Bernard Behr Cedar
On October 25, 2021; Age 91; of Voorhees formerly of Willingboro, NJ; Devoted father of David (Annabelle) of Haddonfield and Josh (Paula) of Collingswood; Cherished grandfather of Jake, Andrew, Evan, Leah, Madeline and Matthew; Dear brother of Rebecca (Arthur) Alssid of Boston.
Bernard was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Syracuse University where he earned his Master’s degree in Planning. He spent over three decades as Planning Director for Burlington County. He coached youth soccer in Willingboro. He enjoyed traveling including several gastronomic tours in Europe with his sister. Bernard was passionate about genealogy and traveled extensively investigating family roots. However, Bernard’s greatest passion was his six grandchildren. He was a fixture on the sidelines and in the audience for every activity his grandchildren participated in.
Bernard’s family will greet friends on Thursday, Oct. 28th, 6-8 PM at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ. His Graveside Service will be held on Friday, Oct. 29th at 10:30 AM at Mount Lebanon Cemetery, 7800 Myrtle Ave., Glendale, NY 11385. We will meet at the cemetery office and drive to the gravesite in procession. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bernard may be made to a charity of your choice.