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BOARDMAN -- Nicholas Patrick "Nick" Bernard Jr., 70, of Boardman, passed away on Thursday evening, July 11, 2024.
Nick will always be remembered for his outgoing personality, kindness and generosity.
He was born Nov. 27, 1953, in Youngstown, the son of Nicholas Patrick Sr. and Bernice Klimaski Bernard and was a lifelong area resident.
Nick was a 1971 graduate of The Rayen High School and furthered his education by receiving his bachelor's degree in psychology from Westminster College. Nick then went on to achieve his master's degree in school psychology from the University of Akron in 1982.
He was proud to have worked for over 35 years in education where he helped numerous children throughout his career as a school psychologist and retired Aug. 2, 2017. His career included working with the Columbiana School System, Trumbull County School System, Athens County School System and for the last 25 years of his career in Grove City, Pa.
Nick was a longtime member of St. Charles Borromeo Church and throughout his career was active in numerous organizations and societies.
Nick had many passions throughout this life. He loved listening to music and playing his guitar, enjoyed watching movies and was an avid sports fan.
Nick leaves behind to hold his memories, the love of his life, his wife of over 33 years, the former Jamie Rossano, whom he married Feb. 2, 1991, at St. Charles Church, along with extended family members and friends.
Nicholas was preceded in death by his parents.
Family and friends may pay their respects from 10 to 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the chapel of St. Charles Borromeo Church, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman, where a Funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m.
Entombment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Austintown.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.
Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to view this obituary and send condolences to Nicholas's family.
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