Bernard (Bernie) Shapiro

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Chapel Service
Shiva: Sunday, April 21, 2024 to
Monday, April 22, 2024

Shiva at his home.
Shiva Details:
Shiva Hours: Sunday until 9:00 p.m., services at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday evening.

Cemetery: Eternal Gardens Cemetery
Donations:
Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Bernard and Betty Shapiro Endowment Fund” c/o Shaare Zion Congregation, (514) 481-7727.

Notes:
If you are unable to attend the funeral service in person, you may join it virtually on Sunday, April 21 at 1:00 p.m.: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI44-JAG5dCDIjw49YmbZig/lives


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Howard Friedman & Andrea Gerson - 4 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeffrey, Billy and Families, We are very sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Our families would often walk out together from Shaare Zion after the High Holiday service and catch up. He provided great leadership to the shul. May you be comforted by many wonderful memories. Howard & Andrea

Marni and Mitchell Goldstein - 6 days ago

Dear Billy, SamanTH, Brian and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father and grandfather. We are thinking of you at this sad time.

Donna Copelovitch - 7 days ago

Dear Debi and Jeff and the entire family. We are so sorry for your loss. I hope your cherished memories give you strength during these difficult times. Warm regards, Donna and Stuart

Jaclyn Saks - 7 days ago

Dear Ilana and family, I’m so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences. .

Robin Schwartz - 9 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debbie and family. Sending our condolences on the loss of your father. Robin & Douglas

Lillian Vineberg-Goodman - 9 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary and Cheryl, Sue and Marvin, Morris joins me sending our sympathy to you on the loss of Bernie. We are thinking of you all.

Dynapompe Inc - 9 days ago

To all the Shapiro family, we are deeply sadden by this news. Our thoughts are with you. Mr. Shapiro was a great and generous man. He lives on in our hearts. Our deepest sympathy to all the family and friends. The team at Dynapompe Inc.

Geoffrey Ungar - 10 days ago

My condolences to the Shapiro family on your loss. Hoping that your fond memories will serve to comfort you through this difficult time.

Gale Yanofsky-Wiseman - 10 days ago

Our deepest condolences to the entire Shapiro Family. We hope that years of beautiful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with all of you. Gale and Lorne

Frank Maselli - 10 days ago

My deepest condolences to the entire Shapiro family. Sorry to hear about your loss and my thoughts are with you during this time.

gary davis - 10 days ago

Betty, Gary, Jefferey and the whole family, I extend my deepest condolences on Bernie's passing. He was a fixture as a Shaare Zion parent and shul member. I remember fondly his smiling face and warm welcome each time I saw him. Wishing you strength in this time of sorrow.

Steve Williams - 10 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey and Families, Very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Steve Williams

Israel Bonds Montreal - 10 days ago

To the family of the late Bernard Shapiro, On behalf of the staff and management of Israel Bonds, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Bernard. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May your memories give you comfort and may you be spared further sorrow. With our deepest sympathy, Israel Bonds/Canada-Israel Securities, Ltd.

Cheryl Rozovsky - 10 days ago

Dear Billy and family, Please accept my condolences for the loss of your dear father.

Hannah & El;îlot Levine - 10 days ago

Dear Betty and family, So sorry for the loss of Bernie. He was a truly great human being. May his memory be a blessing to all. Hannah & Elliot.

Sheila and Steve Altro - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family. We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Bernie Our deepest sympathies and condolences Sheila and Steve

Ruthie Feinstein - 11 days ago

Dearest Betty & family, barry and I would like to express our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Bernie. He was truly a well-respected patriarch of your family, the synagogue,and the company he founded. His passing is a huge loss for our community. We are thinking of you, Ruthie and Barry Feinstein

Renee and Daniel Sigler - 11 days ago

Dear Debi & Jeff and the rest of the Shapiro families, Sorry to hear about the loss of your dear father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Please accept our sincere condolences. May you cherish all the memories you shared together. Fondly, Renee & Daniel

Barbara & Jack Rosenthal - 11 days ago

Dear Sue, Marvin. and family, We extend out sympathies to you on your loss. We know what a close and devoted family you are, and as such your memories will certainly help to comfort you. Barbara & Jack Rosenthal

Evie and sass khazzam - 11 days ago

Dear Shapiro family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Bernie. Our thoughts are with you

Sandy Cobrin - 11 days ago

Dear Gary ,Cheryl and family. My deepest condolences on your loss.

