Bernadette Ross

Bernadette Ross (Bernie / Nanny) passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026 in her sleep at home with pride and dignity. She had just celebrated her 88th birthday on March 17. She was living in her apartment near Market Mall since August 2016 after Don passed away.

Bernie is survived by her five sons. Oldest son John Ross (65) Married to Wendy Linnell-Ross with their children Amanda (Matthew) and  Jesse (Janelle). Next born was Darren Ross married to Lois Ross Living in Canal Flat, BC.  Finally the Triplette's - one of life's little surprises - first out was Bradley Ross married to Chrystal with children Lauren, Cody, Maddison and Logan. Next was Bryan Ross with his son Maxwell. Last was Blair Ross married to Tanya Ross with their children Tyson and Nacallia. Bernie was also survived by her youngest brother Denis and wife Marlene Reinbold. All living close to her here in Saskatoon.

Bernie was born in Macklin SK on March 17, 1938 daughter to Balzer and Pauline Reinbold and was their 6th of 7 children. Their children included Isadore(Reiny), Leona, Eileen, Loretta, Jack, Bernadette, and Denis. They left Macklin 1943 and moved to North Battleford where they grew up and lived. Bernadette married Donald on April 27, 1957. They moved around a lot to follow Don's work which started in North Battleford, then to Prince Albert, Milk River AB, Medicine Hat AB, Saskatoon, Trail BC, then back to Saskatoon. Don retired at the age of 59 and they remained in Saskatoon. She spent most of her live as a stay home mom until later once the boys where old enough, she then worked at Simpson- Sears and McLeod's. After in 1992 she answered an ad, then worked as a Nanny for Dennis & Debra Quon helping to raise Elizabeth.  After she worked for Kelly Minisofer for a short time.

Bernie loved to cook and bake. The family favorite was "Rock Soup" it was always requested, this recipe was passed down from her mom and has made it down another generation. Other speciality included Sauerkraut and Nifla, Sheppard's Pie, Rice & Broccoli Casserole, and Spaghetti with meat balls. Not to forget all the cookies, cakes, pies, buns, and sweets. Nanny also loved to have visits from her sons, grandchildren, brother, nieces, nephews, and friends which always made her day. Bernie later in life enjoyed watching some sports on TV, especially her Toronto Blue Jays every day. She also loved watching curling and golf. NO Football though, she just didn't catch on.

Bernie kept in touch with brothers and sisters and they where always doing things together in the early years. Bernie was the one of the favorite aunts to her nieces and nephews because of her personality and cooking. Bernie made friends wherever Don's work took them. So, Bernie had friends from Saskatchewan to BC.

A private family graveside ceremony will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery.