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Steven M. Bernstein

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Riverside Memorial Chapel - New York

180 West 76th Street

New York City, New York

Steven Bernstein Obituary

BERNSTEIN-Steven M. On February 1, 2006 of complications of colon cancer. Loving father of Charles Bernstein, devoted husband to Marcia Levy, spectacular brother, and brother-in-law to Susan and Stanley Gebler, Reesa and Steve Levy, Miriam and Leon Luck, warm and supportive uncle to Adam and Nicola, Meredith, Alyson, Ashley & Logan. Passionate lawyer and activist, incredible friend, amazing dancer and adoring of his dog, Bandit. Funeral, February 3, 11:45 AM at Riverside Memorial Chapel, 76 St & Amsterdam Ave, NYC. 212362-6600. Shiva arrangements to be announced.

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Published by New York Times from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Bernstein

17 Entries

Tim Collins

March 22, 2024

I was driving through lower Manhattan today and something in the neighborhood prompted me to recall a time when I was helping this guy named Steve Bernstein gather supplies for a Lawyers Guild fundraising event in the mid 80's. I recall Steve stopped the car, stepped into an old deli and came out with two chocolate egg creams, handing me one - the best I ever had. I knew Steve for all of five or six hours. But that nearly 40 old encounter conjured up the memory of a bright spark of an exceptional human being. A quick search led to this site. If a single day with Steve left a positive association lasting four decades, his memory must be a profound blessing for countless others.

Roger Stavis

January 27, 2023

Still thinking about you Steve. You were a remarkable human being and a great friend.

Roger Stavis

January 27, 2022

Your brothers and sisters at the defense bar sorely miss you. I think about you all the time and tell funny stories about you and our good times together. I'll never forget you

Kris McDaniel-Miccio

January 27, 2020

Still think of you with love and admiration. I know you would be kvelling about Charlie and still deeply in love with Marcia. To my Bklyn brother...remembered dearly.

Kris Miccio

January 29, 2007

Dear Marcia and Charlie,

I only met Steve a few years ago, at my dining room table over lasagne, wine and good conversation; but it was as if I had know this gentle soul forever. He was the brother I never had, the amazing defense lawyer I had been loking for for years--and it was if we had been in each other's lives forever.

He loved you dearly Marcia and Charlie he adored you. You both were his reason for being--he was gentle spirit, fierce fighter for rights of the poor, a great friend, a great man--a dear brother, fellow Bronxite and bagel master. My heart has a hole that no one will fill. We were blessed to know him.

Love you both,

Kris

Alma Yee

March 2, 2006

Dear Marcia, I just found out that your husband had passed away. I don't know if you remember me but I met you when you worked at Rutgers. Wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. I lost my husband 1 1/2 yrs ago so I can relate. Hope you and your son are doing ok.

Iris Eytan

February 5, 2006

The last time I saw Steve he was delivering me bagels straight from H&H in New York. I remember such a friendly, warm, sincere, open, altruistic human being. My prayers are with you and your son, I wish I could do something to take away the pain. Love, Iris

Jordan and Jennifer Kendall

February 3, 2006

We were truly saddened by the news of Steve's passing. We only met Steve a few times, but even once was enough to know that he was an honest, caring, and lovely human being. Charlie and Marcia, we feel honored to have known Steve however briefly, and we send our most heartfelt condolences to you both.

KK DuVivier

February 2, 2006

Marcia,

My heart goes out to you and your son! Having experienced a similar loss, I would like to help in any way I can. Please let me know if there is anything I can do: 303-871-6281.

Warmly,

Donna Beatty

February 2, 2006

Steve was a kind neighbor and a good man. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family during this very sad time.

Martin Katz

February 2, 2006

In the short time he was in Colorado, he touched many lives. He was enthusiastic at the most difficult times. And he was a wonderful role model of what a husband and father can be.

roger stavis

February 2, 2006

We have lost a dear friend, wonderful human being, outstanding attorney and great golfing buddy

Wadine Gehrke

February 2, 2006

Steve lived his life with enthusiasm and grace. He had a wonderful presence, a sunny smile and touched us all. He was a courageous, principled lawyer who

sought and won justice for his clients. He was a good friend whose gentle ways and keen wit will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Marcia, Charlie, and all of Steve's family.

Laurie Hanna

February 2, 2006

A most gentle and passionate man has been taken from us. I am honored for the opportunity to know Steve, Marsha and Charlie.

Diane Brand

February 2, 2006

Matt, Caroline and I mourn the loss of Steve, our warm and loving neighbor, whom we know and love for many years and who will live forever with all of us on Fuller Place.

Lauri Kraus

February 2, 2006

I am so sorry to hear the news of Steven's death. I truly enjoyed meeting him and working with him, albeit on a small scale, when he was at DU. He had so much energy and was so kind to me. I won't forget him.

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