Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Bernie---Simply the BEST.
I gained much over the years from my association with this 'Renaissance Man'. I always treasured the conversations in his office, where Bernie had something intelligent and meaningful to say about any topic. He defined the word 'mensch'.
Each person that I speak to at the dental school about Bernie only has rave reviews to share. He loved teaching there and it showed. Fortunate that he was able to do what he loved right up until he couldn't.
Bernie had a wonderful attitude even in trying times. Shortly after his initial successful treatment, he said to me, "Terri--I've never met anyone who wasn't terminal".
And just 2 weeks ago when we spoke, that same sense of humor was still apparent when I asked him how he was feeling and he said, "Terri--if you have a choice between this and a hangnail--take the hangnail". I hope to carry his positive attitude and spirit with me.
I sure miss him already. The world is diminished by his loss. My sincerest condolences to his fabulous family that he was so proud of and so close to. He leaves a shining legacy.
