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It is with heavy hearts the family of Bernie Tackaberry announce his passing at the Northumberland Hills Hospital Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the age of 74. Bernie passed peacefully surrounded in the love of his family. He is the cherished life partner and husband to Linda Tackaberry (nee Medhurst) for 46 years. He is the incredibly proud father of Jill Tackaberry. Bernie will be remembered fondly by his step-siblings Pauline Closs, Daryl Kinch and adopted sister Tammy (Terry Simpson) Stimers. Loved nephew of Leonard (Helen) Tackaberry and pre-deceased son of Jean Tackaberry. Bernie will be greatly missed by all his extended family and friends. The family would like to extend their most sincere gratitude and thanks to the staff of Northumberland Hills Hospital. Especially those on 2B, Palliative and Dr. Mule. Thank you for your kind, gentle and compassionate care of Bernie during his final days. A visitation will take place at MacCoubrey Funeral Home 30 King Street East, Cobourg on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM followed by a service at 2:00 PM. For those who wish to attend, a burial will take place at Cobourg Union Cemetery. Anyone who is unable to attend the burial is welcome to make their way to the reception lounge at MacCoubrey Funeral Home in which the family will attend following the completion of the burial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation.
So sorry for your loss .Love from Marion & Ric McIvor
So sorry for your loss Love The Azzopardis
Our sincere condolences to Linda and Jill. We have very fond memories of Bernie being our over the fence neighbour ( Wilson) . His generosity of all the goodies he would bring us from Kraf will be remembered. God Bless.
Linda Sincere condolences on Bernie’s passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Laura and Danielle (Curves)
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
My heart goes out to you both Linda and Jill. I will always remember Bernie as one of the most kindhearted people I have ever had the privilege to know. He was a one of a kind person and he will be greatly missed by all.
Our deepest condolences Linda and Jill the neighborhood sure will miss that smiling face .
Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all! Bernie was such a kind soul, a great guy to work with! So sorry for your loss!
I am so sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. My sincere condolences to the family. He was a kind, gentle, steady man and it was my privilege and honor to work with Bernie for many years as his financial advisor. He will be missed. Mary Ann Kelly
Linda & Jill Our deepest sympathy to both of you. What a great person he was and he will be missed. We are thinking about both of you. Keep your memories close to you. A nice service for Bernie.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada - Northumberland
Linda, so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. He was a great neighbor and friend, always helpful and always thoughtful. He will be missed. Thinking of you, Jill and family, please accept our condolences during this difficult time. Chris and Judy
Dear Linda, Jill, and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Bernie and his kind nature. He will be missed. Our condolences to you all. Love, Jenny, Alex, Nolan and Ethan
Dear Linda and Jill! So very sorry to hear about Bernie! Ray remembers working with him at Kraft. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Ray and Sylvia Gallagher
My deepest condolences goes out to both Linda & Jill at this time with the passing of Bernard. He was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Rest in peace Bernard. You are both in my prayers and thoughts at this time. Love Lori ( Tackaberry) Caverly & Dave Nauta & Jeff Cook
Linda and Jill , so sorry to hear of Bernie passing. We have many good memories that will always stay with us.
Dear Linda, We are very sorry to learn of Bernie's passing and your profound loss of a loving husband, father and friend. May the peace of Christ which passes all understanding carry you through as you celebrate his life.
My heartfelt condolences to the Family I worked with Bernard for many years he will be missed .
LINDA We at curves are so saddened of the lost of your dear husband. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.
Tammy, thinking of you & Terry, sending prayers for all the family. I know your mother Marg would be there to greet Bernie with open arms & a warm hug.
We are thinking of you at this very difficult time. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Jill, We send our deepest condolences for your loss. Thinking of you during this very difficult and sad time.
Dear Linda Jill and all family our heartfelt condolences to all of you Bernie was the epitome of a true gentleman where a handshake is your word moral values principles and respect humble kind golden hearted caring loving and a fabulous smile are just some of the words I have in my heart for this gentlemen but the love for his family is what I will always cherish I am forever grateful to have known This wonderful gentlemen rest in peace it is well deserved Bernie❤️ again please accept our sincere condolences from the Doucette and The Rowe family ❤️
Dear Linda, I’m so sorry that I can’t be a part of the service tomorrow, but my thoughts and prayers are with you. With love and blessings for peace and comfort, Kristiane
Condolences to the Tackaberry family Bernie a great guy to work with ?
