1946
2017
Sally A. Bernard, age 71, of North Canton, passed away in her sleep on Sunday, July 30, 2017.
She was born January 5, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Paul and Helen V. Rooney. Sally graduated from the Mercy School of Nursing in 1967 and practiced as a registered nurse in Columbus and Canton. Following a short career in nursing, she went back to school for her B.A. at Malone College followed by earning an M.A. in Psychology and Counseling at Walsh University. She served as a licensed drug and alcohol counselor for 25 years at One Step Counseling, and for 5 years at Vista Counseling. In the early 1980s, she initiated a drug and alcohol intervention process in the North Canton School System and created the North Canton Community Intervention Committee which she chaired for several years. This committee was created to help kids in high school and middle school with chemical problems. Sally was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, North Canton, and The Alliance of the Stark County Dental Society, and was active in The Canton Junior League.
She is survived by her children, Chris Bernard, Marci Bernard, Allison Bernard, and Matt Bernard; sisters, Rebecca Rooney and Mary Pat (Scott) Learned; twin brother, Bernard Rooney; and brother, Dan (Gloria) Rooney.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 11:00am at St. Paul Catholic Church, 241 South Main Street, North Canton. Interment will be in North Canton Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8pm on Friday in the Karlo-Libby Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Martin Center, 1253 3rd St SE, Canton, OH 44707or The Junior League of Stark County, Ohio, 4450 Belden Village St NW #106, Canton, OH 44718.
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March 7, 2019
Kodi SINERI
She was the best thing to happen to my life and she told me to believe in myself
March 7, 2019
Friend
Kodi Sineri
August 7, 2017
Kim Wills
My deepest condolences to Allison and her family. I am so sorry for your loss. There aren't any words that I can say to make the pain go away. May you find peace and keep your head up.
Love,
August 6, 2017
Marci Bernard
Mom,
Once again if there was one word used to describe you it would be "Powerful". You had a passion for giving gifts. You and I both know you rarely showed up anywhere without a gift. However the biggest gift you gave was yourself. You helped and saved 100's of people with the same struggles you had. You were the gift and will always be the gift throughout my life. I am so proud of you. I love and miss you. Ps. You can steal my French Fries anytime.
August 6, 2017
Stephanie Skemp
I had the great pleasure and honor of working with Sally on the Community Intervention Program in North Canton. I so admired her kindness, commitment and honesty. I sought her guidance several times over the years with family issues with the terrible and baffling disease of chemical dependency, and her comments were always spot on. Rest In Peace, dearest Sally.
August 6, 2017
Friend
Pam Baker
My dear friend, Sally. 37 years ago you saved by life. I am so sorry that I was not there to help save you. You will always be love and missed.
August 5, 2017
Susan Stanek
I am so sorry to hear about Sally's passing. She helped my family many years ago and helped so many lives. Thoughts & prayers are with you.
August 4, 2017
Kerris Costello
Dear Bernard Family, I am so sorry about Sally. Sally was someone that I admired and cared about. She was my angel. Rest in Peace Dear Sally.
August 4, 2017
Deb Robinson
On behalf of the Malone University Community, I express our sincerest condolences to the family of Sally Bernard. Sally was an amazing and inspiring woman whose energies and vision made a positive difference. Countless lives were impacted and blessed by Sally's efforts and caring concern. We are forever honored to name her among our Malone University Alumni. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones.
August 3, 2017
Brenda Krauss
August 3, 2017
Brenda Krauss
Sally was my counselor but she was my best friend too, She saved my life and changed my life forever. I will miss her deeply. She was so kind and so easy to talk to. I know God put her in my life. I will love you forever Sally. I pray for her loved ones and family during this difficult times. God Bless you all
August 2, 2017
We were neighbors of Sally and Mike! Just return for summers in Ohio and hoping to reconnect with Sally. Lots of fun times with the organizations we shared! Sally was a class lady, so sorry to hear about her passing?
We send our thoughts and prayer to family and friends. Peter and Susan Benham
August 2, 2017
Charles Davis
Sally always exhibited a kind and caring spirit, prayers for the family, and all who knew sally.
August 2, 2017
Mary and Joe Cusma
We are so sorry to hear about Sally. She helped many people in her lifetime. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
She will always be remembered by all the people she touched.
August 2, 2017
Steffani Withee
She was a great woman and my heart is saddened by your loss. My thoughts are truly with the whole family during this very difficult time.
August 1, 2017
Miranda Domingo
Sally Bernard was like a second mother to me. I've known her for over twenty years and I have grown quite fond of her throughout the years. I grew up with her daughter Allison and we were inseparable growing up. Allison was my very best friend and the Bernards were my second family. I was blessed to have my second family within walking distance from my house. If I wasn't at my house you could always find me at the Bernard's house. Sally always made me feel like family when I was at her house. She had a way of making you feel comfortable and I knew I could always talk to her about anything. I admired her work ethic, her drive, and compassion for others. I am so blessed to have known such an amazing woman. I am thankful for all the time we shared together and for all the memories. I'm am truly grateful. I will never forget you. Sally Bernard will never be forgotten, she will remain in our hearts forever. My thoughts are with the Bernard Family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
August 1, 2017
Madalen Muntean
August 1, 2017
Shelly Escola
Sally saved my life with her kindness and caring. She will be missed by many. I am sure Jesus is holding his arms out to greet her at Heavens gate. She was such a special lady to so many people and now she has crossed the Finishline into the arms of our Lord. I love you my dear friend and will miss you. Until we meet again.
August 1, 2017
To the Bernard and Rooney families, we are so sorry for your loss and will be keeping you in our prayers.
Deb and Norm Carnes
August 1, 2017
Stephanie Jackson
So incredibly sad to learn of Sally's death. She was an amazing lady. She always made me smile .... and no matter the task, Sally's answer was always YES I'll help. She will be missed.
August 1, 2017
My heart hurts for all of you who loved and adored Sally the way our family loved her. RIP Sally, you will always be the one to remind us to be kind and generous in service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 1, 2017
I am truly sorry to hear of this sad event. I got to know Sally and Mike when they became such supportive and loyal customers of mine when I owned my shop in North Canton. I will never forget her kindness, humility and enduring smile. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Evie Maronitis Riegler
July 31, 2017
Laura Daugherty
July 31, 2017
Theresa McVay
I am so sorry for your loss, Only new Sally for a short while but she turley was a great lady. Your family will always be in my prayers.
Theresa McVay
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