Bernard was born on February 17, 1931 and died on June 13, 2016 at his home.
He is survived by his daughter and son in law Anne and Dick Thomas; grandsons Bryan Thomas and Kevin Thomas; brother G.C. Ross and wife Jan; sister May Dell Daughrity and husband Jerald; one niece and three nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn Ross and parents, Grover C. and Thelma Ross.
A private interment will take place on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Resthaven Memorial Park with Chaplain Michael Bartlett officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the New Mexico Christian Children’s Home at 1356 NM- 236, Portales, New Mexico 88130.