Joanne and Morty Caron - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and familly, Morty and I were saddened to hear that the patriarch of your family has passed. We extend our sincere condolences and hope your wonderful memories provide you comfort at this time.

Felicia and Andrew Gertler - 11 days ago

Felicia and I wish to extend our sincerest condolences to the Shapiro family on the passing of your father. Perhaps, it will serve as some consolation to know that many people are thinking of you during these trying times. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Our thoughts are with you.

David Eisenberg (Prime) - 11 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. May his memory comfort you through these difficult times.

Elana Green - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family I was very saddened to hear of Bernie’s passing my deepest sympathy to you and your family Elana .

Helene Langburt - 11 days ago

I have been employed at the company you founded for over 30 years. I remember you as a gentleman with a great sense of humor, laughing wit your 3 sons, coming diligently to the office every day with a big smile on your face, happy to chat with us. May you rest in peace. My condolences to your beautiful wife and your loving family. My husband Kenny joins me to extend his condolences too.

Janine Feinberg - 11 days ago

Our deepest sympathies to all your family. Bernie was a wonderful man loved by everyone. May he rest in piece.

Madeleine Ritz - 11 days ago

Dear Betty,My heartfelt sympathy on your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Peggy and Simon Zrihen - 11 days ago

Dear Debi, Jeff, Danielle, Laurie and family Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your dear father, grandfather and great grandfather. May he rest in peace. Sincerely Peggy and Simon Zrihen

Mish Granik - 11 days ago

Susan and Stan Rozansky - 11 days ago

Dear Debi, Jeff, Danielle, Laurie and Family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved father and grandfather Bernie. May your beloved memories bring you peace during this very difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Heidi Zackon - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and family, We send our sincere condolences to you all. May your memories continue to be a source of strength and comfort you through the days ahead. Heidi and Ron Aberback

Naomi Gross - 11 days ago

Dear Betty I was very sad to hear of Bernie’s passing. My sympathy goes to you and your family. Naomi

Terry Sheiner - 11 days ago

Dear Betty Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your dear husband You have been by each others’ side for so many wonderful years. Cherish the memories.

Bunny Berke & Larry Lusko - 11 days ago

Dear Gary & Jeffrey & family, Sincere condolences on your loss. Best, Bunny Berke & Larry Lusko

Susan and Josh Applebaum - 11 days ago

To the immediate and extended Shapiro Family , Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your patriarch. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. May the memories you cherish offer you strength during this difficult time

Sheldon Berenbaum - 11 days ago

Dear Gary and Cheryl, We extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and all the Shapiro family. May your family be spared further sorrow. Respectfully, Sheldon & Evelyn Berenbaum

Karine/Vartan - 11 days ago

Our deepest condolences to all Bernard Shapiro family, Good bless his soul rest in peace.

Lucy and Stewart Shapiro - 11 days ago

Our most sincere condolences on your loss. May you always have your fond memories to sustain you.

Rhonda and Laurence Friedman - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and family, We send our most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. May memories you hold dear help you through this difficult time.

Lia & Dan Solomon - 11 days ago

Our deepest condolences to all Shapiro Family

Albert Aaron - 11 days ago

Dear Gary and family, our deepest sympathies go out to you at this difficult and sad time. Albert and Mona Aaron

David Muhlstock - 11 days ago

My sincerest condolences to the entire Shapiro family. I know his memory will be a blessing.

Barbara Davidow Weiss - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family, I was very saddened to hear of the loss of a special man. Bernie was warm, kind, compassionate, and especially helpful to me when I met him as a teenager working summers at Consumers Metal. May you know no further sorrow.

