November 1, 1931 - October 29, 2018 Bernard "Bernie" Grobisen passed away suddenly just three days shy of his 87th birthday. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Rita Rush Stempler Grobisen, sons, David Grobisen of San Diego, Martin Grobisen of Tampa, Florida, Dennis Stempler of Menlo Park, Kenneth Stempler of Nashua, New Hampshire and daughters, Judie Grobisen Garnett of Santa Monica, Marla Stempler of Camarillo and grandchildren: Jackie, Sam, Sean, Brandon, Jacob, Hannah, Jeremiah and Ian. Bernie was born in Coney Island, New York to parents, Jacob "Jake" Grobeisen and Rebecca "Beckie" Nachinoff Grobeisen. His first wife, Lorraine Ehrlich Grobisen, sister, Fay "Fannie" Grobeisen Starr and brother, Morris S. "Murray" Grobeson, predeceased him. Bernie was known for his depth of character and strong values of integrity, hard work, loyalty, humility, and devotion to family and friends. His passions were traveling with Rita to far-flung locales like Italy, England, and Israel, the New York Yankees, the daily crossword puzzle, and lively debates about history and politics. Bernie was selected to attend the specialized math and science school, Stuyvesant High School in New York City and he graduated in 1949. Bernie enlisted in the Army in 1952, and served as a corporal with the MP Command at the Armory in Philadelphia, Fort Knox, Kentucky and Camp Kilmer, New Jersey during the Korean War. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and was Honorably Discharged from the Army Reserves in 1960. Bernie moved from Brooklyn to Los Angeles in 1958 to join his brother, Murray, in the catering business. He was a founding member of the Temple Solael Reform Congregation in Canoga Park and was elected as the President of the Brotherhood. Bernie enjoyed 23 years of retirement with Rita, their children and grandchildren. They had many wonderful years driving their RV around the continental United States, Alaska, Canada and Mexico. Bernie and Rita moved from Woodland Hills to Leisure Village in Camarillo in 2009. He participated in many of the clubhouse social activities including poker club and gym group. Bernie leaves behind lifelong friends who enjoyed his warmth, intellect, good humor, bad puns, and great storytelling throughout the years. He will be remembered for his booming laugh, outspoken personality, and his ability to make those around him smile.