Bernice A. Layne
elevated 13BZY December 20, 1933 – November 22, 2025
elevated 13BZY Visitation
elevated 13BZY Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 1:30 pm
Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation at Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4H 4Y8
elevated 13BZY Click here to view the Service live.
elevated 13BZY Interment
Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4H 4Y8
elevated 13BZY Obituary
elevated 13BZY It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, our matriarch, Bernice A. Layne. With her family by her side, Bernice passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
elevated 13BZY Bernice leaves behind her cherished children: Joseph, Joan, Yvonne, and son-in-law Louis. She was a devoted and loving grandmother to Craig, Randi, Bryan, Bianca, Marcus, and Andrée who is now reunited in heaven with Bernice. Proud great-grandmother to Jordan and Logan.
elevated 13BZY Bernice will be lovingly remembered by her extended family and friends in Canada, Jamaica, and England. Her kindness, strength, and unwavering love touched all who had the privilege of knowing her.
elevated 13BZY You are invited to share your loving memories and condolences with the family during our visitation and funeral service.
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So sorry to hear of Bernices passing. We have had the pleasure of meeting Bernice several times and her welcoming Spirit was a real comfort. I remember a special soup and amazing Christmas fruitcake ¨̮ I think of Bernice as a strong matriarch and the loving center of a close family. She has left a lasting impression on me and we hope her memory brings you comfort during this difficult time and always.
– Jen (Louis sister) Michael, Izaak and Alex.
Thanks Sis!
She’s another light in the spiritual world — watching over me, fighting for me, and guiding us all from the other side.
And I know, deep in my heart, that her spirit will continue to shine through our family — in our laughter, in our strength, in the way we keep showing up for one another. Rest now Munner. I love you
It’s unfortunate that I only got to know my aunt in her later years but the experiences I did have with her were very pleasant. She will be dearly missed.
I didn’t get to know her long but what I can say is that she was a beautiful person inside and out. She lit up every room she entered. She was also very kind. I will never forget everything she did for my mom when she was growing up . She will never be forgotten .
Truly sorry to hear about the passing of Bernice. I personally don’t think I’ve met her but I heard stories about her from my grandmother Gladys Jones- Marshall. She was a true gem walking on earth and she’ll be missed. Gone but never forgotten!
May she rest in peace.
Saddened to hear of Aunt Bernice’s passing. I know grandma Daisy was there to welcome her. Sending love to the family. She will be missed
Sorry to hear about the passing of Bernice
There are things death cannot touch and your love for her is one of them May the love of Christ comfort the immediate and extended family in this difficult time and bring you all peace
Rest in peace Aunt Bernice as you reunite with your loved ones that have gone on before.
Love always ❤️
My memories of Sister Bernice are vague as I was a young child on the occasions we met. Our recent meeting filled an empty space in my heart. I learned much about her through Yvonne and Bianca and feel quite fortunate.
Thanks for your kind words and support, Michael!