Birth date: Oct 19, 1932 Death date: Jun 3, 2021
Bernard “Bernie” McCole peacefully went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Thursday, June 3, surrounded by his wife of 68 years and family. It was the final chapter in Bernie’s nearly 4-year heroic fight against brain cancer, in Read Obituary
Unc B: I’m a little late to the party, but we’ll never cease celebrating your life. Your love has enriched us in immeasurable ways - thank you for the exuberant joy with which you pursued this life. You continue to inspire me and live on in the best of all of us. I love you - Jeffrey Hagy
I first met Bernie when he spoke to our club on St. Patrick’s Day, very soon after I met
Jean. He shared stories and information about his beloved Ireland, and right then and there, I fell under his spell. He was one of the finest and most charming men I have ever met. I always knew I could turn to Bernie if I needed advice or recommendations. My life is fuller for having known him and Iva Jean. Years ago, I was able to help them adopt a dog, and it was the kind of relationship rescuers dream of - true love! Jean and Bernie loved that dog and she loved them, but I think Lily Lokai loved Bernie a little bit more. Cheerio, kind man. You made a difference in this world.
Bernie always made me and my girls feel like family. We will never forget his kindness. May he Rest In Peace 💚
Bernie was a kind man and would do anything for anyone.
I enjoyed being with him and jean when we went to the casino on our three day trip.
He will be missed by so many friends.
So glad to have known him.
Prayers to the family
With love
Josette Turner
These hands. My Papa’s hands.
10/19/32 - 6/3/21
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They knew me before I knew me.
They prayed for me.
They helped me learn to crawl, walk, and run.
They showed me the importance of appreciating nature and natural beauty.
They held me when I couldn’t stand.
They consoled me when times were tough.
They guided me to where I needed to go.
They taught me how to fish, sail, and plant a garden.
They made me understand hard work.
They were strong when I was weak.
They were there in all of life’s grand milestones.
They were honored.
They were the calm I needed when things couldn’t have seemed to get any better.
They were experienced when I wasn’t.
They taught me how to fix a tire.
They taught me how to ride a bike.
They led me where I needed to go.
They taught me how to file my taxes.
They clapped for me when times needed to be celebrated.
They made the special moments more special.
They knew a simple yellow truck could take you anywhere you wanted to go.
They hugged me when I needed it most.
They prayed with me every night when I was a child.
They cheered me on every day.
They loved my Nana.
They knew great loss.
They knew triumphs.
They thought I was beautiful just as I was.
They encouraged me to take care of myself.
They knew dedication and never giving up.
They loved all those with whom they shook hands.
They taught me confidence.
They were there to reassure me when I needed it.
They encouraged me to explore the world.
They were the first things I sought in times of trouble.
They told me to never be afraid.
They hold a lifetime of memories, friendship, and love.
They led and I followed.
They taught me to tie many good knots.
They showed me how to love animals and God’s creations.
They showed me how to appreciate the small things in life.
They knew that family was everything.
They knew how to pray and show me the way.
They knew life’s pleasure of being in nature.
They loved and honored his children.
They knew God’s love for all things.
They knew how to tend to plants and make them thrive.
They took me camping and showed me places.
They knew their best friend and honoring friendship for a lifetime.
They rescued me when I needed saving.
They helped me realize the dream of going to the University of Florida.
They encouraged me to explore my dream of studying abroad.
They made friends wherever they went.
They worked hard.
They taught me the importance of country, dedication, duty, honor, and trust.
They taught me the importance of a promise and keeping your word.
They drove me to school.
They picked me up at the bus stop.
They showed me the simple pleasure of a cream soda.
They taught me how to fix something when it’s broken instead of getting something new.
They showed me what’s it’s like to be prideful of the things you work hard for.
They knew true love.
They were the hands of a patriot.
They showed me how to take care of a boat.
They appreciated all of nature’s wonders.
They endured so much.
They showed me endless memories.
They grounded me.
They guided me through every step of this life.
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They were loving.
They were strong.
They were patient.
They prayed with me.
They loved God.
They were kind.
They were gentle.
They were sturdy.
They were everything to me.
They were home.
These hands.
