I met Eli at OIART last year. Eli was one of the few people who made going to OIART consistently fun and enjoyable. He was always smiling and always had some good jokes on hand. I don’t know if there was a time that year I didn’t see him smiling and laughing. His positivity was something I greatly appreciated about him too, truly contagious.
Eli never stopped smiling, like I actually can’t remember a single moment where he didn’t have that goofy grin plastered across his face. I think everyone at OIART can agree that no matter who you were - friend, classmate or acquaintance - one thing we will all remember is that smile that would light up every room. I hope that this lasting, collective memory of him brings his family comfort.
Eli was as fun as he was boisterous. You always knew he was in a room because the volume levels would rise a decibel or two. An absolute delight to be around and an amazing friend who I almost always saw smiling. One of the most genuine compliments I got came from him, where in passing he said I “…was one of the funniest people he’s ever met”. I wish he had the opportunity to meet himself. To say he will be missed is an understatement. This news is heartbreaking. Condolences to the Eli’s family. He will be remembered as a fun, jovial guy.
The news struck me. I met Eli at OIART and I was so lucky to have met him. He had so much humor, yet so much depth and kindness underneath that. He was one of the people that made my experience at OIART unforgettable, and I know the same rings true for many others. I give my deepest condolences to his family.
We were lucky to have you as part of the OIART family, Eli. Passionate about audio and masterful at Tetris. Lucky to have you as a friend and proud to carry your memory with me.
Sending my deepest condolences to Eli’s family and friends in PEI. I met Eli at OIART. He was such a joy to work with. He had such a passion for audio and was a beacon of positivity wherever he went. He was the kind of person you were always excited to see on a job, because you knew it was going to be a great day. Eli left a big impact on all of us at school. He spoke about how much he loved his family and friends back home in PEI, and how important they were to him. We are thinking of you here in Ontario and remembering Eli with great fondness.
my deepest condolences to Eli’s family… Eli was always a kind soul whom i had met at OIART and was always a person willing to help. This is heartbreaking
On behalf of Mike and Brian and Karl we send our deepest condolences to Janice and the family on the tragic loss of your beloved Eli. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
I had the pleasure of teaching Eli when he was a band student at Stonepark. He had an infectious smile and he radiated positivity. He brought so much joy to the classroom. Ava, I am so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. He was such a wonderful young man and I know he will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Janice,
My deepest condolences to you Gabriel and Ava.
Eli was such a cheerful young man and always a pleasure to be around.
Find comfort knowing he is at peace forever.
Thinking of you and the family.
I only met Eli once on a trip to PEI to play a show. The band and myself were all impressed by his work and how easy going and positive he was. He left a lasting impression on all of us despite only meeting him one day. I'm so sorry for everyone going through this loss. Please accept my condolences to his friends and family.
Janice, we are so sorry to hear about Eli. When we visited the island the summers of 2017/2018, he was a lovely, kind boy. We enjoyed his company very much. Our sympathies to your family. Donna & Chris Menary and family.
Eli was one of the two friends I've known since day one of school, way back in kindergarten. I'm proud to say we were friends for well over 15 years. He inspired me to work with computer tech, he later introduced me to the world of music production, and he really opened up avenues in my world that otherwise I may never have followed. In all my time knowing him, he was always an upbeat and relaxed friend, who really got in the zone for what he was passionate about. Forever and always, a piece of him will be in my heart. I'll miss him bad, but I know he's always gonna be right by my side for my life's journey as well. I can't possibly describe in just a few paragraphs how honored I am to have had him in my life for so long.
I don't have a whole lot of photos with Eli, just some of him. But the one I do have of us together, courtesy of our friend Nicholas, is of our Stonepark Graduation over the 2020 lockdown. We got to stand as three beneath the archway... Or well, most of us were above it! We were all pretty tall even back then. Got a picture of him from 2019 Halloween with us as well, and I also have a photo of a bunch of us more recently at Beer Garden, when we all went out after Mango Fest 2, which Eli did the sound operation for!
My condolences to every member of the family, I'll always have them in my thoughts and wish the best for them. Growing up, Eli's home always felt like a second home to me, and it always will.
I knew Eli through middle school and highschool and really respected him as someone who wasnt afraid to admit when he was wrong and grow as a person which was so impresive when we were all so young.
I ran into him on January 10th where he was doing the sound for a show that was going on at Beaconsfield. When he saw me he smiled and came over and was genuinely excited to see me and to talk about how our lives were going and what we had been up to since highschool. He was such a positive person to be around and even just that short conversation with him made me feel lifted up.
I am so sorry for everyone dealing with this substantial loss. Eli was truly a becon of light and he will be missed. I send all my love to everyone in his life.
I had the fortunate pleasure of working with Eli twice this year as an artist and him the sound engineer, and just from those two meetings he left a big positive impression of a truly kind hearted , easy going but hardworking person. Please accept my sincere condolences to his close friends and family.
My most sincere condolences to Eli's family. He was an amazing young man and an amazing friend. Any time i felt stressed about homework he would always answer the phone and walk me through it. He worked so hard and I sincerely hope he now gets the rest and the peace he deserves.
Dear the Bernard family, we wanted to give you our deepest sympathies. Eli was such a kind person, and truly welcomed his distant relatives with a huge heart and a smile. We are so sorry for this devastating loss.
My sincere condolences to his family. My heartfelt condolences to you all my heart goes out to you all. I worked that accident that morning. My heart is with you all. May he rest peacefully
So many great photos and loving memories, but this is one of my favorites. It is an “oldie.” Walking on the beach and I glanced over and Eli was reaching for Anthony’s hand. You can see the love in his eyes. Those beautiful caring eyes. Anthony has many amazing memories with our cousins at our PEI home. Eli has always been kind, caring and considerate. Always looking out for his family and friends. You hold a very special place in our hearts and always will.
Love You❤️
We spend many mornings and afternoons together as kids, Eli always had a smile on his face and was ready to play every game and dive into any adventure. He was kind, funny and full of imagination. I'll always remember our times together, I send my condolences to all Eli's family and friends.
Eli, thank you so much for keeping in touch with me all these years, we didn’t get to hang out much once we both went to post secondary, but I am so proud of everything you did in your life. You always knew how to make someone laugh during the hardest times. My deepest condolences to your family & all friends.
Dear Bernard family our deepest sympathies to you all. May your loved one rest in peace. Such a tragedy for such a young family. May God guide all of you at this sad time.
ELI was a kind helpful sweet boy He was a pleasure to have around .I am so heart broken to hear this news . My condolences to his family and friends My prayers are you you all in this tragic time in your life God bless you all
Eli was always an incredible friend, and a great person. He always lit up a room, and his kindness made him an amazing person to be around. My heart goes out to all of his family struggling with this loss
While I don't have many pictures, this one always made me laugh looking back on it. Lots of love to all of his family
Eli was always such a bright and creative person. From when I met him in Kindergarden, till our last conversation, he never failed to keep spirits high, give people a good laugh and stay true to himself. He will be missed by so many, and I am forever thankful that I was able to grow up with such an amazing person. Enjoy this lovely photo he left on my phone when we finished Grade 6 that always makes me laugh. Rest in peace Eli.
Eli was a beacon of light in all of our lives. Wherever he went, he carried an infectious positivity that was impossible to shake. He was so passionate in everything that he did, and he accomplished so much. I will never forget the impact Eli had on my life, he’ll always be my brother. Bless all of your hearts, I love all of you.
