Obituary of Michael Bertrand

Michael  “Barney” Bertrand

May 15th, 1965-March 2nd, 2019

(Proprietor-Arnprior Decorators)

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Michael Bertrand of White Lake, Ontario after a massive heart attack, Saturday morning, March 2nd, 2019.  He was 53.  Beloved spouse and best friend of Dawn Harvey.  Michael was predeceased by his father Maurice “Moe” Bertrand (July 13, 2018) and survived by his mother Mary “Mitzi” Bertrand (nee Fulford) of Arnprior.  He leaves behind his sisters, Lori Currie (Neil) and Jill Bisson (Pascal).  Loved dearly by his nieces Alison Currie (James) and Rebecca Bisson and nephew Alex Currie (Chanelle).  Dear son-in-law of Cleo Harvey (Terry Sing) of Ottawa and brother-in-law of Cheryl Dawson (David) and David Harvey, both of P.E.I.  Michael was the proprietor of Arnprior Decorators, proudly taking over the family business and following in his father’s footsteps.  A talented guitar player he will be missed by his band mates and jam buddies.  He enjoyed trips to the hunt camp and spent many years cruising the Ottawa river.  He was a friend to all and virtually had friends from all walks of life.  His uplifting personality and easy-going manner will be remembered by all who knew him.  Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior.  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Thursday morning, March 7th, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery.  Reception to follow at the St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall, 285 Albert Street, Arnprior.  A donation in memory of Michael can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Grove Redevelopment Fund or to a charity of your choice.