GOLDBERG, Bernard Age 94, of Chestnut Hill, formerly of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 30th, surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband of 59 1/2 years to Judith (Cohn). Loving father of Jodi Goldberg & Kevin McCreesh and Carla & Joel Greengrass. Adored grandfather of Alexandra, Ethan and Zoe. Cherished son of the late Mosier B. Goldberg and the late Sarah Goldberg (Gorovitz). Beloved twin brother of the late William Goldberg, the late Agnes Goldberg, and the late Bernyce Neitlich. Born and raised in Cambridge, MA, Bernard graduated from Cambridge Latin, and was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 1998. He received his B.A. from Tufts University in 1950 and his J.D. from Boston University School of Law in 1953. He practiced law alongside his brother for over 60 years in their Central Square, Cambridge firm, and early in his career, served 5 consecutive terms as a Cambridge City Councilor before being elected Vice Mayor of the City. The twins were recognized in 2004 for their contributions to the community with the dedication of William and Bernard Goldberg Square. Services at Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard Street, Brookline, on Sunday, December 3rd at 10am, and interment at Adath Jeshurun, 350 Grove Street, West Roxbury. Shiva will be held at the family home following the burial, 1:30pm-4:30pm and again from 7pm-9pm. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Bernard's memory may be sent to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, www.michaeljfox.org. Levine Chapels - Brookline 617-277-8300 levinechapels.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2023.

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gary j vrotsos

January 17, 2024

I just saw this obituary and am very sorry to her this news. Bernie helped many Greek families opening their businesses in the Central Sq area since the 1950's including my fathers Donut Shop on Main Street He's was friend to all the small business owners and always had time to take their calls. I personally have done a lot or real estate sales with him since 1980. He and his brother Billy were "Giants" in the Central sq business community and well respected and loved by many. Always friendly and joking around, he was an immense help to many and will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace my friend..

Maureen Sullivan Santoro

December 2, 2023

Sharing in your sorrow and offering heartfelt sympathy and prayers.

Lorna Edwards/Former Client

December 2, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Bernard had a great smile as his deceased brother William...

Kathleen Clinton

December 2, 2023

R.I.P. Mr.Goldberg.

Michael Sullivan

December 1, 2023

To the Goldberg Family:

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I had the honor and distinction to be able to call Bernie and Billy friends. Bernie would call to speak with my dad and check in on my mom. Truly a caring and compassionate gentleman.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Michael Sullivan

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