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BERNARD WOLF Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for BERNARD WOLF
12 Entries
steven globerman
February 7, 2026
Bernie was a friend of over 5 decades. I was grateful for all of the sound advice he gave me over the years, as well as for the intellectual stimulation that came from our many discussions about economics and life more generally, He was very caring about me and my family and was a genuinely good person- a Mensch as they say, I will greatly miss him.
Ashwin Joshi
February 4, 2026
I had the privilege of being Bernie´s colleague at the Schulich School of Business, York University. He was an accomplished scholar with exceptional knowledge of economics and was widely regarded as one of the foremost authorities on the auto industry in Canada. His passing is a tremendous loss to the discipline, to the School, and to the University.
Today, I write to celebrate Bernie the human. Such generosity of spirit, gentleness, and a delightful sense of humor. For these reasons-and so many more-he was immensely popular throughout the School.
I miss him dearly.
I was his successor as Santa Claus at the annual dinner for international students. It was a role he relinquished only with considerable hesitation, and he would actually attend subsequent dinners to point out-always with good humor-how I could improve my "Claus game": the third "ho" was not loud enough, the heels did not click together sharply enough, and so on.
That was so Bernie... always there for the students, for his colleagues, and for the School-wanting nothing but the best for everyone.
Thank you for all you did for us, my friend. Thank you for being such a wonderful, unassuming, kind, and inspiring role model.
Anna Rossini
February 4, 2026
On behalf of the entire Queens College Community, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire family.
May he Rest in Peace,
David Sword
February 3, 2026
I learned the love of economics whilst studying at Glendon College at York university in the early 80s, as a result of professor Wolf. It was not his just knowledge of economics, but it was the way he articulated the issues, and made learning a fun and interesting process.
He left a strong and positive impression on me and many others.
May the family carry many memories of him and may all of them fond ones.
David Sword, Glendon, early 1980s.
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Sarah M
February 1, 2026
I am very saddened to learn of the passing of Bernard. He had been exercising with me at a community centre and was a joy to work with. I always looked forward to our sessions together.
Bernard had so much love for his family and was incredibly proud of his grandkids, his face would light up every time he spoke of them.
He would often share stories of his life, after our exercise sessions we would sit and chat for a while longer. One of our last conversations was about his heritage, he mentioned a cookbook, " The German-Jewish Cookbook. He reminisced about the food and the history behind the food he grew up with, and sent me the link to the book that evening.
Bernard also loved chocolate and during that same conversation, hinted at chocolate cake.
Well Bernard, I bought the book and am going to make a chocolate cake recipe from it in honor of you.
I will miss you sir.
Lalima and Atin Bhattacharya
January 31, 2026
A Tribute to Bernard Martin Wolf (1942-2026)
From Lalima and Atin
For more than fifty years, Bernard Martin Wolf-our Bernie-was not only our friend but our soulmate in the truest sense of the word. His passing on January 24, 2026 leaves a silence that feels impossibly large, yet it is filled with the echoes of a life lived with intellect, curiosity, humour, and a generosity of spirit that shaped our family as surely as it shaped his own.
We know many students Bernie, who came from every ethnic background Canada offers. We heard first hand their stores on how Bernie guided them gently, coached them firmly and made them great economists and managers.
For us, Bernie was family. Our daughters grew up alongside David and Susan, sharing childhoods, celebrations, and the kind of everyday moments that weave two families together. We watched with joy as a devoted father and later a doting grandfather to Max and Eva, who were blessed to be by his side in his final days. I also loved hi Bronx accen and rapid fire way of talking.
He leaves behind family and friends across continents, each carrying their own version of Bernie: the scholar, the storyteller, the traveller, the mentor, the gentle wit, the loyal friend. For us, he leaves a lifetime of shared laughter, debates, dinners, and the comfort of knowing that some friendships are not chosen-they are destined.
Bernie, you will be deeply missed more than words can hold. But your wisdom, your kindness, and your friendship remain woven into lives , you touched most of all.
Sofia
January 29, 2026
Bernard was a long-time patient that I had the pleasure of meeting at the physiotherapy clinic he attended. Seeing him on the schedule always brightened my day. He loved sharing stories of his travels and the joy he felt for his children and grandchildren. On my last shift he left me with wise and inspiring words that I will always carry with me. I feel grateful to have known him, may he rest in peace. My condolences to his family.
David Phillips
January 28, 2026
I was very saddened to read about the recent passing of Bernie Wolf. I have known Bernie since his early days of teaching at Glendon College where I was a student. Our paths would cross from time to time in the intervening years at various events and Bernie was always friendly and wonderful to speak with. I remember those conversations with fondness. My condolences to the family on his passing.
STEVEN P MOSHER
January 28, 2026
I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Dr. Bernie Wolf. He was my professor in the macro-economics part of the Introduction to Economics course, that I took in my third year at York University, Glendon College (1975-1976). He was a truly entertaining and informative Professor, and he will be very much missed by his former students and fellow professors, alike. I offer my sincere condolences to Dr. Wolf's family, in this difficult time.
joyce zemans
January 27, 2026
Bernie was a true mensch. A great colleague and friend I was privileged to have the opportunity to work with him. Condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
Michiel Horn
January 27, 2026
Bernie and I met when we joined the faculty of Glendon College in 1968, and we stayed in touch after he moved to Schulich. He was a good colleague and a good man. My condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing.
Sergio Marchi
January 27, 2026
Bernie was a good man. A very decent, kind, and friendly person. He was also excellent at his professorial craft.
May he now RIP.
Sergio Marchi
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