Irwin and Rhona Kramer - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and Family We send our most heartfelt and sincere sympathy to you all. Bernie was warm and kind and we will always remember him with great fondness.Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Rhona and Irwin

Beverly and Norman Cohrn - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family, our condolences on the passing of your beloved Bernie. May you cherish all the wonderful memories of a life time together. Sincerely Beverly and Norman

Joanne and Robert Libman - 11 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey, Billy and the entire family, Our sincerest condolences. May you all be comforted with wonderful memories of your father and a life well lived.

Dr and Mrs Norman Fox - 11 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey and the Shapiro family. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. May all his life cherished memories be a source of strength going forward at this difficult time. BDH. Odette and Norman Fox

Cheryl and Sam Abrams - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff and Debi and the entire family Sam and I send you our deepest sympathies and wish you strength during this very difficult time. We didn’t know your father well but he sounds like quite a special person. Jeff, I know how proud your father must have been having you as his son. You were completely devoted and he was very lucky to have you.

Anne Perlman - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family, Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your husband, Bernard. May your special memories at this difficult time, be a comfort and a blessing. Anne Gabe Perlman.

mark hubscher - 11 days ago

Betty, Gary, Jeffrey and Billy. So many memories of our families time together. You are in our prayers as you go through the healing process. May Bernie's memories be a blessing. Mark and Chris Hubscher

Sandy and Joey Schreter - 11 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeff , Debi and family Wishing you all our deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved father. May you always cherish all your beautiful memories. Sincerely Sandy and Joey

Lawrence Young - 11 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey, and family, I was saddened to read today about the passing of your beloved father Bernie. Although I never met him, he must have been one very special man to have raised two wonderful sons like you. May you and your family be spared from further sorrow, and may you find comfort in everlasting memories of happy times spent together with your Dad. Sincerely, Lawrence.

Elly gross - 11 days ago

To Betty and all those who love Bernie- our deepest condolences on your very great loss. May al your wonderful memories sustain you at this difficult time. Fondly

Fran and Stan Sager - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and Family. please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful husband Bernie.

Faygie, Donna & Joel Milgram - 11 days ago

Dear Shapiro Families, Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the passing of"Uncle Bernie". A Great friend to all of the Milgram Family that words cannot express. May your memories be a long-lasting tribute. Donna, Joel and Faygie

Jane and Larry Plotnick - 11 days ago

Gary, Cheryl, and the entire family. Our most sincere condolences. We know that it is so very difficult to lose someone so close, especially a father and irrespective of his 98 years. We are certain that he will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him as they are with us always in heart and spirit. May his memories remain timeless treasures of the heart. Our compassion and sympathy go out to the entire family.

Doreen Kerner - 11 days ago

Dear Billy and Shapiro family, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Bernie.

Alan and Gloria Maislin - 11 days ago

Dear Gary, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this time.

Philip Greenberg - 11 days ago

Sincere condolences, Gary and family. I am sure that you have many inspiring memories of your dad as I do of mine. May you be comforted with all of the mourners of Zion and Israel. Philip

Evelyn Shrier - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and Shapiro Family: I was very saddened to read of your great loss of Bernie... please accept my deepest sympathy and my profound condolence... I wish all Long Life filled with good health and loving memories to share together... ~E~

Donna Laing - 11 days ago

Jeff, Debbie and family. My condolences on the loss of tour father

Warren Gornitsky - 11 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeff,Debbie and Shapiro family My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father,father in law and grandfather. You were so fortunate to have him in your lives for so long. Cherish all the wonderful memories during this difficult time Warren Gornitsky

Donna Laing - 11 days ago

Jeff, Debbie and my family. My condolences on the loss of your farher

Carl Frymel - 11 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family, Our deepest condolences on your loss. Thinking of you at this time. June and Carl

Mike O'HANA - 11 days ago

Dear Shapiro family, my condolences on your loss. may his soul rest in peace. BDH

Betty Citrin - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and Families, Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Beloved Husband Bernie. Betty and Malcolm Citrin

Issie Hefter - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and families. We are very sorry to hear this news. We are thinking of you, and wish you are most sincere condolences. Debbie and Issie.

