Paul R. "Pat" Bedard

Bedard, Lt. Paul R. “Pat” (RCN Ret’d) - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul on Thursday, March 3rd, 2016 at the age of 96. Paul, Uncle, or Poppa as he was lovingly known by his family, will be missed. Predeceased by his loving wife, Euphemia “Bunty” Bedard of over 50 years, the last of a large family of 11 siblings, survived by his daughter Barbara Dusablon (Andre), granddaughters Andrea (Mike Hann) and Karrina, his great grandchildren Kelsey and Nicholas, his niece Nova Dowson (Jack) of Scotland and his two nephews Colin and John Dowson. Paul was born in North Bay, Ontario to parents Eva and Steven Bedard. Longing to see the world Paul joined the Royal Canadian Navy during the second World War, where he was shipped to Europe. Paul met his wife to be, Bunty, in Scotland during those years. After being stationed in London, England they returned to Canada. In the early 1970's, while living in Montreal, Paul retired from the Navy and joined the private sector working for a boat company then later a credit union. In 1987, Paul & Bunty officially retired and moved back to the sea, to Nova Scotia. They lived there until their passing. Paul/Poppa will be missed. We are left with years of wonderful memories. After telling his granddaughter he hoped he would die without pain and in his sleep, he slipped away only 2 days later on that prayer. A gathering will be held from 6 – 8pm on Wednesday, March 9, in A. L. Mattatall Funeral Home. Per Paul's request a service will be held in Scotland where he will be buried beside his wife. Donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the CNIB or Paul would have appreciated doing a good deed for others. Condolences may be left for the family by going to:www.mattatallfuneralhome.com.

My prayers have been answered and I going home to be with my loving wife.

O Eternal Lord God, who alone rulest the raging of the sea; who has compassed the waters with bounds until day and night come to an end; be pleased to receive into Thy almighty and most gracious protection the persons of us Thy servants, and the Fleet in which we serve. Preserve us from the dangers of the sea, and from the violence of the enemy; that we may be a safeguard unto our most gracious Sovereign Lady, Queen Elizabeth, and her Dominions, and a security for such as pass upon the seas upon their lawful occasions; that the inhabitants of our Commonwealth may in peace and quietness serve Thee our God; and that we may return in safety to enjoy the blessings of the land, with the fruits of our labours, and with a thankful remembrance of Thy mercies to praise and glorify Thy Holy Name.

Amen.