Bernard Joseph Giarraputo, "Bernie," 77, of Glen Head passed away peacefully on Monday, January 11, 2021, at the Inn at Melville.

Bernie was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Josephine and Vincent Giarraputo.

He earned his Bachelor's degree in Foreign Language at St. John's University in Queens, NY, and an Educational Administration at Hofstra University. He served as an Attendance Coordinator and Dean at North Shore High School, as well as a Spanish teacher earlier in his career. He retired in 2000. But Bernie did not stop serving. Perhaps you recognize him as an usher for St. Patrick's Church in Glen Cove, a former member of the Knights of Columbus, or from his second fulfilling career caring for bereaved families at McLaughlin, Kramer, and Megiel Funeral Home.

Bernie is survived by his wife of 54 years, Janet, his sons Bernard Garra (Pamela) of Stamford, CT, and Vincent Giarraputo (Tara) of Huntington, NY, and his granddaughters Julia and Sarah.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 16th, at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Martyr Parish at 145 Glen Avenue in Sea Cliff, NY 11579. Attendance is restricted to immediate family. A memorial service is being planned for the Spring.

In lieu of flowers please send contributions in his name to St. Boniface Martyr Parish at the address above.