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BERNARD KATZ Obituary
Bernard M. "Bernie" Katz, 80, of Palm Coast, died Thursday, March 16, 2012 at his residence. Bernie was born in Weehawken, New Jersey, a son of Aaron and Edna Carr Katz. He was a 1949 graduate of Leonia High School. Bernie received his Bachelors degree in Business from Hobart University, and his Masters in Business from Wagner College. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1953 and served in the Military Police Division of the United States Army in Germany, receiving the Occupational Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Following his return home, he owned his own TV Broadcasting business in New York and Los Angeles, and then worked as a Stockbroker on Wall Street for 20 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of the Palm Coast VFW, and was an avid New York Giants fan. Bernie enjoyed traveling around the world with his wife, children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Nancy Katz, whom he married June 6, 1980 in Cliffside Park, NJ.; one daughter, Stacy Kirsch of Edgewater; two sons, Kenneth (Wendy) Kirsch of Palm Coast and Steven (Wendy) Kirsch of Knoxville, TN; six grandchildren, Leia Kirsch, K. J. Kirsch, Kody Kirsch, Miranda Savercool, Michael Savercool and Hana Kirsch. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Judy Joseph. Family and friends will be received Friday, March 23rd from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at the Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, 511 Old Kings Road South in Flagler Beach, where a memorial service will be held at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bernie's name to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Alzheimer's Research, 1125 Florida A1A, Satellite Beach, FL 32937. Condolences may be sent to www.craigflaglerpalms.com.
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for BERNARD KATZ
Judi Stroem
March 24, 2012
Dear Debbie:
I can't tell you how saddened I was to hear about your dads passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Your Dad was a wonderful man and always full of fun. I will always remember the wonderful times we had at you house during the holidays with your family and mine. I'l never forget the time your Dad planted the tulips upside down and we never let him forget it. He will truly be missed.
Karen Tomlinson
March 20, 2012
Dearest Nancy, I know that a huge part of the lovely heart of yours is with Bernie.. He loved and adored you and even at the the last shared that love with you. Bernie was always so welcoming and delightful to be around. His presence will be sorely missed. Love and hugs, Karen and Bob
March 20, 2012
Dear Nancy,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Bernie's stories and humor always made my day; and he always said he didn't know what he would do without his "Nance"...
I'll miss him calling me "the Kid".
Most Sincerely, Mary Atkinson
Rose Lauer
March 20, 2012
Bernie Katz was a gentleman I met when my sister & brother in law lived a few houses away from Bernie and his family in Leonia, NJ. The two families had many happy times together and Bernie was the life of the party. Bernie loved his daughter Debbie and was a devoted father. When she married and had her son Alex, Bernie enjoyed being a loving Grandfather to Alex. The last time I saw Bernie was a few years ago at my niece's beach house in Ormond. Bernie was still the fun loving man I knew and we had a great visit with him. Bernie loved life, his daughter Debbie and his grandson Alex. I am sure the Good Lord will welcome him Heaven.
Bill Carnright
March 19, 2012
Bernie Katz was a kind, generous, caring man. He was a wonderful father to my niece, Debbie and grandfather to her son, my grand nephew Alex.
Bernie and I got to know each other after he married my sister and we got together frequently in the earlier years. Although we saw much less of each other in the last thirty something years, it was always a pleasure to be with him. I can't remember a meeting with Bernie when he did not make me laugh.
Bernie, Hail and Farewell, friend. You are in a better place and you will be remembered and missed.
Mike Harrington
March 19, 2012
Dearest Nancy:
Special thoughts go out to you at this time. I know how much Bernie loved and adored you and here's hoping his spirit and kindness lives on, and looks over you. He and I had a special kinship, it was more than customer/client, and I will miss his smiling face and soft-spoken gestures..
And he had quite a grip, best handshake going. My deepest sympathy
Denise Sheldon
March 18, 2012
Nancy and family,
I know that Bernie is with our Heavenly Father and working his magic up there. I pray The Lord will help you all find the peace in his transiition.
