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(Retired) LCdr. Bernard Van Fleet
December 1, 1928 - May 5, 2014
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<div itemprop="description">VAN FLEET, Bernard J. &ldquo;Pete&rdquo; <br />LCdr. RCN (Retired) <br />Wednesday May 21, 2014 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of 61 years to Shirley. Loving Father of Christine (James), Christopher, Neale (Lee), and Phillip and Alexander. Proud grandfather of Kenneth, Thaine, Sadie (Andy), Neale (Raffi), Nathan and 5 great-grandchildren. Bernard led a varied life. He started work at the age of 12 during WWII for the war effort. After the unfortunate death of his father after the war he joined the RCN where he served in the Fleet Air Arm and then later as a surface officer and learned the values of dedication and loyalty which guided him the rest of his life. After his retirement from the Navy he worked in the civilian sector but his career revolved around projects like the Canadian Patrol Frigate Program, specifically ensuring Canadian companies and regions receiving industrial benefits from the project. During this time he also worked tirelessly on behalf of autistic children to get recognitions of the condition, a proper education and good living conditions. He ended his working career as a consultant. HIs personal credo was duty and honour, but above all else duty. Friends are invited to assemble at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery &amp; Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Ave. (east of Vanier Parkway) Ottawa, Friday May 30 after 2 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held in the National Military Cemetery of The Canadian Forces at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Autism Society of Ontario Ottawa Chapter, 211 Bronson Ave Ottawa, ON K1R 6H5 <br /> <br /></div>