Dear Linda and Jill. My heartfelt condolences to you both. I remember your wonderful supportive family while Jill attended Thomas Gillbard School. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Linda and Jill. My condolences and sincere sympathy on the passing of Bernie. You are both in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. Susan Giddings
Dear Linda and Jill We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Please accept my condolences with the passing of Bernie a friend I have known for many years ! Bernie - Rest In Peace my friend!!
Thinking of you Linda and Jill. Mr. Tackaberry was always so kind to me. From including me in family events, going to water parks, taking me to dinner, and even keeping my favourite ice cream in your home, just for me, Mr. Tackaberry has always welcomed me and made me feel like a part of the family. I know he will be greatly missed.
Linda and Jill, I am so sorry for your great loss. Grieve well and know Linda that your Curves Family are thinking of you. Linda you are in my thoughts and prayers. Dianne Curves
We are sad to hear of the passing of Bernie. Thoughts and prayers to Linda and Jill. He always had a smile on his face and time to stop and talk on the street.
My condolences on the loss of Bernie. He will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Linda and Jill. Our condolences on Bernies passing,it was always nice to have a chat with him when we would run into each other.
Sorry to hear of Bernie;s passing,a lot of memories of him from working at Kraft,he was a good guy,liked him very much,
Dear Linda and Jill. Thinking of you both at this very difficult time. Bernie was a wonderful person, one of a kind. I will always remember his kindness to all our family when the girls were young. May your many good memories comfort you.
Linda and Jill we are very sorry to hear of the loss of Bernie. He was a wonderful and funny man and was well loved in the Tackaberry family. He always made the time to say hello and always made us laugh and smile when we use to have family functions. He is with his mom now and he will always be in our hearts.
Linda,we are sad to hear the news of Bernie's death. Our condolences to you & your family.
Dear Linda and Jill Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dear Linda and Jill, I can't imagine the depth of your sorrow at this time! Please know that I am so sorry for your loss. Bernie will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him. Hugs.
Linda and Jill and all the family....So sorry to hear of Bernie's passing... I worked with Bernie at General Foods/ Kraft.... many good memories...Hold all your memories close at this time.... Janet and Grant Turner
We are sending you our warmest wishes. We are so grateful for the many acts of generosity and kindness that Bernie offered to us over the years. We will miss him. With love: David, Nancy, Martha and Eloise
Linda, Jill and Family, Our sincere condolences. We are sorry to hear the sad news of Bernie's passing. You are in our thoughts through this very difficult time. Wendy and Bill
Sioncere comndonences to Linda and Family. I worked with Bernie for many years at "The Foods". He always was upbeat and fun to be around. Jack Scott
My sincere condolences to the family. I worked with Don for many years at "the Foods", and then remember Don playing Bingo when the IOOF Club was working it. A great Guy that had a unique sence of humour. Jack Scott
My sincere condolences to Linda, Jill, Tammy and Terry at the loss of Bernie. I worked at Kraft with Bernie for many years . He was always a solid man, a get it done guy, with a pleasant attitude. I am sure he will be missed by many family members and friends. RIP Bernie. Don and Mary Jones
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Aunt Linny & Jill We are thinking of you and sending our love. May you find comfort in all your beautiful memories. Jenna, Mark, Lillia & Ava Mills
Linda & Jill, remembering Bernie for his smile and always his giving of time to "help" out where ever was possible. Thank you now R.I.P. a friend to all.
Linda my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marlene Caffin
Linda and Jill , so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathies. Steve and Jackie
Aunt Linny and Jill: sending love and wishing Uncle Bernie peace. Memories will always keep him close at ❤️
Linda and Jill so sorry for your loss. Bernie was a great guy, neighbour and Co-worker he will be missed by many. RIP Bernie.