Love always,
Denise
Alexandra Vogel
March 18, 2012
Dear Debbie and Alex words can't express how deepy sorry I am for your loss. I am truly grateful and happy that I not only got to meet Bernie but became known as the girl with ... In her face and that's fine by me because there's nothing better than sharing stories about Bernie
I love you two both very much and I am truly sorry
Alexandra Vogel
March 18, 2012
Dear Debbie and Alex words can't express how terribly sorry I am for your loss
I am extremely grateful and happy to have met Bernie and I have always enjoyed the many stories we have shared about him. I love you two both very much
Julienne Oliva
March 18, 2012
Debbie's father, Mr. Katz, will always be in my heart. I knew Mr. Katz since I was born, 2 months after Debbie. Our parents were the best of friends. Debbie and I are the best of friends to this day. We grew up 4 houses apart on Grandview Terrace in Leonia, New Jersey. Mr. Katz was like a father to me. He praised my accomplishments and corrected me when I was wrong. For example, when he'd drive Debbie and I to St. John's School and I'd (apparently) slam the car door shut. He'd say "JULIENNE, DON'T SLAM THE DOOR LIKE THAT." He also threatened to ban Debbie and I from his car when our rabbit fur coats shed all over the seats, but instead he only teased us about the mess our coats made to his car. He teased me about getting too tan on my summer vacations and I can remember loving how much he cared about my wellbeing. He was a great man with a fabulous sense of humor, an excellent father and an absolutely wonderful Grandfather to Alexander. He kept a suitcase full of clothes at Debbie's house in New Jersey for his frequent visits from Florida. Alex adored his Grandpa Bernie. I loved him as if he was another Daddy to me! I will miss him. I'm very thankful for the times I spent time with Mr. Katz both in New Jersey and in Florida. Rest in Peace, Mr. Katz. You were a great man! All my love, Julienne (your 'other' daughter)
Paul Unsworth
March 18, 2012
Dear Debbie and Alex,
My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I am so fortunate to have met Bernie. I say "Bernie" and not Mr. Katz because when we first met at your home in Tenafly he made it quite clear to me that I was to call him Bernie and to do otherwise was not an option. He wanted me to be comfortable in his company and make me feel that as a friend of yours I was to be a friend of his. As you know we would talk about business opportunities and the political climate. He shared with me stories of his many business ventures; the ups, the downs, and his enjoyment of it all. Where some would complain of the difficulties encountered in business, Bernie reveled in it. His joy and zest for it all was contagious. Every time I would learn of one of his many visits to your house I found myself hoping that I would be invited to visit with you, be able to talk with him and soak in some of his great vibe. During one of Julienne and my trips to Florida we called him and he insisted we have lunch together. It was a wonderful occasion with Bernie making us feel that we were so special to him; true friends. He was a special man. Thank you for sharing him with me so that I can carry these wonderful memories with me.
Truly yours,
Paul Unsworth
Julienne Oliva
March 18, 2012
Debbie's father, Mr. Katz, will always be in my heart. I knew Mr. Katz since I was born 2 months after Debbie. Debbie and I are the best of friends to this day. We grew up living 4 houses apart in Leonia, New Jersey. Mr. Katz was like a father to me. He praised my accomplishments and corrected me when I was wrong. For example, when he'd drive Debbie and I to St. John's School and I'd (apparently) slam the car door shut. He'd say "JULIENNE, DON'T SLAM THE DOOR LIKE THAT." He also threatened to ban Debbie and I from his car when our rabbit fur coats shed all over the seats, but instead he only teased us about the mess our coats made to his car. He teased me about getting too tan on my summer vacations and I can remember loving how much he cared about my wellbeing. He was a great man with a fabulous sense of humor, an excellent father and an absolutely wonderful Grandfather to Alexander. He kept a suitcase full of clothes at Debbie's house in New Jersey for his frequent visits from Florida. Alex adored his Grandpa Bernie. I loved him as if he was another Daddy to me! I will miss him. I'm very thankful for the times I spent time with Mr. Katz both in New Jersey and in Florida. Rest in Peace, Mr. Katz. You were a great man! All my love, Julienne (your 'other' daughter)
Donna Bernard
March 18, 2012
Debbie, Ron and I want you to know that your in our thoughts at this time. May your memories of your dad always give you comfort and a smile.. Hugs~ Donna & Ron Bernard
June Colagreco
March 18, 2012
Dear Debbie,
My deepest sympathy to you and Alex on the loss of your Dad. I will always remember your Dad as a witty and suave man that was fun to be around. My thoughts and prays are with you! Love June
Helen Saitta
March 18, 2012
Dear Debbie,
I know our friendship is fairly new, you are very special and unique with a heart of gold! I thank god Julienne introduced us and I am now your friend.
Grief is different for all of us......go with the flow a parents loss is never easy. Memories are like the ocean waves......they come and go, are strong or calm. be strong! My deepest sympathy.
Love, Helen Saitta
Julienne Oliva
March 18, 2012
Debbie's father, Mr. Katz, will always be in my heart. I knew Mr. Katz since I was born 2 months after Debbie. Debbie and I are the best of friends to this day. We grew up living 4 houses apart in Leonia, New Jersey. Mr. Katz was like a father to me. He praised my accomplishments and corrected me when I was wrong. For example, when he'd drive Debbie and I to St. John's School and I'd (apparently) slam the car door shut. He'd say "JULIENNE, DON'T SLAM THE DOOR LIKE THAT." He also threatened to ban Debbie and I from his car when our rabbit fur coats shed all over the seats, but instead he only teased us about the mess our coats made to his car. He teased me about getting too tan on my summer vacations and I can remember loving how much he cared about my wellbeing. He was a great man with a fabulous sense of humor, an excellent father and an absolutely wonderful Grandfather to Alexander. He kept a suitcase full of clothes at Debbie's house in New Jersey for his frequent visits from Florida. Alex adored his Grandpa Bernie. I loved him as if he was another Daddy to me! I will miss him. I'm very thankful for the times I spent time with Mr. Katz both in New Jersey and in Florida. Rest in Peace, Mr. Katz. You were a great man! All my love, Julienne (your 'other' daughter)
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