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Dr Bernard John MBE JP FORDE Ph.D.

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Bernard FORDE Obituary

FORDE, Dr Bernard John MBE, PhD, JP. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 11 October 2018, after a long illness, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue and the late Margot. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Timothy and Jo; Rachel and Ewan; and Lucy. Loved Granddad of Lauren, Anna, Jamie and Emily. A loved stepfather and step Granddad of Sue's family. A memorial service to celebrate Bernard's life will be held on Tuesday 16 October 2018 at 2 pm in the J A Russell Lounge, Level 4, Main Grandstand of the Central Energy Trust Arena (parking off Waldegrave Street). In lieu of flowers a donation to the Keebles Bush Trust, PO Box 1271, Palmerston North would be appreciated. Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Cook Street Nursing Care Centre for their loving care of Bernard. Messages can be sent to the Forde family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 13, 2018.

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Richard Macknight

October 16, 2018

Bernard was an impressive man. On behalf of the New Zealand Society of Plant BIologist, I gratefully acknowledge the contribution Bernard made to New Zealand plant science. He was a past president of our society and had the rare honour of being made a life member. Our thoughts are with his family.

Richard Macknight

October 16, 2018

Bernard was an impressive man. On behalf of the New Zealand Society of Plant Biologist, I would like to gratefully acknowledge his contribution to New Zealand plant science. He was past President of our society and had the rare honour of being made a life member. Our thoughts are with his family.

Julian Heyes

October 16, 2018

Grateful to have known Bernie as a founding member of what was then the New Zealand Society of Plant Physiologists. He was one of our few Life Members and leaves a strong legacy of support for his discipline. Loving thoughts to the family on your loss.

Robertq Schofield

October 15, 2018

To Sue and family, my sincerest condolences. I remember Bernard as a kind, well-considered and respectful person. My thoughts are with you.

Dennis Geddis

October 15, 2018

Sincere condolences to you Rachel, Ewan, Sue and families at this sad time. Many people throughout Palmerston North and Manawatu have benefited from the amazing work Bernard was involved in for the betterment of us all. We are very appreciative of the many years of voluntary commitment Bernard made, and we will always be grateful for his efforts. Our thoughts are with you all.

Kay Williams

October 13, 2018

Sincere condolences on the loss of your dad Rachel. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.

Dale Rosvall

October 13, 2018

To all Bernard's family, my heartfelt condolences. He was an amazing man! Thinking of you all. Love and best wishes from Dale.

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