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Lee Bergere Obituary
Bergere died Wednesday at the Colonial Poplin Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Fremont, said his daughter, Mimi Bergere. He had been living in New Hampshire for more than a decade.
During his 60-year career, Bergere also was known as Joseph, the head of the household on "Dynasty." He had roles in "North and South," "Falcon Crest," "Hot L Baltimore" and "Incident at Vichy."
On the 1966 "Star Trek" episode, called "The Savage Curtain," he received a fan following from Trekkies.
In that episode, Captain Kirk meets his childhood hero, Lincoln, and they go to a planet to fight off Ghengis Khan.
Bergere also had a rich stage career, appearing in "Man of La Mancha" as the villain, the Duke, for its premiere in Los Angeles in 1967. That's where he met Richard Kiley, who played Don Quixote and originated the role on Broadway. Bergere also played Quixote and other characters in the show in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York through the years.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
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Bob Hager
October 15, 2023
I trust you are doing well Mimi. I do remember that motor bike and I am also glad your father never saw you on the bike. Studio City was a long time ago. All the best.
Bob Hager
Beverly SANDHU
October 8, 2017
He was one of my favourite actor especially in dynasty till this day I watch my Ads all the seasons
You are very much missed.
Nazarene Mckinney
May 6, 2017
Loved that episode of Star Trek! Each time It is shown you will be remembered.
Mike R
December 15, 2016
You are now in God's care for all eternity.
Thank you for all the years of wonderful entertainment you gave to us, and more importantly, for the brave service you gave to our great country.
You now live and serve again, in the eternal presence of God, our Heavenly Father.
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Harry Simpson
February 1, 2016
Rest Lee, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
Robert Olsen
November 5, 2015
Did'nt know you had passed until I saw an old episode of All in the Family. You were truly an under appreciated Actor. I miss your talents as they will never be seen again. You were truly a one of a kind Gentleman. RIP , Rfo.
Harry Simpson
January 31, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Gigi Du hermoine
October 30, 2014
My condolences to the family of Mr.Bergere . When actors from the 1930s-1980s pass on. Their loved ones can know that they lefted a legacy on film for many generations to come. Also they are Not alone in mourning. Acting is a talent and a precious gift that a lucky few can leave an impression behind. Rip. You will always live on for the hearts of ''Dynasty"fans.
Verna Leigh
January 31, 2014
Thank you for my heritage.
Maggie Bryan
June 20, 2011
Happy Father's Day, Lee! A beautiful father with a beautiful daughter!
Verna Leigh
June 19, 2011
Happy Father's Day ...
Mimi Bergere
April 23, 2011
Thank you for your post Bob. Your kindness is truly appreciated. I remember you well and I'm happy that my father never saw me on your motor bike.
Thank you all, for your warm messages. Your words help me in this great loss.
Bob Hager
April 11, 2011
Mimi,
I came across this page somewhere on the internet but I am not sure just where or how. I am sorry to hear about your father. I never met the man but growing up in North Hollywood he was always on tv. I can remember my parents talking fondly of him and saying how much they liked his acting. You probably don't remember me but High School was what we had in common. I am truly sorry to hear about your father.
Arlene Edwards
April 10, 2010
Happy Birthday, Lee. nmrk
Aaron Blaine
April 10, 2010
Happy Birthday Lee! You've left behind a remarkable legacy.
April 3, 2010
For Lee...a veteran character actor who appeared in more than 200 television shows, including an original "Star Trek" episode in which he played Abraham Lincoln.
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Hechter Ubarry
April 7, 2009
I did Man Of La Mancha with Lee on Broadway and in Los Angeles, and had lots of laughs on and off the stage. I'm sorry he's gone and will miss him. I was known as Hector Mercado.
Verna Leigh
April 10, 2008
Happy Birthday...
Verna Leigh
January 31, 2008
I'm thinking of you, Mimi and Joseph today. Please know I am always here, if you might ever need me. Kenneth sounds like a keeper! Love, Verna
Kenneth Breitenstein
November 14, 2007
The greatest legacy a man can be, is to be the protector and guardian of his daughter, and for that Lee Bergere was a man above all men. His daughter, Mimi, meant the world to him, and I can only hope someday to be that man for her.
Christine Drapeau
October 30, 2007
Dear Mimi,
I hope all is well I was thinking about you and your father and happened to come across this web site. I miss your dad and think of him often.He was a great man and we had many laughs together.I will never forget his smile, or the facial expressions he never had to say much I always knew exactly what he was thinking just by the look on his face. I also miss talking with you. My best wishes to you and the family. I will never forget you all.
Teena de Grandpre
April 29, 2007
Wanted to add my sympathies for your loss since I just learned of your loss. While visiting family here in Maine I just happened to see him on an episode of "Bonanza" a few moments ago and knew I recognized him from other programs so I looked him up as soon as it was finished. Sure enough he was one of my top favorites from his days on "Dynasty"! He was and always will be one of my most handsome dream men from my 'younger' days! God Bless you, your family and most of all your dad for all the wonderful shows he contributed his skills to!
Mark Phillips
April 25, 2007
Dear Mimi,
Your father, in a sense, helped start my professional writing career. He was the first actor I ever interviewed (for Starlog magazine back in 1985). He kindly answered my questions about his role as President Lincoln on Star Trek. Mr. Bergere was humorous, witty and just a very nice person, as well as an extremely versatile actor. I remember his performance as Col. Gibson in the Wild Wild West episode "Night of the Colonel's Ghost" scared me silly as a kid, yet his Mr. Lincoln on Star Trek was reassuringly kind.
take care,
Sincerely,
Mark
Kimberly Mack
March 28, 2007
Dear Mimi:
I just read about the loss of your father. Please accept my deepest condolences. He will be well remembered.
