BERNIER, Michael J. BFD (retired) of West Roxbury, May 31, 2023 at age 71 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of 50 years to Patricia (Enos) Bernier. Devoted father of Brian and his wife Christine of Medway, Tom and his wife Nicole of West Roxbury and the late Michelle Bernier. Adored Grampy to Brian Jr., Sean, Robert, Brendan, Shane, Caroline, Connor and the late Allyson and Owen Bernier. Loving brother of Stephen McMinn of Florida, William of North Attleboro and Charles of Brockton. He was predeceased by his sister Donna McMinn and brother Paul. Special brother-in-law to Nancy and Phil Roy of West Roxbury and Jack and Barbara Enos of Newbury. Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews and special life long friends both in and out of the Fire Department.
Michael proudly served 36 years as a Boston Firefighter. His culinary skills provided many meals for his fellow firefighters on the “night” tours. Michael enjoyed many road trips across the country on his Harley with his brothers exploring new places. At home, he was fastidious with his lawn and garden and loved to build custom bird houses. Most importantly, Michael was a genuine family man. He loved to host special events especially at Christmas where he treated everyone with his famous lobster bisque. Above all, his grandchildren were his pride and joy, following their athletic activities as well as their other accomplishments. Michael will always be remembered as a kind and generous man and will be greatly missed.
Michael was a member of Local 718, IAFF and the Retired State and County Municipal Employees Association.
The family would like to thank the Neuro-Oncology team at Dana Farber Boston for guiding and supporting us over this past year.
Visiting hours in the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre Street, WEST ROXBURY on Wednesday, June 7th 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Thursday, June 8th at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa Church at 10 o’clock. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be considered to:
Last Call Foundation
c/o Kathy Crosby-Bell
73 Elm St.
Cohasset, MA 02025
Or:
Tunnel to Towers
2361 Hylan Boulevard
Staten Island, NY 10306