Charles V. Bernard, age 84 of Lowell, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Geraldine Bernard; daughter, Collyn Marie Bernard; brother, George Bernard; and sister, Arlene Bernard.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Sandra Bernard; children, Matthew (Wendy) Bernard and Kirstin Bernard Drennan; stepchildren, Nate, Thomas, and Sharon Neering; grandchildren, Chloe and Kendra Bernard, Collin and Jillian Bernard, Haley Bernard, Matthew Bernard Jr., Jade, Lydia, Noah, and Ellie Neering; great-grandchild, Lilah Bernard; niece, Nancy Bernard; and his beloved family cat, Henry.
Charlie proudly served in the United States Army and later owned and operated Bernard’s Ace Hardware in Lowell, Michigan. He enjoyed working out and was a devout Catholic, living his life faithfully.
Visitation will be held 2:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Roth-Gerst Funeral Home, 305 N. Hudson, Lowell, MI 49331.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Monday, December 29, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 402 Amity St. SE, Lowell, MI 49331, with Fr. Michael Goodwin and Fr. Peter Damian concelebrating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trinitarians of Mary, Inc., 6702 Del Cerro Blvd., San Diego, CA 92120.
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Charlie was world famous for his amazing Ace store and customer service. His love for the community of Lowell was legendary. He will be missed by all.
Sandra we our sorry of your loss, but you were very lucky to have him in your life. Pam & I feel Charlie was a special person and lucky to know him. The best to you and your family! We can always smile when we think of Charlie
❤️ Rich & Pam
Not many people in live can still stand strong when live gives us hurdles to jump. Charlie I will NEVER not remember you. To this day we’re connected. Many people were blessed to have simply met you
MATT (WENDY) , KIRSTIN
Please carry on any trait he has taught you.
Mary Kay (Son) Taylor
We have known Charley ever since we moved to Lowell in 1979. He always had a smile and a greeting for everyone. Our son Brant worked part time for Charley while in high school and really enjoyed working for him.
He will be missed, but we have fond memories of Charley.
We are sorry for your loss; may he rest in peace.
Stu, Jean & Brant Erbentraut