Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. (48 years old). Sincerest condolences to Dr. Bernier's "boys" and wife, Karen. Jim Rose, a retired attorney who hosted his own weekly show on WNDB for 15 years and was an occasional guest on Bernier's "Volusianaries" segment, recalled Bernier as a good interviewer who made guests feel at ease. He has helped me in November of 2020 when having complications after the loss of my pregnancy. He also made sure I understood all the things (I will miss his drawings.they were so easy to understand) and he took as much time necessary. Bernier, 65 . He explained everything thoroughly with his drawings. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the . He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. He will be greatly missed. In the last months of training he was visibly in pain, yet his teaching flair was unimpaired. The surgery was successful and life changing, and I will forever be grateful to Dr. Bernier for all that he did for my family and myself. He was preceded in death by his mother, Theresa Peckham Bernier; his father, Maurice Gerard Bernier; and his sister, Gail Bernier. My sincere condolences to his wife and sons and all of those who loved him. A Celebration of Life Service will take place at a later date. You can always change this later in your Account settings. pic.twitter.com/vXQIAtVN9e. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, a longtime guest on Marc Bernier's WNDB radio show, said a representative of the station confirmed to him that Bernier died Saturday night sometime after 6 p.m. Remembered: Volusia County Circuit Judge Steven Henderson dies after battle with COVID, Surge slows in hospitals: COVID-19 hospitalizations at Halifax Health, AdventHealth declining, School's back, and so are transmissions: Volusia, Flagler school districts report hundreds of COVID-19 cases, "I'm numb," Chitwood said. I thank him from the bottom of my heart. Marc Frederick Bernier Obituary - Daytona Beach News-Journal I hope he wasnt too busy taking care of so many that he didnt have time to take care of himself. My prayers, condolences and wishes go out to his wife and family. My sincerest condolences to his family. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Morgan Keith. Please try again later. He's irreplaceable. I could not have asked for a kinder, more brilliant senior. - Posted by: Carrie Lenton Robertson (Co Worker ) on: Aug 23, 2021, Dr. Bernier saved my life last fall. His show originated from Washington D.C. on 80 occasions, and was the only show in the United States that had offered a local broadcast from the Bush Inaugural in 2005. As a brand new nurse 11 years ago, he guided me through my first delivery on LDRP at Womens hospital. I was so nervous for my second surgery and had many questions, and Mr. Bernier took time out many times after his work to phone me and talk me though the procedure. You all will kept in my thoughts and prayers. We kindly ask that privacy is given to Marcs family during this time of grief. I also met Karen as one of her nurses when their first son Austin was born at Womens. - Posted by: Pam Jackson (Friend ) on: Aug 21, 2021, I'm so sad to read of Dr Bernier's passing. At work I'm a god, at home I have to take out the garbage". He saved my uterus! He went over and beyond to ensure I was taken care of. Regulators seize First Republic Bank, sell to JPMorgan Chase, Florida makes it impossible to check voter eligibility, then pulls out handcuffs | Commentary, Mental well-being drives our ability to flourish | Commentary. - Posted by: Eva Guiang- Lam (Former RN at Old Womens Hospital OR 4 th floor) on: Sep 16, 2021, I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Bernier. He also delivered one of my granddaughters after a difficult delivery for mom. - Posted by: Crystal Giesbrecht (Co-worker at Womens Hospital) on: Oct 20, 2021, I first met Dr. Bernier following a referral for a gynecological problem. - Posted by: Melanie (Patient) on: Aug 22, 2021, I was so saddened hearing of the loss of a wonderful doctor. He was surrounded by the loving voices of his family, and was comforted by his nurses from AdventHealth Hospice Care. Covid Took One Of My Best Friends! Amy Leigh Hair posted on Aug. 4. I was a patient of Dr. Bernier's for over 25 years and last saw him about 12 years ago. So saddened by this news. In 2019, he moved the Speaker Series to Daytona State College with a focus on local and regional issues, utilizing experts and faculty to the mix in moderated discussion. Dr. B clearly impacted the lives of so many. In my 1 year of training I learnt immensely from his theoretical and practical knowledge and performed so many procedures under his aegis. He will always be a role model for many, many health providers. My condolences to his family. I am forever grateful to him. Marc Bernier, Anti-Vax Florida Radio Host, Dies at 65 From - TheWrap Jeepers., Its with great sadness that WNDB and Southern Stone Communications announce the passing of Marc Bernier, who informed and entertained listeners on WNDB for over 30 years. I noticed that he always seemed to lighten the mood in the OR when he was around. We once asked him why he never rushed or ran in emergencies. Thanks for your help! He truly