Mark and Judy Bercuvitz - 11 days ago

Dear Betty and family, Judy and I want to extend our sincere condolences. May Bernie's life of memories be a blessing.A nice guy in a really wonderful family.We wish the same long life to all of you. Fondly, Mark

Estelle and steve tauben - 11 days ago

Dear Jeff and Debi and family Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved father Bernie. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Estelle and steve

Larry Berlin - 12 days ago

Dear Gary and family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. May you be comforted with your sweet memories. Best regards, Larry Berlin

Nancy Posel - 12 days ago

I cannot remember not knowing you and Bernie. My sincerest condolences. I am not in Montréal but you will be in ky thoughts tomorrow. Nancy

Eileen and Neil Dick - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff and Debi, Sending you our deepest sympathies on your great loss. Cherish all of the wonderful memories that you shared together and hope that they bring comfort to you. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Allen Nutik, Kingston, Ontario - 12 days ago

To Betty & the whole Shapiro Family With deepest Sympathy and profound thoughts... Gradinger & Nutik Families

Lila Bronstein - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Our sincere condolences on your great loss. May all your wonderful memories comfort you at this sad time. Very fondly. Lila @ Arthur

Joy & Steven Lawee - 12 days ago

Dear Mrs. Shapiro, Jeff, Debbie, and all the family, Steven and I extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grand father and great grandfather. We hope that the many memories you shared will comfort you at this sad time. With our sympathy, Joy & Steven Lawee

Louis Grossbaum - 12 days ago

Dear Gary and Family, I wish to express my deepest sympathies to all of you on the loss of your beloved father. An extremely nice quiet man and friendly whenever we met either at the Y or in Boca West. May all the fond family memories you have help comfort you through these difficult times and may the family be spared of further sorrow

Louis Grossbaum - 12 days ago

Phyllis and Harold Eise - 12 days ago

To the entire Shapiro family, We are so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. He will surely be missed every time we turn around in Shul. He was a very special man who was respected by all who were lucky enough to know him. We just want you to know we are thinking of you at such a sad time. With great sympathy, Phyllis and Harold

Nicole & Leon Assayag - 12 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey, Billy, and Family, Sincere condolences on the loss of your father. May all your cherished memories be a source of comfort and blessings and may you be spared further sorrow. BDH

Ryan Sanft - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family, Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I hold cherished memories of Bernie, whose presence enriched the lives of those around him. May the multitude of memories you have comfort you, and may you know no further sorrow. Regrettably, I am unable to attend the funeral as I am currently in Los Angeles. With deepest sympathy, Ryan

Elynn Grundman - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeffrey , Billie,& Family, I was so saddened to read of Bernie’s passing. Betty, you hold a special place in my heart. May Bernie’s memory always be a source of comfort to you and your loved ones…Warmly, Elynn

Sharon and Saul Frenkiel - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family. We extend our deepest sympathies on the passing of Bernie, your family patriarch. Sharon and Saul

Ricky & Jack Trottenberg - 12 days ago

To the Shapiro family, We extend our deepest condolences on the loss of Bernie a TRUE MENSCH! May all the fond and wonderful memories you shared comfort you through this difficult time and may you know of no further sorrow. I am grateful for all the years I shared with Bernie while at Share Zion. May the Lord comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Ricky and Jack Trottenberg

Sandy Stein - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary and family My sympathy and condolences to you and your family on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather.

Karen & Ron Presner - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family. So many wonderful memories came to mind when we heard of Bernie’s passing. May your years of memories be a blessing.

Barbara Knobovitch - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and Family, My sincere condolences to you on the loss of Bernie. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Barbara Knobovitch

Judy Cohen - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and Family Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear husband . Judy and Eli Cohen

Houmam Nashar - 12 days ago

My deepest condolences to the family of a unique person, a legend. May he rest in peace.

Linda and David Rosenblatt - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and family, We want to extend our most sincere condolences on Bernie’s death. It is hard to imagine a simcha or a holiday in Shaare Zion in his absence. He lived a full life and accomplished a great deal in both business and in service to our community. He leaves a lasting legacy. May you all be spared further sorrow and gain comfort from your many shared memories. Love, Linda and David

Sema Schreiber & Larry Rudner - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and family. We are so sad to hear of Bernie’s passing. We wish that the wonderful family times that you created will provide you with warm memories at this time. Love, Sema & Larry

Morris Rudnitsky - 12 days ago

Dear Family Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Morris Rudnitsky

Danny and Elana Steinberg - 12 days ago

Dear Billy, Gary, Jeffrey and the entire Shapiro Family, Elana and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Your dad was truly a wonderful man, and in my mind, he will always be a fixture in shul and in the neighborhood. Danny

Robert Presser - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family, Sandie and I are very sorry to learn of your loss. We are thinking of you at this difficult time and hope that the love and support of those around you will provide you with comfort.

Bernard GRANT - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss of Bernie. May he rest in peace. Bernard

Francine & Gary Glassman - 12 days ago

Billy, we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences .

Marilyn Biber & Marc Zidel - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi, Gary, Cheryl & family, Out sincere condolences on your loss. May all your good memories be a source of support and inspiration during this difficult time. We wish you strength and long life. Marilyn & Marc

Jodi & Leon Krantzberg - 12 days ago

Gary & family, Please accept our condolences on the loss of your father , husband, grandfather and father in law.We hope your fond memories will be a source of comfort during these difficult times. Stay strong... Jodi & Leon

Ralph Frank - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family,my condolences on your loss.may his soul rest in peace.

Gloria Bruner - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary and Shapiro family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Bernie. May your wonderful memories sustain you at this most difficult time. Gloria Bruner

Jeffrey Wagman - 12 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeff, Billy and Families, I would like to extend to your entire family my condolences on the unfortunate loss of your Father. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. May your memories make things somewhat easier.

Sheila & Gary Trestan - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and family So sorry for your loss, Sheila and I always looked forward being with you and Bernie at the get togethers at the Nadler house (ESTEREL) We miss those days. May his memory be a blessing. Sheila & Gary

Stephen Segal - 12 days ago

Dear Gary & Jeffrey, We were very sad to learn of the loss of your father, and wanted to offer you and the family our heartfelt condolences. Stephen & Lorena Segal

Cindy and Freddie Naimer - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Bernie. May your good memories console you during this difficult time. Cindy and Freddie

Rickie and Bernie Backman - 12 days ago

Dear Jeffrey and Family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Rickie and Bernie

Mona Cobrin - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debbie and the entire Shapiro family, Clarence and I send our condolences on the passing of Bernie. I have fond memories of your parents growing up as your backyard neighbour. May your cherish all of your wonderful memories. Our thoughts are with you. Fondly, Mona and Clarence

Sheldon Weiss - 12 days ago

Dear Mrs Shapiro, Gary, Jeff and Billy, I am very sad to read about the loss of Mr. Shapiro. I have many fond memories of my years growing up in your house. My sincere condolences to everyone. Love Sheldon

Maxine Sanders - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary and Shapiro family, I’m so sorry for your loss of your beloved Bernie. May all your wonderful memories comfort you at this very sad time. Fondly, Maxine

Marilyn Weiss - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and family, Leo and I send our sincerest condolences to you on the loss of your beloved Bernie. Cherish all the beautiful memories. May you know of no more sorrows. Fondly, Marilyn and Leo

Pam Litman - 12 days ago

Dear Gary & Families, Heartfelt condolences on your loss-May your fond memories bring comfort at this sad time-Pam

Bill and Doris Steinberg - 12 days ago

Dear Gary, Cheryl and families, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Bernard was a kind, generous and modest man, as well as, a leader in the community. Our sincere condolences to you. May you be spared further sorrows and may your numerous good memories be a comfort. Bill and Doris

Lynda Fried - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Please accept our condolences on the passing of Bernie. May his memory be a blessing to you and all your family. Lynda and Max and Laura Pesner

Danny Cobrin - 12 days ago

Dear Betty,Gary ,Jeffrey and Billy. All my sympathies on the passing of Bernie. I have fond memories of our back yard neighbour growing up. Your house was always a welcoming place. Bernie had a warmth about him that still resonates. I am sorry for your loss.