Linda - Sorry to read of Bernie's passing. My condolences to you, Jill and extended families.
Dear Linda and Jill We are very sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. You's are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Cherish all the good memories and hold them close to your heart.
Aunt Linda and Jill, We are Sending hugs to you both.We will miss Uncle Bernie and know that he is in a place where there is no pain. Remember all your Special memories and keep them close.We will miss Bernie at our get togethers. A rum in hand and cheers to Bernie, Love to you and Jill xo
Dear Linda and Jill, Bernie was the kindest person one could ever meet. I'll always remember his lovely nature and the tremendous thoughtfulness he showed towards my parents over the many years. You are in our thoughts. With our deepest sympathy, Jean, Gisèle, and Alan
Many happy memories of Bernie and his Mom. Bernie always had the biggest smile, always enjoyed our chats. My sincere condolences to Linda and Jill.
We are so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing, our thoughts are with you. Wayne & Rhonda
Dear Tackleberry family Bernie was a remarkable friend to our O’Brien crew and we enjoyed many happy times as Ontario St. neighbours. Much love, Shelagh xx
Dear Linda & Jill I’m sorry to hear about Bernie, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to Linda Jill and families. Bernie and I first met over 60 years ago at the old country dance halls. It was always a pleasure to chat and catch up whenever we crossed paths. May your happy memories sustain you during this sad time. Allan and Debbie Elder
I am so sorry to hear this news. Bernie was a wonderful neighbour. It was always a pleasure to see him outside working happily in his backyard. My deepest sympathies to Linda and Jill Andrea - neighbor
Linda and family. So very sorry for your loss. Cherish your wonderful memories. Thinking of you. Nancy
So sorry to hear of Bernie's passing he was a great guy we had lots of laughs working together. RIP Bernie
So sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Bernie at General Foods for several years and he was always a pleasure to work with. My heartfelt condolences to all of Bernie’s family. RIP Bernie ?
My deepest sympathies to Linda and Jill and family on the loss of Bernard . He was a wonderful man always happy and full of smiles .
Linda and Jill So sorry to hear about Bernie thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time Jane and Wayne
Linda so sorry to hear of Bernies passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dear Linda and Jill, this is so sad to hear of Bernie passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. I hope all your happy memories will comfort you during this difficult time. Love and prayers, Elaine❤️
So sorry of hear of Bernie’s passing. Colin always enjoyed talking with him at work and whenever their paths crossed after retirement.
Linda and Jill..so sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories, as we will. ❤️ Hugs Deb & John
We are so sorry for your loss, Linda and Jill. He was so good to so many people. He will be missed
Sending you our sincere condolences Linda and Jill. We’re so sad to hear of Bernie’s passing.
Linda, Jill and family We are so sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. You are in our thoughts. Wendy and Cam Scott
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Linda & Jill, our most sincere sympathy to you both for your loss of Bernie. Ray & Bonnie
Hugs Linda and Jill. Uncle Leonard and Aunt Helen
Linda and Jill, so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. I have so many great memories to cherish. It meant so much to Mom and Dad when you came to visit. Xo
Linda and all of the family, We are sorry to hear about Bernie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Sincerely, Tom & Carol Ann
Linda.. So sad and shocked to hear of Bernie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jill. Cameron and Betty Hogg.
Sending our deepest condolences Linda and Jill. Bernie will be missed by so many people. I will truly miss him.
Dear Linda, Jill & family Steve & I are thinking of you at this hard time. Thoughts and prayers are sent your wy.
Condolences so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing RIP Bernie
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Linda and Jill, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Linda .. we are so very sorry to learn about Bernie … it was always great to meet up with both of around town . Our very sincere sympathy to you and Jill in your loss. ?
Linda .. we are so very sorry to learn about Bernie … it was always great to meet up with both of around town . Our very sincere sympathy to you and Jill in your loss. ?
Our sincere condolences to the Tackaberry family. We worked with Bernie for many years at General Foods / Kraft and we are saddened to learn of his passing. May your memories sustain you and bring you comfort in the days ahead.
My condolences to all who know and love Bernie.