Bernard Darpel

August 8, 1917 - February 13, 2015

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Bernard “Bernie” J. Darpel, 97, of Cincinnati, OH, formerly of Covington, KY, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2015 at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. He was a retired school teacher for the Cincinnati Public School System. He was a member of St. Mary’s Parish in Hyde Park, Ohio, an alumni of Xavier University, a member of Hyde Park Senior Center and the Hamilton County Anglers, an avid sports fan and enjoyed gardening and playing golf. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy “Dot” F. Cleves Darpel. Bernie is survived by a son: Rick (Kate) Darpel; seven daughters: Paula (Kenny) Cole, Elaine Bennett, Lois (Bruce) Johnson, Janet Darpel, Anita Koebbe, Jill (Dean) Campeotto and Nancy (Jim) Rapp; four brothers: Larry Darpel, Bob Darpel, Charlie Darpel and George Darpel; three sisters: Helen Hurm, Anna Mae Hammons and Margie Duncan; 26 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be at St. Agnes Church, 1680 Dixie Highway, Ft. Wright, KY 41011 on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 from 10:30 a.m. until time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Mother of God Cemetery, Ft. Wright, KY. Memorials are suggested to: Hyde Park Senior Center, 2800 Erie Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45208 and or St. Charles Community Lodge, 600 Farrell Drive, Covington, KY 41011. Online condolences may be expressed at www.connleybrothersfuneralhome.com.



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Lynne and Jack Provenzano & family - Feb 18, 2015

Dearest Jill and the entire Darpel family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of such a wonderful father. Take comfort knowing there is another guardian angel watching over you from heaven.

Dennis & Sherry Hurm - Feb 18, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. So many thoughts are with each of you now. These words of deepest sympathy are sent with hope that as time goes by, cherished memories will help bring inner peace, and make Uncle Bernie seem still very close to you. The memories that meant the most, will live forever in your hearts. He had such a young spirit and always that happy smile! Most of all, Uncle Bernie taught us to live life to its fullest. Love and prayers, Dennis & Sherry Hurm

Diana and Vince DeVol - Feb 17, 2015

We knew Bernie and Dot from St.Mary’s Parish when we were both raising a family. Wonderful people. So sorry about your loss. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Diana and Vince DeVol - Feb 17, 2015

We knew Bernie and Dot from St.Mary’s Parish when we were both raising a family. Wonderful people. So sorry about your loss. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Linda Klump - Feb 17, 2015

Your parents were wonderful back-yard neighbors to us in their Shady Lane home where you grew up. My condolences on your loss.

Cindy Daly - Feb 17, 2015

Rick & Kate – so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God comfort you at this time of loss.
Love Cindy

Bob Hurm Family - Feb 16, 2015

Aunt Dot,
Uncle Bernie was a wonderful uncle and I have fond memories of going to your home in Hyde Park and going to the public pool with the cousins and Uncle Bernie grilling out serving me my favorite burnt hotdogs. Our heartfelt wishes to you and all the Darpel family. You are in our hearts and prayers.

Margie Duncan - Feb 15, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to my nieces and nephew. I know it’s hard to lose your sweet father. I miss him also, but I know he is at peace. May The Good Lord comfort you as you mourn over your loss. God Bless each of you.
Love and prayers, Aunt Margie and Uncle Mick

Harry Birch - Feb 15, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my uncle Bernie, I wish you all the very best. I am unable to attend the services as my wife had a stroke and is bed ridden.
Regards,
Harry Birch

Robyn Pope - Feb 15, 2015

Dear Paula , I am so sorry to hear about your dad! All of you took such great care of him.He has been so blessed by his children.It is never easy to loose them no matter at what age.He is now in the arms of God with your mom.I am sure he has a lot of great friends up there! God Bless and I will talk to you soon. Robyn,Bob and Kyle

Karen & Paul Rook - Feb 15, 2015

Prayer’s for your family in this time of need. Nancy your dad was a funny man and now he is with your mom in heaven.

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