Charles M. Bernstein, MD Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Charles M. Bernstein, MD, passed away on February 2, 2013 in Boca Raton, FL at the age of 83. Charles was born on February 19, 1929, the son of Maurice and Mary Bernstein. He grew up in Marshalltown, Iowa and received his BS and MD degrees from the University of Iowa in 1954. After medical school, he was commissioned as a Captain in the U.S. Army Medical Corps and served in Verona, Italy. He specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) and was in private practice in Encino and Tarzana, CA for over 30 years. Charles was board certified by the American Board of OB/GYNs, was a member of the CA Medical Association, the Kansas City Gynecological Society, and the Los Angeles OB/GYN Society. He was also a fellow of the American College of OB/GYNs. Charles married Sharyn Glaser on October 19, 1985 at Temple Judea in Tarzana, CA. The happy couple lived initially in Encino, CA, then LaQuinta, CA, Kansas City, MO and finally Boca Raton, FL. While living in Kansas City, Chuck and Sharyn were members of Congregation Beth Shalom and Oakwood Country Club. Chuck is survived by Sharyn, his loving wife of 27 years; children: Ellyn Gerson, Lisa Beckerman, Mia Citrin, and Todd Bernstein; brother, Gordon Bernstein, MD, and five grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at Sheffield Cemetery in Kansas City, MO. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University of Iowa Foundation, PO Box 4550, Iowa City, IA 52244-4550, Beth Shalom Synagogue or a charity of one’s choice.

Charles M. Bernstein, MD

February 19, 1929 - February 2, 2013