Alfred Lee Bernstein
Norfolk – Alfred Lee Bernstein, 84, passed away on December 7, 2011. Alfred was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Harry and Lottie Bernstein. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Marilyn of 39 years. Alfred was a loving and generous husband, father, and grandfather. He had a zest for life, was young at heart, always there to help others, and most importantly, was his love for his family. Alfred enjoyed playing tennis, and loved everything there was about Greyhound dogs. He was a docent for the Virginia Aquarium, a volunteer for the Red Cross and for Jewish Family Services.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Debbie Garin and husband Alan, Barry Bernstein and wife Ellie, and Joan Bernstein and boyfriend Pat Newhall; grandchildren, Shaun, Matthew, and Gregory Garin, Elyssa, Max, and Sydney Bernstein; brother, William Bernstein and wife Carole; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 11AM with Rabbi Panitz officiating the service. Immediately following the service, the family will gather for the Meal of Condolence at the home of Deb and Peter Segaloff, 134 W. Belvedere Rd., Norfolk, VA 23505. Shivah will be at the home of William and Carole Bernstein, 219 B 70th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451 on Saturday evening, December 10th from 7-10PM, and Sunday, December 11th from noon to 8PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jewish Family Services.Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462 is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to altmeyer.com.
Barry , My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ellie and your family. Although I never knew your father, I am sure he was a remarkable, vivacious person; his legacy lives through you.
Barry, Ellie and family: Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved father, Alfred Bernstein. Please know that my heartfelt sympathies are with all of you at this sad time.
I didn’t know you personally, but I have heard many stories from the whole Bernstein family about what an amazing man you were. Every time that Max mentioned his “peepaw”, he had a certain glow to his face that made me realize what a great man you were. You will be missed greatly ,but I know the stories and memories will never stop. Thank you for being an amazing grand father to my best friend Max
I saw your Pop at the Aquarium a couple of years ago. He gave my granddaughter a tour. He was as gracious with her as he was with me during our years together decades ago. He was a mentor to me at work, in faith and in life. We will miss him immensely. He was a great influence in our lives.
I’ve missed you, Al! I’ll always remember your kindness and playfulness! And you always smelled so good when you’d visit us in the office at the aquarium! Love & hugs!
Mr. Bernstein was an incredible man with an amazing family. Our prayers are with the family.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family in your time of need.
Peepaw,
You were the best grandfather in the world! You always knew how to put a smile on my face and you always knew how to make someone laugh so hard they cry. I will miss the straw making noise and everything else about you. I had the best 14 years of my life with you.I love you so much and I will never forget you!
Love,
Sydney