Clair E. Bard

Clair E. Bard, 90, of Manheim, died peacefully on Sunday, May 28, 2017 at Oak Leaf Manor-North, Landisville. Born in Manheim, he was the son of the late Penrose and Margaret Shaffer Bard. Clair was the husband of the late Sylvia Balmer Bard who died in August of last year. For over 51 years Clair was employed for Fenner Drives, Manheim. He was a member of the East Fairview Church of the Brethren, Manheim, and the Manheim Sportsmen’s Association. Clair served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. His interests included: hunting, and collecting model tractors and trains. Clair always had a joke for all occasions, and everyone he met in life became his friend.

Surviving are four daughters: Kathleen A. Gerhart wife of Calvin “John” Stagner of Manheim, Lynn S. Bard of Kennewick, WA, Christine E. wife of Larry Lundstrom of Edna, TX, Sarah wife of Larry Ferro of Billings, MT, eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren a ninth great grandchild on the way, and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death is a grandson, a brother, the late P. Albert Bard, and a sister, the late Esther Sites.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Clair’s funeral service at the Buch Funeral Home, 21 Market Square, Manheim, on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM. There will be a viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday evening (TONIGHT) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with additional viewing on Thursday morning from10:00 AM until the time of the service. The family requests that attendees wear bright, colorful clothing. Interment will be in East Fairview Brethren Cemetery, Manheim. Please omit flowers. Those desiring may send contributions in Clair’s memory to the charity of one’s choice.