Kindest,
Kimberly Mack
Fellow classmate of Carpenter, Walter Reed and North Hollywood High
Sandra Dwyer
February 11, 2007
Dear Mimi, The service for your father today was wonderful. It was a privilige to have known him and loved him as a member of the staff at Colonial Poplin N.H. The cd. is breathtaking. Thank you so much. Love to you and your fam. Sandie Dwyer.
February 10, 2007
Dear Mimi,
I read of your dad's passing in The Philadelphia Inquirer...May he rest in peace.
Andrea Berkovsky Kelley
Carpenter Avenue Class of 1965
Steve Brant
February 9, 2007
To the Bergere family,
I learned of your loss today and want to express my great respect and admiration for Mr. Bergere's work. His portrayal of President Lincoln on Star Trek has stayed with me since I first saw it as a child and - like Gregory Peck in "To Kill a Mockingbird" - helped encourage me to try to be a good and honorable person. Mr. Bergere truly made the world a better place for his being here. All my best wishes to you in the future.
Justin Philbrick
February 9, 2007
Dear Mimi and the Bergere Family,
On behalf of Colonial Poplin and Poplin Way, Jeff and I send our sympathy to all of you and to all of those who lost Lee as a friend. We are very proud to have been entrusted with Lee's care and will keep great memories of the time we not only knew him, but what we learned of him.
Steve & Barbara
February 7, 2007
To the Bergere Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
My Wife and I first saw your Father in "Star Trek" and have enjoyed his acting throughout the years.
May God bless your family at this time and always!
Steve Green
February 7, 2007
Dear Mimi,
Your dad was a great actor who i admired a great deal. His role in Star Trek was my favorite. He was also great in the movie North and the South too. He will be missed.
Scot Schieferstein
February 6, 2007
To the Lee Bergere family:
God grant you comfort during this time of loss.
Mr. Bergere's portrayal of President Lincoln set the standard against which I have measured all other Lincolns.
Thank you for sharing Mr. Bergere with the rest of us.
karen leavitt
February 5, 2007
Dear Mimi -
I am trully sorry for your loss. Lee was a wonderful man, and an exceptional dad. Thank you for sharing him. It was a privilage to know and care for him.
Love Always,
Karen
B Vann
February 5, 2007
To the Lee Bergere Family
My sincere condolence for your loss.
Take comfort from the God of all comfort. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4.
Steven Webb
February 4, 2007
He was such an impeccable man who portrayed the character as Joseph on "Dynasty". He had style and charisma....that is what it takes to survive as an actor.....his legacy will not be forgotten!
Heather MacDougall
February 4, 2007
Mimi,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. One of the greatest gifts at this time is the gift of impermanence. It is this knowledge that leads us to live our life fully in each moment.
Laurie & Gary Dittrich
February 4, 2007
Mimi,
We are so sorry for your loss,our hearts break for you.
We wish we would have had the opportunity to meet your Dad.... But we do know you and what a wonderful person you are,this reflects a great deal on him.
Love you and see you soon!
Philip S. Ryan, MD
February 4, 2007
Dear Mimi,
Sad news. My memories stretch from coast to coast.My thoughts and prayers are with you. You won't get over this loss, but you will get throught it.
Nancy Ryan
February 4, 2007
Dear Mimi,
I am so sorry to hear of you dad's passing. My earliest recollections of Thanksgiving Holidays are of your Dad's voice booming through the front door. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Nancy
Mimi Bergere
February 4, 2007
From these thoughts I take great, great comfort. Thank you so very much for sharing them with me.
Mr. Bergere's daughter, Mimi
A. Mason
February 4, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tammy Turner
February 3, 2007
I am so sorry to here of the loss of Lee he was a great actor I especially loved him in fantasy island.He will be truly missed.Rest in peace lee I know got looks over everyone...
Julia
February 3, 2007
One of my favorite actors. I loved watching him on Dynasty. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Lee Bergere. Rest in Peace.
T heddleson
February 3, 2007
may GOD hold you in his arms, untill we can be there to take over!
Charles Dudley Haas
February 3, 2007
He was a great actor and he played Mr. Roarke very well on Fantasy Island. He will be greatly missed. God Bless his family.
D.L. ZIMMERMAN
February 3, 2007
REST IN PEACE
A. White
February 3, 2007
To the family of Lee Bergere,
I would like to send my deepest condolences on losing your loved one. The memories of Lee Bergere will always be remembered for the love he shared with all who knew him. I know it's not easy knowing that today Lee is no longer with you but Jehovah God promises through his word the Bible at Isaiah 26:19 and Daniel 12:2 that all of us will have a chance to see our loved ones again. I hope these scriptures will be of comfort at this difficult time.
Blanca Olivas
February 3, 2007
My favorite actor "Lee Bergere", may you rest in peace...
God Bless your family and help each one of you heal your pain.
My prayers are with you.
Respectfully,
Blanca A. Olivas
Victoria Phillippe
February 2, 2007
I never missed Dinasty! You are a legend-May Jesus comfort your family! See you in Heaven! Victoria Phillippe
delores james
February 2, 2007
rest in peace.
Karen & James Ray
February 2, 2007
Our hearts go out to the family of such a wonderful actor! God Bless you all in your time of need. He was a brillant actor!
The Barrera Family
February 2, 2007
Our sincere condolences.He was a great actor who will be missed.
Marlene Hudson
February 2, 2007
Sincere sympathy to the family of a wonderful actor
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