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GEMMELL, Bernice Mary Cecilia (nee Kaczmarski) 'Bernie'

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October 10, 1953 – May 3, 2022

After a long courageous battle with cancer Bernice passed with her family by her side at Hospice Huronia on Tuesday May 3, 2022 at the age of 68. Daughter of Andrew and Anna Kaczmarski who are both waiting for her in heaven. Loving wife of Gregory Gemmell. Beloved mother of Michael (Christine), Jonathan (Rachel White), Kathryn (Steven) Cooper, and Daniel (Sara Belontz). Cherished Grandma of Dominic and Lochlan. Dear sister of Edward Kaczmarski.

Bernie taught for many years at Monsignor Castex and Canadian Martyrs Schools. She believed in a motivating hands-on approach with the carefully designed science experiments she created for her students. She will be missed by friends at the Georgian Bay Cancer Centre where she was an active member. Bernie’s Vibrance and sense of humour lives on in her family including her two playful grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Thursday May 5, 2022 from 6pm- 8pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday May 6, 2022 at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church at 2:30pm burial to follow at St. Margaret’s Catholic Cemetery. Memorial donations to Hospice Huronia and Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre would be appreciated by the family if desired.