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Bernard Tekofsky Obituary
Bernard Tekofsky, 89, born February 20, 1923 in Bronx, NY to Katie Katz & Hyman Tekofsky, passed away in San Diego, CA on February 17, 2013. He came to Phoenix in 1946 and split his time between Phoenix and Coronado, CA. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Janice and cousins David, Marshal, Jonathan, Stephanie and Daniel. Bernard went to be with his mother in heaven. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 22nd at Green Acres Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center & Movement Disorders Clinic, St. Josephs Hospital & Medical Center, 240 W. Thomas Rd #301, Phoenix, AZ 85013 or Brandeis University, 415 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453. Arrangements by Sinai Mortuary.
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February 22, 2013
loved Bernie like a brother.. He and Marty were a pleasure to be around.. Deepest condolences to you, Jan... Pete Epps
Jonathan Ramras
February 22, 2013
Janice, You and Bernie have always been such a big part of the Ramras families lives. Debbie, Zac and I took a walk down memory lane, Zac's Bar Mitzvah would not have been the same without you. Debbie always thinks of the two of you when she looks at her wedding ring, everyday. We love you!
Jafi Lipson
February 21, 2013
Remembering how Bernie always made me smile. Thinking of you, Janice.
February 21, 2013
May the memories you cherish help to ease the burden of your loss.
Bette Mae and Larry Epstein
Cathy Gardner
February 21, 2013
Jan -- my deepest sympathies to you. Bernie was such a caring, sweet, gentle man with that wonderful smile!! A real honor to say that I knew him.
Barry Kaplan
February 21, 2013
Loved Bernie and will miss him.
My condolences on your loss of a beautiful and loving man.
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