Bernadette Garam

Bernadette, an inspiration.

From the first moment we met, a spark of intellectual and light hearted energy surrounded our scholarly friendship. She encouraged me to research a longstanding passion of mine; Native American Traditions. While uncovering pre-colonial traditions of the Blueberry-Beaver Lake Cree, we shared many a life story, triumphs and tales of struggle. She was one of the few professors I greeted with a wide smile and open heart. I remember our last conversation (Too...

I feel a hole in my heart. And, while I know it will heal, I cherish the hole because it is where I held Bernie. My prayers are with all those gathered in body and in spirit at her Requiem Mass today. Love, Molly

I met Bernadette at the College of Mount Saint Vincent and then bumped into her regularly when I returned to the Manhattan College campus. The one thing that was always present was Bernadette's warm, gentle smile. She smiled from the inside out. I will miss our chance meetings.

I met Bernadette while at the College of Mount Saint Vincent and found her again when I was back at Manhattan College. The smile I remembered was the first thing I saw when we bumped into each other on campus. Bernadette cared about the people she met deeply and always remembered the little things. I will miss her.

She was a cheerful and friendly presence in our community. So sorry she will not grace our halls again. Claudia, Manhattan College

Condolences to the family and friends of such a giving woman. I did not know Bernadette, but through her sister Margie, I knew she was special, and so very loved by so many. Pam

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow "Jasper Maker" and the family at this time. Faculty -- current and past -- are recognized, remembered, and prayed for. We are mindful of the service of these good men and women that comprise the Jasper "forge" that making us what we are. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire...