VIZARD, Bernie John

Born on August 5, 1952. Passed away July 14, 2024.

Born on August 5, 1952. Passed away July 14, 2024.

Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital, Traralgon, on July 14th, 2024, aged 71 years.

Loved and Loving husband of Dianne for 51 years.

Much loved dad of Narelle and Brian.

Adored Pop to Josh, Tahlia, Jacob, Tobias and Elijah.

You lived for your family and will remain forever in our hearts.

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 437a Princes Drive, MorwellView Map
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mr. Bernie John Vizard will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 437a Princes Drive, Morwell on MONDAY (July 22nd, 2024) commencing at 1.30pm.

Family would appreciate if Latrobe Cricket Club players and supporters could wear club colours and form a guard of honour at the conclusion of the service.

Bernie's service will also be livestreamed.

To view the livestream, please click here.
Tributes
  1. My President my mate, Latrobe cricket & Cowwarr football I have great memories playing with you & of course a beer afterwards, you were a true leader & your courage shown in your sport carried on with your battle for 20 years,condolences to Dianne & family, love Kevin & Leanne Moulden.

    Kevin Moulden July 16, 2024
  2. Dearly loved brother in law of Robert and Denise Mackay, loved uncle and godfather of Steven, Heather and Belinda loved uncle of there partners Nicole, Mark and Chris and loved great uncle of Cody, Luke, Zoe, Gemma and Thomas.
    You fought a hard battle Bernie and you are know finally at peace, wonderful memories.

    Denise Mackay July 16, 2024
  3. Condolences to Dianne, Narelle and Brian and all the Vizard family on the passing of your husband father and grandfather Bernie. Happily remembered from all the good days at the Football in the North Gippsland league and following the under 18’s at Morwell.

    Louise, Graeme, Jodie, Rob and Adam Morley

    Graeme Morley July 16, 2024
  4. To Dear Dianne and family
    May family and friends and the beautiful
    memories you have of Bernie comfort you
    all at this very sad time.
    A true gentleman now at peace
    Loving thoughts always
    Julie Ryan/Steven Sykes and the Ryan Family 🌹

    Julie Ryan July 16, 2024
  5. To Di and families. We are saddened to hear of Bernie’s passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a lovely man and will be missed. Love Frank Byrne and Wendy Anderson ❤️ xo

    Wendy Anderson July 16, 2024
  6. Bernie you fought so hard to stay with us you will be sadly missed rest in peace love to you all di loved brother in law to judith & bill uncle to Noel &, Kate great uncle to dylan blair hayden lisa Stephanie & natasha sleep peacefully GO CATS!!

    Judy tumney July 16, 2024
  7. To Dianne, Narelle and Brian and extended families, our thoughts and love are with you all at this difficult time. A long time friend of our family. The wonderful memories we have of Bernie will be with us always. We will miss you Bernie.
    Love from Heather (Fred) and David Eddy and family xx

    Heather & David Eddy July 16, 2024
  8. Condolences, to our dear friend Dianne, Narelle, Brian and grandchildren, also to the Vizard and Giddens families.
    What a fight you had Bernie, and to you Dianne you put your life on hold for a long time to care for Bernie, you are amazing 😍
    We lost a very dear friend, Bernie was a groomsman at our wedding 50 years ago and we are still like family,we are so grateful for your friendship,
    You will be truly missed by all the Giles family.
    This one’s from Gilsey.
    Bernie a mate for 60 years, you excelled in footy,cricket and life
    A true leader,admired and respected by all who knew you, a great team man,you were a true friend and Captain
    Will be so sadly missed.
    Vale Bernie Vizard, you fought so hard go PUSSIES 😂and RIP dear friend.

    Graeme, Gel Giles and Family

    Angelika and Graeme Giles July 16, 2024
  9. Bernie, our brother in law, uncle and great uncle you will be sadly missed. You fought so hard for so long, now it’s time for you to rest. The Giddens family were lucky to have you a part of our family, making many great memories over the years to cherish.
    Sending our deepest sympathy & love to Di, Narelle, Brian and the Vizard Family.
    Love Chris & Jeanie
    Craig, Charly & Archie
    Sonia, Bugsy, Zac, Sam & Chloe
    Marty, Harley & Ruby xx

    Chris Giddens July 16, 2024
  10. Condolences to Dianne, Narelle, Brian and all the Vizard family on your loss of Bernie.
    Great memories with you at Cowwarr in the 1970’s. We had some wonderful times on and off the footy field.
    Go SAINTS.

    Alan and Brenda Kanavan July 16, 2024
  11. Dear Di and family, so incredibly sad to hear of Bernie’s passing, our love and thoughts are with you all. Shirley, Ange, Kirsty, Clem and their families.
    RIP Bernie

    Shirley Scalzo July 17, 2024
  12. Condolences to Dianne and family at the loss of Bernie.Great bloke.
    Jim and Valda Durrant

    Jim Durrant July 17, 2024
  13. Condolences to you and your family Diane on the sad passing of Bernie. May he RIP free of pain.
    Margaret & Gary

    Margaret Wellsmore July 17, 2024
  14. Condolences to all Bernie’s family. Such a decent bloke and so courageous on and off the field. He is one of my great memories of Cowwarr Football Club and will be deeply missed.

    Scott Moulden July 17, 2024
  15. Deepest sympathy Di, Narelle, Brian and families you were an inspiration Di how to cared for Bernie all those years. Dearly loved brother in law of Alan and Mary Giddens, loved uncle of Mark and Sharlene, Chris, Jacqui and Trev, Michael and Kristy, loved Great uncle of Maya and Caleb, Aidan, Claudia and Reece, Miley, Ashlee and Lachlan, Amelia and Natalie. Bernie you will be sadly missed. Our dinners won’t be the same. Rest peacefully Bern GO CATS

    Mary Giddens July 17, 2024
  16. To Dianne and all the family we are saddened to hear of
    the passing of Bernie an old work mate and a great man taken to early rest in peace mate
    Marty and Glynis Bugeja

    Martin Bugeja July 17, 2024
  17. To Di , Narelle , & Brian, thinking of you all at this very sad time.
    RIP Bernie.

    Lou & Helen Mareska July 17, 2024
  18. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

    Lyn and Arthur Kennedy and family July 18, 2024
  19. Dear Bernie,
    Your journey is now over but what a wonderfully full life you have had. You have been an amazing person, so determined, brave and uncomplaining. .Always ready to listen and enjoy a good laugh.
    You have left behind a great legacy in all you have achieved, in your children and grandchildren, a job well done!

    To Dianne we thank you for your unwavering support and care you have given over the past 51years for our brother (uncle).
    If we had more people with your compassion and patience the world would truly be a better place.

    Love Peter, Isobel, Sarah, Aaron, Shea, Henry and Hugo

    Isobel and family July 18, 2024
  20. We shared some great times on and off the ground Viz.
    Not just a teammate, a great bloke.

    Our love and thoughts are with Di and all the family.

    R. I. P. Viz. 🔴⚪️⚫️

    Steve and Julie Cooper and family. xx

    Steve Cooper July 18, 2024
  21. Condolences to Dianne, Narelle, Brian and family.. Thinking of you at this very sad time. Bob and Sharon Scott

    Robert Scott July 19, 2024
  22. Thinking of you Dianne and family at this sad time. R.I.P.Bernie

    Bethany Row July 19, 2024
  23. So sorry for your loss ,we have such fond memories such a loving and friendly man R.IP Burney. thinking off you Diane and your family love Russ & Sylvia.

    Sylvia McDougall July 19, 2024
  24. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you Dianne and your Family during this sad time.
    There are no words for the legacy Bernie has left on us all.
    What an amazing person and what a remarkable life.

    Andrew, Olga, Darren and Shane Mackintosh

    Andrew Mackintosh July 21, 2024
  25. To dear Di Narelle & Brian
    Our deepest condolences to you.
    Berni sure knew how to win & fight this terrible illness so many times
    I’m sure Di had a lot to do with it .The care was amazing .
    All our Love . The Wright & Watson Family’s

    Ann Wright July 21, 2024
  26. Sending our sincerest and deepest condolences to Dianne, Narelle, Josh, Tahlia and Jacob. Sjaala, Hoppy, Sjenna, Indy in spirit and Kyan

    Sjaala July 22, 2024
  27. Bernie,
    My brother, my younger brother, always a character, a man with a mischievous smile. And throughout the long years of illness, uncomplaining and brave, just like the boy I knew, way back then.
    We lived our separate lives, travelled our own roads, but you were never forgotten, always loved.
    Our deepest condolences to Dianne, Narelle, Brian and all those in the family that we never met.

    Max and Gael Vizard July 22, 2024
  28. My condolences to the Vizard family, Bernie left an indelible mark on me from my secondary school days with him at Morwell Tech, a wonderful sense of fun, intelligence, and leadership in particular his skills (a family trait) with Aussie Rules. Warm Regards to all his extended family

    Terry Webster July 24, 2024