WRIGHT, Bernard Norman, Lieutenant-Colonel (Retired) Canadian Provost Corps and Security Branch. Served in Canada, Germany and Vietnam. After a 33-year military career, served 16 years with the UN in humanitarian operations in more than a dozen countries in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. After a lengthy battle with prostate cancer, followed by a stroke, he passed away on the 27th of January in his 78th year. Husband of Doreen Way, previously married to Marie Lucie Marguerite Wright (née Gorham). Very proud father of Kevin, Ottawa; Deborah, Ottawa; and Neil (Sandra Anastacio), Milton. Grandfather of his amazing and talented grandchildren Katie, Emily, Meghan, and Caitlin. Pre-deceased by his father (Roy), mother (Kathleen Veronica O’Neill), brothers Lawrence (Florence); Terence (Marjorie); and sister Shirley Hemming (Eddie). Youngest sibling to his sister Joan Lochrie (John), Abbotsford, B.C. Bern dearly loved his extended family of nieces and nephews, making a visit West annually. He and Doreen loved adventurous travel and continued to do so to the end. He chose round-the-world travels, visiting more than 110 countries in total. He had a passion for music, none more so than music provided by his sons. He took great pride in the ground-breaking success of his daughter who went through the minor league hockey scouting paces to become the first-ever female to secure a contract scouting for an NHL team. His pragmatism and understanding of the nature of his cancer, which had spread to virtually every bone in his body, allowed him to continue enjoying life. The limitations imposed by COVID restricted his access to those he loved and were his biggest source of sorrow. His positive attitude was contagious, making acceptance of his situation easier for all. Interment will be at the National Military Cemetery at the Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa in the spring and will be Covid protocol driven. A Celebration of Life will be held when COVID restrictions allow. Donations to the Military Police Fund for Blind Children through CanadaHelps.org would be appreciated instead of flowers.
Digital Guestbook
Andrea and Rick Valois
Richard Courtemanche
An Officer and always a gentleman
Kenny Whyte
My condolences Kevin. May he Rest In Peace
Michael McEvoy
Securitas, a watchdog has moved on. God Bless. Cpl. McEvoy
Shirley Wittstock
So sorry for your lost Kevin and family, deepest sympathies
Don Johnson
Bernie Wright was a great colleague of mine. We served together in the Security Branch of the Canadian Forces for a number of years. Bernie was a fun person and a highly enjoyable person to work with. Something that we enjoyed in common was the pride and love that we had for the accomplishment enjoyed by our children. God bless you old buddy. It is sad to see you go.
Sean and Heather McGrath
So very sorry. An outstanding and very accomplished man who was a pleasure to meet and to be with. He lived and died with grace and dignity and has left the world better than he found it.
Jack Klassen
Bernie was first a mentor and then friend. A positive influence on those who knew him. He is sadly missed.
Gary Stojak (Retd MWO)
A good Boss and a nice guy which is sometimes not that easy to achieve. God Bless the family.
Barbara Louise Macinnis
Condolences to Doreen and Bern's family.
Deeply saddened to hear of Bernard’s passing. He was such a happy presence at rehearsals and shows. He exuded a joie de vivre and positivity when you met him. Though I only met him a handful of times you could see the pride and love he had for his family. Extending our heartfelt condolences to you Kevin, Neil, Katie and Doreen.