Bernard Douglas Wigfall, 70, of Salisbury, Maryland departed this life on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at his residence. Born April 16, 1946, he was the son of the late Hanson V. Wigfall, Jr. and Sureda White-Wigfall.
He attended the Public Schools of Somerset County.
Bernard was well liked by family and friends, he had a profound affect on people he came in contact with. Bernard had this cute little smile about him, he was warm, loving, and had a caring spirit. He loved children even though he did not have any of his own.
Bernard struggled with illness for many years, but he fought the good fight and finished the race, and kept the faith. Bernard knew his time was nearing to leave his earthy tent; to be clothed with God’s heavenly tent. He didn’t mind waiting on the Lord. “God saw that the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb”, He said come on home Bernie, you are resting in my bosom. I imagine Bernard said, When I see Jesus, I’ll say Amen! His favorite scripture was Psalm 23 and his favorite hymns were O’ Happy Day and Precious Lord Take My Hand.
Bernard is survived by: one brother, Sherwood Wigfall (Virginia); one sister, Faye Wigfall-Williams; and a host other relatives and friends. In addition to his, parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Valerie Wigfall-Kellam.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Macedonia United Methodist Church in Dames Quarter, Maryland with a viewing one hour prior. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery.
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It was a privilege to work with Mr. Wigfall as an outreach worker. He was kind and thoughtful and fought a courageous battle, especially over the past several months. Prayers and condolences to his family. i am sure he will be missed. Let us find comfort that Mr. Wigfall has found his final resting place in the arms and Jesus and within His magnificent presence!
The death of a loved one is hard to bear. Please take comfort in knowing that your heavenly father understands your pain as he too experienced the death of his only son, Jesus Christ. Job 14: 14, 15 shows that God yearns to bring your dear loved one back to life. If you would like to know more about God’s promises, please visit the website jw.org. Please accept my heartfelt condolence for your loss.