Rob Fainer - 12 days ago

Dear Gary: I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. While I never had the honour of knowing him, his reputation as an upstanding community man preceded him. May your father's echo live on in all who knew him and loved him, and may his memory be a blessing. I'm thinking of you during this difficult time. -- Rob

Barbara Victor - 12 days ago

Mrs. Shapiro and the entire Shapiro family: Harley and I send our sincere sympathies to you all. Rest assured that Bernie has left a very special legacy. Over the past 25 years, through the Bernard and Betty Shapiro Fami;y Lecture series, thousands of parents and families have had access to high calibre experts on children, parenting and life! May your family be spared further sorrows. With gratitude.

Nathan Goldman and Family - 12 days ago

Our sincere condolences on your loss. Bernie was my father's best friend when we were young. I'll always remember him as a soft spoken kind and loving man. May his memory be a blessing to you. Margie and Nathan

Barbara.victor2@outlook.com - 12 days ago

Shelli and Howard Schnider - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debbie and Family, we wish to extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your Father. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Shelli and Howard

Wendy& Michael Caplan - 12 days ago

Dear “Aunty” Betty, Gary, Jeffrey and Billy, Michael and I send our deepest sympathies on the passing of your wonderful husband and father. We have fondest memories of our parents’ gang and how supportive of each other you all were. Also we still remember the lovely dinner we had on our honeymoon in Maine at The Blue Strawberry with “Uncle” Bernie and “Aunty” Betty. Just some of our lifelong fond memories. With much love Wendy & Michael

Linda Kivenko - 12 days ago

To Betty and family, The Kivenko’s (of Cressy Road!) are saddened to hear of Bernie’s passing. Our wish for you is that the pain of this loss can be tempered with warm family memories. Our deepest sympathies to everyone.

Dominique McCaughey - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family The entire Ometz family is sending our deepest condolences on your loss. Bernard and Betty’s generous support over the years of our public lectures at the Shaare Zion have been seminal in making best practice information accessible to countless professionals and families in the community. May your lifetime of memories be a source of comfort, strength and peace.

Joni Milgram-Luterman - 12 days ago

Betty, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and Bernie and your whole family have been like family to us. So many great memories. May his memory be a blessing. Joni and Maynard Luterman

Chuck and Ruth Dixter - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeffrey and Billy, Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved Bernie. He was a man of integrity and respect. Bernie’s decades of dedication and service to Shaare Zion was the standard for us all. We are privileged to have served with him. May your lifetime of memories be a source of comfort. Chuck and Ruth

Edith Glickman - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and Shapiro Family My sincere sympathy to all. Edie Glickman

Marla Usheroff Small - 12 days ago

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Gloria & Rick Leckner - 12 days ago

Deepest sympathies to all. I remember Bernie as a fine, soft spoken gentleman who built an incredible enterprise in Guarteed Industries. Many fond memories for the family which will last a lifetime. May you know no further sorrow.

Barbara Laurie-Rosenthal - 12 days ago

Dearest Betty, and family, I offer my sincerest condolences to all of you. Betty and Bernie will always be a couple in my mind….my memories of Bernie go back for so many years.. may you all find comfort knowing that so many people cared for your parents and Bernie will be missed…keep the memories in your hearts…Sadly, Barbara

Carole and Stan Satov - 12 days ago

Dear Betty and family, our deepest condolences on the loss of beloved Bernie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

Heidi Fischel - 12 days ago

Dear Gary,Debi, Billy,Alyson, Jeffrey,Cheryl and family, Our deepest condolences on your dear father’s passing. How lucky you all were to have had such a wonderful person in your lives for this long. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved him! Our thoughts are with you! Heidi and Jeff

Julie Kristof - 12 days ago

Dear Gary and the entire Shapiro family. We have lost a leader in community who left a rich legacy. On behalf of my family, I extend our deepest condolences. Julie, Murray, Alex and Mimi

Lenny Lighter - 12 days ago

Dear Gary and family, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Bernie. May his memory be a blessing. Stephanie & Lenny

Bonnie Marcus - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family, So sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. Many fond memories of family friends that remain intertwined with generations. May your memories give you strength and courage in the days ahead. Bonnie and Jeff Marcus

