It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Bernard on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 in Grande Prairie, AB at the age of 94 just 12 days short of his 95 birthday. Bernard was born August 30, 1920 in Grande Prairie AB and resided in the Five Mile District his entire life. The eldest of seven he was at an early age helping to provide for his family which meant in those days working on the farm and hunting. This turned into a life long love and passion for both. There was nothing that made Bernard happier than the farm, or going for a hike in the bush, where he felt so at ease. Bernard in his early adult years spent many winters falling timber in the area with his brother Errol. He is survived by his loving wife Yvonne of 62 years, and together raised four children Dale (Marlene), Maxine (Larry), Eleanor (Ray), Colleen (Jean-Paul) and six grandchildren Bryce (Shannon), Shayne (Erika), Darren, Chelsea, Kyle (Dymetha), Katherine (Tyler) and Great Grandchildren Avery, Blake and soon to arrive baby. Dad loved his family more than words can say and was so very proud of us all. We will love you and miss you forever. Survived by brother Errol (Joyce), sisters Rita of Edmonton and Irene (Bill) of Destiny Bay, BC. Bernard was predeceased by his parents Albert and Martha, brothers Cecil, Art, Don, his mother and father in law Alphonse and Marie Bayens, brother in law Robert Ames and sister in law Florence Blimke. Prayer service for the late Bernard Blimke will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Monday August 24, 2015 at 7:30 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Grande Prairie, Tuesday August 25, 2015 at 10am. Interment and committal will follow at the Grande Prairie Cemetery, followed by a time of fellowship at Tranquile Hall at St Joseph’s church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Care and arrangements entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home Grande Prairie 780-830-7742 www.bearcreekfuneral.com