Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Apr 5, 1932 – Apr 5, 2025
Bernard Bearer, Professor Emeritus in the English Department at TCNJ (Trenton State College), of Cherry Hill, NJ, formerly of Pennington, NJ, passed away peacefully on his 93rd birthday, Saturday, April 5th, 2025, with his wife of 57 years, Paulette, at his side. He is survived by his wife, his...
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 12, 2025 | Family
I loved him and how I got to play piano for him just weeks before he died
Savannah
July 11, 2025 | Family
My favorite teacher I ever had. I took him 8 times at TCNJ, perhaps bending rules to do so. Made me want to be the English instructor I am today. Toni Morrison, Don DeLillo, Light in August, his lesson about the word "fish" - thank you Prof Bearer!
Kevin Ellis
April 26, 2025 | School
Bernard, we had many engaging discussions about our favorite topic, Mark Twain, I shall treasure them. RIP Professor emeritus Roger W. McKinney Professor of Clarinet and Music History The College of New Jersey
Roger W. McKinney
April 26, 2025
Professor Bearer was my best and favorite teacher in college. He made me the adult reader and writer I am today. Rest in peace
Jennifer Miller
April 26, 2025 | School