was a kind, compassionate and lovely man. And they sat me up while everyone staring at me intently, and there he was over on the right with a smile on his face for me. - Posted by: Angel Wicharenko (Once worked at Manitoba Clinic.) May he rest in peace. Mark and I were medical school classmates and colleagues. - Posted by: Liz (Former patient) on: Aug 23, 2021, I have worked with Mark since I started on labour floor in 1990, as well as being a patient with the birth of my second daughter. I had only been a patient of his for a few years but I was struck by his compassion, sympathy and caring. - Posted by: Dr. James And May Sutherland (Colleague) on: Aug 25, 2021, Mark was my senior resident in OB medical school. He was the most amazing Doctor for my first pregnancy and even though I was young he treated me with respect. Buried in North Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Another veteran "Volusianary," Pat Northey, called him a 'dear friend" an "excellent provocateur," but above all else, a host who has fun. Working as a nurse I had the privilege of working with Mark when he came to the Churchill Regional Health Authority to do quarterly patient assessments and surgery. Attorney Mel Stack, who regularly advertised on Berniers show, said the outspoken radio hosts anti-vaccination views were based on how he believed vaccines impacted others close to him rather than politics. I asked him if he was going to deliver his own child and his answer was hilarious (very animated), he said "no, my wife won't let me. 2157 Portage Avenue at Sharp Boulevard (Map) ", He added that every conversation with Bernier "started with how our kids are doing.". He said absolutely, its your body. He has been my specialist for 3 years and I honestly couldn't have dreamed up a better person to take care of things. Thank you for your understanding. We will all cherish our fond memories of Dr. B. RIP Dr. Bernier His love of broadcasting began at a very young age; and his innumerable career successes far surpassed that which he himself could have ever imagined in his youth. Helen and Gord You will be missed. Sincerely Always loved working with Dr. Bernier! So sad to hear this news, please know you are missed! My heart is broken. His passing is a great loss to Winnipegs medical community. His patience, humour and skill gave me my life back. A conservative radio host in Florida who was openly opposed to the coronavirus vaccine has died of the COVID-19 infection after a three-week battle with the disease. "I don't think he's as right-wing as what his show is," Northey said. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. How I wish I could return the kindness!! Mark's approach to his patients has inspired me since 1987, and will continue to do so for the rest of my life. - Posted by: Lynn Lessard (Patient ) on: Aug 21, 2021, Im so sad to hear of Mark passing. Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers are with the family and friends. Make a donation to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. A gifted and caring doctor, he will remain in our hearts forever, never to be forgotten. We kindly ask that privacy is given to Marcs family during this time of grief. ", One of his longstanding regulars on "The Volusianaries," former Public Defender Jim Purdy, called the segment "great fun.". Marc Bernier always brought light to every room entered. He was genuinely a kind, and humble man and it was an absolute honor and pleasure to have been able to know and work with him. I'm so sorry for your loss, Karen and family. A finalist for the 2003 Marconi Awards, Marc hosted several other radio shows: BookMarc, a weekly radio book-review promoting literacy; Weekend Around the House, a weekly show which provided information and tips for the home; and The Marc Bernier Restaurant Show, a quarterly restaurant show featuring a popular chef and a variety of restaurant owners, who provided some useful tips and recommendations for local restaurants in the community. He was very reassuring and always used to have loud music playing to ease the mood before surgery. Raised in Tiverton, Rhode Island, Marc hosted radio shows in New England before moving to Florida in 1990 to become the Executive Producer of Steve Crowleys American Scene. From there, he conducted his own national coast-to-coast show, The American Forum, before finally making his way to WNDB Radio in Daytona Beach, FL, currently owned and operated by Southern Stone Communications of Florida, LLC. I always recommended him to friends and family. - Posted by: Jen Lowry (Patient ) on: Aug 23, 2021, Dr. Bernier was such a great person, through and through. I said, if you find that there is an ovary that looks "ok" to you, can you leave it in. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. I find he can be persuaded. He was an amazing surgeon and Dr who I had highly respected. Now I remember when I was referred to him. Perhaps his parents got it right or perhaps it is just the man he chose to be, however what I and many others can take from our interactions and experiences with Dr Bernier is the importance of caring, the importance of humility, the importance of kindness, and the importance of respect. 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