FUNERAL DETAILS
Bernard Zipser
Bernard Zipser, 97, of Traverse City, Michigan, died on 22 August 2015. The Funeral was held at The David Oppenheim Memorial Chapel at Machpelah Cemetery, 21701 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220 on Sunday, 23 August 2015 at 10:30 AM . Rabbi Arielle Rosenberg officiated. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery.
The family of Bernard Zipser will be gathering through the evening of Sunday, August 23 at the residence of Stacie and Jason Ostrofsky, 35070 Valley Forge Dr., Farmington Hills MI 48331. The phone number is 248-310-3524. Bernard Zipser, 97, of Traverse City, MI, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on August 22, 2015. The son of Frank and Estelle Zipser, Bernard ("Bernie") was born in the Bronx and grew up with his brother Sanford (1916-2007) in Rockaway, New York. His father‘s love for the arts inspired his passion for music and theater and after his service in the Army, he attended the University of Alabama, where he studied drama. While working for a mid-western department store he met the love of his life, Julia Ginsburg, the day after Pearl Harbor in 1941. They were married 8 months later and shared nearly 60 years together, until her passing in 2002. Julia was, and always will be, his everlasting light. For most of their marriage, Julia and Bernie called Detroit their home, where they raised their three sons Michael, Eliot, and Howard. He had a long and successful career with United Insurance Company, was active in his community as a Scout Leader and instrumental in the Northwest Junior Athletics Little League, serving as a coach and commissioner for many years. They also lived in Phoenix for a few years and later in life moved to Traverse City, where he was an active congregant and served on the board of Congregation Beth El for many years. He was also involved with the TC Senior Center. He enjoyed singing, telling stories, and posting on Facebook (his last post was just 2 weeks ago on his half birthday), and he always kept his family, friends, and caregivers entertained. He loved attending sporting events and was a devout fan of Alabama football, the teams in Detroit and Michigan, and above all else: HIS New York Yankees. The true pride of his life was his seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. His loving and surviving family are: His sons and daughters-in-law: Michael and Ann of Northport, MI, Eliot of Waterford, MI, and Howard and Mary of Phoenix, AZ. His grandchildren and their spouses: Shawn Zipser, Rebecca and Chris Hoffman, Emily and Jimmy Raisher, Stacie and Jason Ostrofsky, Josh Zipser, Jessica and Ryan Whitney, and Justin Zipser. His great grandchildren: Baille, Peyton, Mia, Sydney, Lizzy, Frankie, Nolan, Noa, Jaxon, and Rex. Many nieces, nephews and in-laws also survive him. His family is grateful for the love and care he received at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in his honor to Congregation Beth El or the Grand Traverse Pavilions, both of Traverse City. It is suggested that those who wish to further honor the memory of Bernard Zipser may do so by making a contribution to: Congregation Beth El - Traverse Cityor Grand Traverse Pavilions Nursing HomeClick to Visit Charity Website |