Bernard Goobie
1934-2022
At the conclusion of a
wonderful lifetime of 87 years, including 63 years with his beloved
wife, Bernard Goobie of Riverview passed away peacefully in hospital
on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. His family members are
particularly grateful to Bill, his eldest son, who spent much of his
time in recent months caring for his Dad.
Born in St.
John’s, NL, he was the son of the late William Bernard and
Jean Hamilton (Mathieson) Goobie. He was a loving husband to
Florence (“Flo”) and a caring and devoted father to
his three children. Bern or “Bernie” was
an active member of the local community and the neighbourhood where he
and Florence lived since 1970. Bern was an avid golfer at
the Moncton Golf and Country Club for 50 years, where he was honored
to serve as Club Captain and enjoyed a great relationship with all the
members. He also attained a significant level of mastery at
Bridge and in his early life was a very successful athlete in many
sports, including Hockey, Rowing and Soccer. After
moving to Riverview, Bern coached minor hockey for many
years. Bern also had a successful career with the Canadian
National Railway, originally as an Electrician and later as a Shop
Foreman.
Predeceased by his
beloved Florence, “Poppy” will always be remembered
by his Daughter, Jill Harvey (Robin), Sons, Bill and Scott (Verina),
his Brother, Bill (Patricia), Grandchildren, Ryan, Adam, Sabrina,
Jason, Nathan, Robert and Meghan and great grandchildren, Raelyn,
Grace, Lucas, Hunter, Leah, and Tyson. Besides his parents
he was predeceased by a dear Sister, Gertrude.
A celebration of
Bernard’s life for his friends and family will be held later
due to the current restrictions on gatherings. The gathering
will also be available to join on-line via
www.cobbsfuneralhome.ca. Donations to The Friends of The
Moncton Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the
family. The arrangements are entrusted to Cobb’s
Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 330 Whitepine Road, Riverview
(869-2007). Online condolences can be shared at
www.cobbsfuneralhome.ca
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Bernard Goobie 19342022..
Death notice for the town of: Riverview, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick