KENNETH BERMAN Obituary

Name: Memorial Gathering for KENNETH BERMAN
Start: 2019-07-03T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-07-04T00:00:00.000Z
Location: at his residence

BERMAN, Kenneth S. DMD Of Brookline, MA. Died on July 1, 2019, at age 82 after a heroic battle with neck cancer. Devoted husband of Evelyn (Gliksman) Berman. Loving father of Brian Berman, Amy Berman & husband Steve Krauss, and Andy Berman & wife Tisha (Ajimine) Berman. Adored "Papa" of Tyler & Reed Berman and Caitlyn Krauss. Beloved brother of Joseph Berman & wife Ruth, Marc Berman & wife Harriet Kodis, and the late Fred Gliksman & wife Charlotte. Dear uncle and cousin to many nieces, nephews and cousins. Inspiration to countless students he mentored during his 30+ years as a professor and advisor at Tufts Dental School. Giving friend and neighbor to so many who shared his giving spirit. Proud graduate of Harvard College ('58) and Harvard Dental School ('62). Graveside Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA (gather at the administration building) on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at 10:45 am. Following the service, memorial observance will be held at his residence until 8:00 pm and on Thursday from 1-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Kenneth Berman to support cancer research and patient care at www.dana-farber.org/gift For information, Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 1 to Jul. 2, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for KENNETH BERMAN

13 Entries

Evette, Ken, Lani and Mere

June 28, 2021

All of you are in our thoughts and prayers as we remember Ken. He always welcomed us into his home. We loved to see his backyard garden and appreciated all of the harvest he shared.
He was the best of men. Sending our love to you all.

Errol Gaum

July 9, 2019

July 9, 2019

Dear Evelyn, Andy, Brian and Amy:

I first met Ken in 1969 when I began teaching in the operative department of Tufts Dental School. Ken had already been on staff. This was my first teaching position and it was easy for me to see that I would want Ken this gentle person, to be my mentor.
Ken was an individual who had the total respect of not only the dentists in the operative department but of every department in the school. Although Ken was a certified periodontist, his knowledge of all branches of dentistry was impeccable. To the students Ken was without a doubt the most popular staff member in the school. He was held in the highest respect by the students and they would seek him out for any discussion or marking.
The students had Ken at the top of their list because he treated them as an equal. Even though the students had not received their D.M.D. yet, Ken treated them with respect. There were many times Ken showed his outstanding character as a dentist and as a human being. One which sticks out in my mind that incorporates both of these characteristics was in 1969 in the middle of the Vietnam War. Students (Hippies as they were called) had long hair and were demonstrating for an end to the war. I had quite a head of long hair myself. Staff members were quick to address me and my long hair. When are you going to get a haircut? You look like a hippie. But not Ken, he judged a person from the inside. He was for sure ahead of his time.
Although Ken and I lived far apart and infrequently conversed over the phone, there was a brotherly affection that continued to keep us together. I have lost a loving, dear brother. Because Ken was like a brother to me. I can only imagine how you must feel losing him as a husband and a father. I will never forget his kind, soft smile.

Love,

Errol Gaum
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Errol Gaum

July 9, 2019

Although Ken and I lived far apart and infrequently conversed over the phone, there was a brotherly affection that continued to keep us together. I have lost a loving, dear brother. Because Ken was like a brother to me. I can only imagine how you must feel losing him as a husband and a father. I will never forget his kind, soft smile.

Errol Gaum
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

July 4, 2019

I was a patient of Ken for many years and also a neighborhood acquaintance. My sincerest condolences to Evelyn, his wife, and all family members. Ken was a consummate professional and a gentleman and a scholar. May he rest in well-deserved eternal peace.

Shirley Grahame

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Maya Muthuswamy

Sent Flowers

July 2, 2019

BARUCH DYAN EMET
MAY HIS MEMORY BE A BLESSING

THE ZIMON FAMILY

July 2, 2019

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Liz

July 2, 2019

Our family was new to Boston and Ken and Evelyn became our family. We always felt welcomed into their home and shared many holiday dinners with them. I will remember Ken for his incredible garden/farm that transformed his backyard into a child's wonderland. He always made a point of sharing his bounty. In fact, we always left with more than we came with! Evelyn shared her incredible baked goods with Lani, Meredith and I.

Rest in peace and know that Ken's legacy lives on in his incredible, caring children, Amy, Andy and Brian and those beautiful grandchildren.

Our deepest condolences and love, Ken and Evette Serota, Lani and Meredith and family.

July 2, 2019

One super man. I so enjoyed knowing Ken these past 20 years.

A true gentleman with a wonderful curiosity. My thoughts go out to you

Evelyn and the entire family

Charlie Tracy

Howard Diwinsky

July 1, 2019

A great educator. A great friend

Grateful to have shared both.

Howard Diwinsky

July 1, 2019

A great man with the best attitude and great helper to every one ask his help I had the pleasure to work with him God bless his soule.
Prof.Dr Mostafa El Sherif

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