Unfortunately, I just learned of Bernie's passing. The last I was in contact with Bernie was in January, when he told me about his condition. Bernie was a fun, kind, warm, funny and brilliant man. I grew to know and love Bernie through our song writing sessions at the Lakehouse Music Academy. He was a fabulous lyricist. My favorite of his songs was the one where subject of the song gets lost in Kentucky and ends up in a church where people are passing snakes around. We shared great times with Bernie and Ann in Bonita Springs, FL, too. Bernie's passing leaves a huge void for all who knew and loved him. Keep writing those wonderful songs, Bernie. Rest in peace, my friend.
