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Bernice Anderson January 2, 1959 - January 5, 2023

With heavy hearts, the family announces the sudden passing of their beloved Bernice at the age of 64 at the Thunder Bay Health Science Centre.

Bernice was raised in Dryden, where she met her first love Martin at the young age of 16. They married a couple years later, with the births of their two boys to follow. Bernice and Martin built a life and businesses together, which carried on after Martin’s passing in 2008. Bernice became a staple in the community with her strength, dedication and generosity.

Bernice completed Martin’s dream of Anderson’s Homestead Golf Course with the help of Jason, Tylor, Jean, many family members and friends. Her hard work never went unnoticed and her drive never failed, these traits show in her sons today.

Bernice is survived by her partner Jean-Guy Nault, her sons Tylor (Roopy) Anderson, Jason (Rachelle) Anderson and her very loved grandchildren Ayva, Bennett and Ari Anderson. Bernice is also survived by her mother Dolores Saindon, brothers Ron (Evelyn) Saindon, Paul (Brenda) Saindon, Dan (Kelly) Saindon and sister Lise (Gord) McDonald. She is also survived by her sister in-law Janice (Bruce) Hutchison and Christine Denby along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Let’s not forget her best friend Della Mushsquash.

Bernice is predeceased by her first love Martin Anderson, her grandson Brayden Anderson and father Jean-Guy Saindon.

Bernice could be found toting the boys to hockey and being their number one fan, cheering them on from the crowd. They were her pride and joy. The Anderson home was always the place to be for the kids to hangout, making memories and getting into trouble. Tylor and Jason loved to play jokes on their mom while everyone else laughed along with them.

As the boys got older, Bernice’s family grew by two daughters-in-law,  who blessed her with grandchildren. It was then that her family was complete.

Bernice’s grandkids, Ayva and Bennett would walk across the field to visit her and it would immediately put a smile on her face. She loved when Ari would come so she could get the most snuggles in on his trips to Dryden. Each one of her grandkids have a special place in her heart, and with one innocent smile, they could get her to do anything they wanted.

6 years ago Bernice won the love lottery once again, when Jean became an important part of her life. They did everything together and without complaint he helped make her visions come to fruition. Over the last few weeks, his love for Bernice showed even more as he took on the roll of caregiver in her last days. The family is forever grateful for his love and care for Bernice.

Bernice was a loving and caring person with a bubbly personality that was well known in the community and will be missed by many.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. There will be a private service held at a later date.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. There will be a private service held at a later date.

Condolences(19)

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    Susan Bunney says
    January 9, 2023 at 2:14 am

    Such sad news. Heartfelt condolences ❤️

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    Lorraine, Gord Malyk says
    January 9, 2023 at 4:51 am

    We are so sorry for the loss of Bernice, condolences to her family and Jean-Guy.

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    Darcy D Birnie says
    January 9, 2023 at 12:44 pm

    Heartbreaking!! Wonderful lady, great community spirit and suporter and class act!! Sending out prayers and well wishes to Family and loved ones at this time, your angel has wings now and will watch over you!

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    Sharon Morin says
    January 9, 2023 at 2:18 pm

    Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your partner JeanGuy, and mother/grandmother of the children. Cherish your memories of Bernice/mom, and know she is at peace
    Sharon and Roger Morin

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    Sandra Ostman says
    January 9, 2023 at 5:24 pm

    Words cannot even begin to express your sorrow…Please accept our condolences for the family’s loss.
    May lasting peace surround your grieving hearts, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Sandra and Wally

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    Gale Kamm says
    January 9, 2023 at 7:09 pm

    Sincere condolences to Jean Guy and Bernice’s whole family. Take comfort in all the wonderful memories. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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    Shawn Gladwish says
    January 9, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    One of the great people of Dryden that I have missed. Sorry for your loss

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    Joni Alexander says
    January 9, 2023 at 8:50 pm

    Our sincere condolences to all the family. We will miss her beautiful smile.❤ Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time. Joni & Barry

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    Al & Sue Wice says
    January 9, 2023 at 11:18 pm

    We are very shocked & sorry to read of Bernice’s death. She was a wonderful woman, who ran her family business with a personal touch. Forever with Martin now.

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    Linda P says
    January 10, 2023 at 3:57 pm

    Sending my love to everyone, she . . . is only a veil away . . . so close . . . just with you all, in a new way . . . mentally, in your memories and heart felt moments, just not physically, keep talking and laughing she hears xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxo

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    Kathy Kirkby says
    January 10, 2023 at 4:23 pm

    Jason, Tyler and families, We are so sad and sorry to her of Bernice’s passing. Since I met Bernice she has always had a smile on her face. She was a very strong lady to continue her and Martin’s dream after his passing. You should be very proud of her and the lovely woman she was. She will be greatly missed . Love and hugs from the Kirkby family.

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      Rod n Heidi harder says
      January 11, 2023 at 2:41 am

      We are shocked to hear of Bernice’s passing she was a lovely lady our condolences to Jeanguy Jason Tyler and families

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    Bev Smith says
    January 11, 2023 at 1:15 am

    Bernice was an amazing mother aunt friend and sister to everyone who knew her she will be sadly missed I am so very sorry for the families loss I grew up with her boys Jason and Tylor and I know how much they loved their mom

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    Carm Fyfe says
    January 11, 2023 at 4:36 pm

    So heartbreaking and sad she was a beautiful lady inside and out she will be missed

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    Sharon Duguay says
    January 13, 2023 at 3:30 pm

    So sad to hear of Bernice’s passing.I have so many memories of our families times together ,my heartfelt sympathies to Delores & family .

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    Dawn Babineau says
    January 21, 2023 at 11:17 pm

    We are very sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies. Dawn & Paul

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    Kathleen Mireault says
    January 26, 2023 at 4:33 pm

    My Heart ❤️ goes out to the Family and Jean Guy Nault who loved Bernice so much. To this day I still have tears for Bernice every time I think of the awesome times we had together.
    The town and community of Dryden will sadly miss her as she was a pillar in the community. Also everyone who new this Amazing Lady will miss her. I will carry her in my Heart forever till we meet again 😢🥰❤️

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    Dodi Ewen says
    February 18, 2023 at 5:37 pm

    A reminder life is precious and every day counts! Bernice lived this way and my condolences to her family and friends who had the privilege of being a part of Bernice’s life and love. The Saindon family are one of the best neighbours we were blessed to have in our neighbourhood! A great loss for us all!

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    Susan Gibson says
    December 7, 2023 at 5:22 am

    Sincere condolences to the Anderson families and Jean Guy Nault. I only met her last November as I passed through Dryden to visit Louise Anderson gravesite. As we were family who had just met, I am saddened by her passing. Gone away to soon.

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