Malcolm Cox Bertram Jr.

Mal's boundless love of running marathons was the stuff of legends. He seemed happiest when at a road race, among friends and competitors, whose respect for him had no equal. Joe Rottino, who interviewed Mal for Islandwide Runner magazine, wrote: "Mal Bertram has never really been a mid-pack runner. He has run the long, hard races with courage and style and speed that have placed him in front of the pack. To see him then, at least for one afternoon, regain that position . . . is to believe that, `God´s in His heaven, all´s right with the world.'"

Dear Lori - we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. He sounds like such a remarkable person. I'm sure you learned a lot from him in your life and part of him lives on in you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

With love,

Anna & Jerry Hinch

Sincere sympathy to you Barbara and your family. Mal's work for social justice is a wonderful legacy.

Joy and Ced Paine (Newton, MA)

Barbara we are so sorry to hear of your sad loss but will always remember Mal and his "gals ".
when he would stride into Sweet seasons with you on one arm and one of your friends on the other, he would order a martini and also always had a joke. I never knew he was a man of the church until he saw my endgagement the ring and the sparkle in my eye and offered to marry Us.
Which he did and he made the day so special for us, one we will never forget.
All our Love Helen and Ian xx

To Barbara, Mal, Lee, Lori, and the entire Bertram family--know that I am with you in spirit as you say goodbye to your family patriarch. It is so difficult to believe that such a vibrant person is gone. I've never met anyone quite like him, and doubt that I will again. This month the members of my church are reading the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi every day, and as I do so, I am reminded of Mal, especially the second paragraph: "Make me a channel of your peace, where there is despair in life, let me bring hope, where there is darkness, only light, and where there is sadness, ever joy."

My Condolences to the Bertram family, friends and love ones. May Rev. Dr. Bertram always be remembered in your hearts of his great works. To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. God bless you all

I will remember a fully-developed person whose humor, empathy and enthusiasm for life made him a great companion and loyal friend.
Sandy Jones

So many wonderful memories of a caring, loving, passionate man and a very special friend who lead by example. We were so fortunate to have your influence and guidance in our lives.
Pat, Shawn, Tanya and I extend our heartfelt condolences to Barbara, Mal, Lee, Margret, Lori and the rest of the Bertram family. Our family is grateful for having the Bertram's in our lives.
Adios my friend.

We just learned of Mal's passing and send our love and condolences to his wonderful wife Barbara and family. He was such a kind and caring man and will be missed by everyone fortunate enough to know him.

I hold a special place in my heart ....so blessed to have shared so many memories and thank you for enriching my life in so many ways. I know you are with the Lord and in peace and eternal joy. Love you!

Goodbye Great Friend

So sorry to hear,he will be missed.

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.