Doreen Green - 12 days ago

Dear Gary and the entire Shapiro Family, My sympathies on the loss of your beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. May the memories be a comfort to you at this time. Baruch Dayan Ha'Emet. Doreen Green

Andrea Grief - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family, My deepest condolences on your loss. Although it’s been several years since I’ve lived in Montreal, my interactions with Bernie and Betty while I worked at Shaare Zion were always pleasant. Both Bernie and Betty, a pillar in the community and at Schul as well; a class act to say the least. May he rest in peace and his legacy live on in all who knew and loved him.

Bonnie Rosenberger Kitner - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and family, we’re so sorry for your great loss. Thinking of you and sending our condolences at this difficult time.

Joel Shalit - 12 days ago

Gary and Family - my deepest condolences on your loss. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing your dad, Gary, but if what they say about the Apple not falling far from the tree, he was undoubtedly a mentsch of the highest class. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Linda Perlman - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family. I am sorry to hear about Uncle Bernie. I will always think of him fondly - He was an incredible individual. Cherish your beautiful memories. Linda

Sheryl Leibner-Besner - 12 days ago

Dear Jeff, Debi and Family , Our Deepest sympathies are extended on the loss of your father, father in /law. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time . May all your wonderful memories surround you & your entire family Sheryl & Steve Besner

Teri Walderman - 12 days ago

Dear Debi & Jeff and The Shapiro Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much GGP meant to everyone. My heart goes out to you all. Sending my sincere condolences. May his memory be for a blessing Teri

Peggy and Earl Fixman - 12 days ago

Dear Dear Auntie Betty, Gary, Jeffrey, Billy and their families and extended family: I started writing this last night but I found I was too emotional. The last of the wonderful men of the “Myrna Nadler” group of women. Uncle Bernie, as we referred to him, who I have known all my life and being the eldest of all the friends children…that’s a long time…was a kind and gentle man who was loved and admired by many. We send our heartfelt condolences. Peggy and Earl

Gerald Bernstein - 12 days ago

Dear Shapiro family I started doing business with Bernie over 50 years ago and developed a very enjoyable relationship with him. He was a very honourable and reliable man and worked hard at passing this on to his sons. My sincere sympathy to all the family GJB

Joanne Laing - 12 days ago

My deepest sympathies to the whole Shapiro family on the loss of your loved patriarch, Bernie. May his memories guide you through this difficult time.

Lynn Harris - 12 days ago

Dear Gary, Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. Thinking of you, Lynn and Mark

Sheila and Herb Greenwald - 12 days ago

Dear Betty Gary Jeff Billy and family Our very deepest sympathies on your profound loss of a super patriarch We know his memory will keep you all together Long life All our warmest thoughts to you all Sheila and Herb

Shelley Epstein - 12 days ago

Dear Billy, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear Dad. May you find comfort in your beautiful memories with him. Shelley

Cheryl & Richie Feiden - 12 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeffrey, Billy, and the Entire Shapiro Family, We are sending our deepest sympathies to all of you on your monumental loss of Bernie. May all of your wonderful memories and the love of your beautiful family and friends help comfort you at this difficult time. Fondly, Cheryl & Richie

Barbara Novek - 13 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeff and Billy, My sincere sympathy to you and your entire family on the loss of your beloved Bernie. What a nice man! May his memory forever be a blessing .

Marvin Rosenbloom - 13 days ago

Dear Gary and Shapiro Family. You have a life time of memories stored in your mind. As you recall those times, your heart should feel his love

Donna and Gary Lipman - 13 days ago

Dear Jeff and Debi, we were sorry to hear about the passing of your dear dad. Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family. BDE, Donna and Gary

Linda MillerShacter - 13 days ago

Dear Betty and family: Sincerest sympathy on your great loss. Please know that our thoughts are with you at this very sad and difficult time. Long life to you all. Warmly, Linda and Norm

Francine Pomerantz - 13 days ago

Dear Billy, Betty and all the family, This notice pains me. Remembering the beautiful celebrations together a long time ago. Sincere condolences on the loss of a sweet man. 😔💔

