It is with a heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Bernd, the husband, best friend and great love of Karen on Thursday November 17, 2016.

An adventurous and fun loving person, Bernd always brought life to every gathering. His warm and generous spirit has left us with many wonderful memories and will be geratly missed. Also mourning his loss are his daughter Jaclyn Busse, father Karl, brother Wilf and sisters Renate Dickman and Karin Christopherakos (Spero) and father-in-law Fred Theuerkauf. Bernd was predeceased by his mother Gertrude Wilhelm and mother-in-law Elizabeth Theuerkauf. He will forever be missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and co-workers.

A private family service will be held in Toronto in January.