A graveside funeral service for Bernard Lee Piper, age 54, of Newark, will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Kirkersville Cemetery with Pastor Casey Fenn officiating.Lee was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 16, 1960 to the late Walter and Carole R. (Morningstar) Piper. He passed away at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehab in Newark on March 17, 2015.Lee worked for Granville Lumber for 15 years and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his siblings, Bill, Larry and Patti; former wife, Bonnie; close friend, Scott; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.At Lees request, no calling hours will be observed.The Kirkersville home of Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service is honored to care for the Piper family.