schools in both, Gravelbourg and Sedley. November 12, 1977 marked the beginning of a wonderful marriage of 29 years to Shelyn Lynch, "His first and last wife." Growing up on a farm provided Bernard with the knowledge of the land which enabled him to continue his rewarding life's work as a farmer. Although farming and supporting a family kept him busy, he always had time to be involved in his community in various capacities. He served for the Village of Sedley, was a counselor for the RM of Lajord 128 as well as other boards and community groups. Bernard was a member of the Roman Catholic Church and was involved in the Knights of Columbus and with political councils of the church. He lived life to the fullest! Bernard enjoyed hockey, extensive traveling and just going for leisurely walks. He was a humorous character that made people laugh and enjoyed the company of others. He especially liked the company of his family...because he loved them all. He held a special place in his heart for his granddaughters. With the qualities of being caring, loving and generous he had many achievements but his greatest was his wife and two children. His legacy has been left to carry on and his memory will be cherished in the hearts of his wife, Shelyn and their children, Rémi (Jane) Poissant and Danielle (Jeremy) Lonson; his precious granddaughters, Jenna Poissant and Addison Lonson; brothers and sister, Jean-Guy (Alice) Poissant, Denis (Jeanne) Poissant, Jacques (Sharon) Poissant, Roxanne (Dennis) Lynch and Marc (Lori) Poissant. He is also survived by Shelyn's family, brothers-in-law Denard (Carol) Lynch and Dwain (Denise) Lynch and his mother-in-law, Rejane Lynch as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Bernard was predeceased by his parents, Romeo and Suzanne Poissant and his father-in-law Gerald Lynch. "We're gonna miss you!"

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 238 - 2nd Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father John Maes celebrant. Interment will take place on Saturday, March 31, 2007 in Sedley, Saskatchewan.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102, Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8.

Published in the Regina Leader-Post from 3/29/2007 - 3/31/2007