Ronald L. Bernard

Colonie - Ronald L. Bernard, 87, of Colonie, passed away at home surrounded by his family Sunday November 1. Born in Watervliet, he was the son of the late Severin and Jane (Golash) Bernard. Ron was a graduate of Vincentian Institute before going on to proudly serve as a Sgt. in the US Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for Western Electric/AT&T for 35 years, until his retirement. After retirement he enjoyed being a snowbird and taking long walks on the beach. Back home in NY he would take trips on Yankee Trails, and watching the Yankees on TV.

Ron is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne; sons, Mitchell, David, and Mark; daughter, Beth (Robert) Gemmavelli; grandchildren, Frank Gilchrest Bernard, Rebecca (Michael) Lalli, Nicholas, Michael, Quinn and Tanner Bernard, great grandson, Michael "Hank" Lalli; and sister, Sandra McKinney of St. Augustine, Fl.

A funeral Mass will be held Friday, November 6 at 9am at St. Clare's Church 1947 Central Avenue, Colonie NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron's name to the American Cancer Society 1 Penny Ln Latham NY, 12110 or the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society 3 Oakland Avenue Menands, NY 12204