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Mr. Vidya Sagar Bhardwaj was an English teacher at St. Clair Secondary School where he taught for 22 years. It is with deep sadness to share with you his peaceful passing on Wednesday, October 14th, 2009, at Bluewater Health, Sarnia.

Beloved husband of the late Indra Bhardwaj (August 2009).

Loving father of Dr. Shelley Bhardwaj and her husband Dr. Jagjeet Chahal and Shirona McLean and her husband Paul Roderick.

Cherished grandfather of Aiden McLean, Kabir and Ameer Chahal.

Predeceased by his parents Sariaram and Bhajwanti Bhardwaj.

Sagar was a dedicated and committed Canadian Educationist who held Degrees and Diplomas from four continents and five countries including India, Kenya, U.K., Canada and U.S.A. He had a B.A.[Honours] and Bachelor of Teaching from The University of E. Punjab, India, and an M.A. [English] from the Internal University of East Africa and External University of London, U.K. He also held a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the Institute of Education, University of London, England and a Master of Education from the University of Wayne State in Michigan, U.S.A.

He also held three teaching certificates over the years: Diploma in Specialist Teaching of English, Certificate in Leadership in Education and Certificate in Modern Trends in Education and Educational Administration.

Mr. Bhardwaj was exceptionally passionate about his educational workshops and seminars conducted world-wide, and in 1990, he received The Mayor's Honours Award for his "Dedicated Work for the Community Youths."

In ever-loving memory. Deeply missed by family and friends. May he be free and rest in peace with his beloved wife, Indra.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, October 26, 2009 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Sarnia. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. following visitation at Smith Funeral Home, Sarnia

Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Alzheimer Society. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca

Visitation: Family and friends will be received on Monday, October 26, 2009 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.

Service: A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. following visitation at Smith Funeral Home, Sarnia.

Donations: Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Alzheimer Society.

Condolences:
Judy Tuck (nee Hibberd) wrote on October 18, 2009, 9:54 am
I was very sad to see Mr. Bhardwaj's obituary notice in the London Free Press. I attended St. Clair high school during the 70s, and Mr. Bhardwaj was my grade 10 English teacher. I remember him as a very calm, kind person who obviously cared very much about his students and his subject. He made our study of "Macbeth" and "Lord of the Flies" very enjoyable, and he certainly helped inspire in me a lifelong love of reading and of English literature. I am very sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Judy Tuck

Lisa Carter wrote on October 19, 2009, 11:47 am
I too attended St.Clair Secondary School and Mr. Bhardwaj was my English teacher in '76 and '77. He fostered a love of reading and tried to instill in his pupils an appreciation for our education that we took for granted. I can still quote him more than 30 years later; how many teachers can say that? I am sorry for your loss; I hope it is comforting to know that he influenced many in his years of teaching.

Brian Bradley wrote on October 26, 2009, 2:31 pm
Me deepest sympathies on your father's passing. Take Care Brian & Lyna