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Bernard Verin Obituary

Verin, Bernard D. (10/16/21-2/26/11) Predeceased by parents Marusia Kahaner Verin and Leo Verin from Ukraine, sisters Olga Kreisberg & Layna Verin, & loving wife of 50 years Beatrice Gordon Verin. Attended Senn HS and U of MN (Bachelor of Electrical Engineering). Served in WW II as 2nd LT and fought at Omaha Beach. Trading rations for fresh butter and eggs from French farmers, he learned to make crepes and omelets on the field. Known widely as "Chef Bernardo", Bernie hosted dinner parties and made spectacular cakes for special occasion for friends and family. Owner of a printing business and resident of Highland Park for 40 years, sailor, bridge champion, world traveler and tennis player. Survived by children, Richard (Masako), Linda (Rick Clay), Helene and Nina Verin, and 10 grandchildren, Rachel, Noah, Angelica, Nico, Leo Verin; David and Reuben Clay; Ryder Ripps; Mick and Elana Dahlberg, as well as his companion, Liela Halperin. He will be buried at Arlington Cemetery. A celebration of his life will be held at Manny's,1141 S. Jefferson, Wed, 3/30, 2 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Preservation Chicago 4410 N. Ravenswood Chicago 60640 or Nat. Museum American Jewish Military History 1811R St. NW Wash D.C. 20009.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2011.

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Paula Brooks

June 9, 2011

I worked for your Dad for a few weeks while I was in school. He was a great boss and a really nice guy. Its been 40 years, and I have never forgotten his kindnesses to me. My deepest sympathy on you r loss. Paula Brooks

Chadd Berkun

March 5, 2011

Children and grandchildren of the one and only Chef Bernardo,
Sue, I, Mara and Sarah share wonderful memories of Bernie. They are all sweet in more ways than one.

Love Always,

The Berkuns

March 4, 2011

Linda, Helene, Nina, Richard-

It is with great sorrow that we offer you our sympathy for your loss. Bernie had a great life and we were privileged to have shared some of it with him. He and Bea were our best friends and we enjoyed many precious times with them. It was a blessing to be Bernie's friend and we are proud to have known him. Love to all of you.

Cheli and Bob Diamant

March 1, 2011

Linda...I am so sorry for your loss. I only met your dad once and briefly. I know you loved him and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Lynn Johns

steve halperin

February 28, 2011

Linda,Nina,Helene & Richard.
I am so sorry for your loss.
He meant a lot to many of us.

February 28, 2011

Linda I am so sorry for your loss. I only met your dad once and briefly. I know you loved him and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Stuart Baum

February 28, 2011

My deepest sympathy Linda, Richard, Helene, Nina, spouses and children. I will remember him fondly.

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