Beatrice LEVINE - 13 days ago

Dear Betty: My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Bernie. May wonderful memories be of comfort. Sadly, Beatrice

Amanda & Mike Battat - 13 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeff, & Billy. Our most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father. May all your cherished memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. May your families be spared further sorrow. fondly Amanda & Mike Battat

Tania and Rob Itzkovitz - 13 days ago

Dear Billy and Alyson, our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear father /father in law. May his memory be a blessing. May you be spared further sorrow Tania and Robby Itzkovitz

Victor Salem - 13 days ago

Dear Gary, Jeffrey and Family: My deepest sympathies on the loss of your patriarch. I still remember Bernie changing in the locker room just beside me. May your fond memories sustain you at this difficult time. May you face no further sorrow. Victor Salem

Patsy Rudner - 13 days ago

Dear Betty, to you and your family my sincere and heartfelt sympathy in memory of Bernie. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.

Wendy Rapps - 13 days ago

Dear Betty, Gary, Jeffrey , Billy and the entire Shapiro family, Stephen and I were so sorry to hear that your husband/ father had passed away. We have fond memories of decades of High Holidays when we would turn around in shul and see Bernie and Betty enjoying the services with their growing family by their side. We’re sure that there are so many wonderful memories to draw upon now for comfort and we hope that the shared stories of others will warm your hearts. Fondly, Wendy and Stephen

Ashley Levitt - 13 days ago

Dear Ilana, Danielle & Lawrie and Family, My deepest most heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your grandfather. I always remarked about how lucky you were to have such spry grandparents well into your 30’s. I know of the most special relationship that you shared, and how devoted you were to them. Sending you love and strength.

Sheila and Alec Witt - 13 days ago

Dear Gary and Shapiro family, Our sincere condolences on your loss of your beloved Bernie. May your fond memories comfort you all at this difficult time.

Lewis & Bella Backler - 13 days ago

"What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we loved deeply becomes part of us". We extend our sincere sympathies to the entire Family on the passing of Bernie and hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. May his memory be for a blessing.

Leslie Ann Ungar Wener - 13 days ago

To Gary and family; My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Father and Grandfather. BDE. LeslieAnn

Barry Stein - 13 days ago

Dear Mrs Shapiro, Gary, Jeff and family, Our heartfelt sympathies to you entire family. We hope that your will be spared further sorrow for a very long time and hope that you find comfort from your cherished memories together.Barry & Anzie Stein

Judy & Phil Singer - 13 days ago

Gary & Shapiro family: our sincere condolences on your loss. May your lifetime memories help you through this difficult time.

Jennifer Mintz - 13 days ago

Dear Mrs Shaprio and family, I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Thinking of you and your whole family at this sad time and that his memory be a blessing. Fondly, Jennifer

Sam Hornstein - 13 days ago

Dear Jeffrey and the entire Shapiro family, Please accept my sincere condolences and deepest sympathies. May you all be spared further sorrows. Sam

Jack Wiltzer - 13 days ago

Gary and Shapiro family- please accept my profound sympathies on the passing of your father. May his memory be a source of comfort

Lita Alper - 13 days ago

Dear Shapiro Family so sorry to hear of Bernie s passing . He was a nice guy. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Lita & Seymour Alper

Essie & Jack Rosenthal - 13 days ago

Marvin/Sue. We send you our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your brother-in-law. May you know no more sorrow

Dina & Gerry Silverman - 13 days ago

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your patriarch. Bernie was one of the lay leaders of Shaare Zion Congregation and a welcoming presence to all who entered the sanctuary. Bernie standing beside the Aron Kodesh during the Neilah service was a long-standing tradition and a well-deserved honour. We felt fortunate to have known him.

Moroz family - 13 days ago

To the entire Shapiro family.Our heartfelt condolences on Bernard's passing.A life well lived.

Vivian Myron& Michel Moatti - 13 days ago

To the Shapiro family what a great loss! Bernard always had a joke, a smile and a kind word. He was surrounded by love and devotion! Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We wish you beautiful memories, peace and strength during this very sad time.