Everyone Asks: "Who is Bernie?"

Bernie’s Place is named after my grandfather, Bernie Shapiro, who was described as one of the friendliest and most likeable men in the community. For sixty-seven years, he owned and operated Shapiro Oil Company and later Union Oil Company. Bernie's greatest joy was his family and friends. He had a natural love of people and his friends and admirers were from every walk of life.

Bernie was an active member of many civic organizations and, along with Union Oil, a quiet benefactor of many charities, including the Cedars Nursing Care Center, where he established the Shapiro Fund.

Bernie had a unique way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the world. He always made everyone feel welcome, and you'll always be welcome at Bernie's Place! -- Adam Shapiro, Proprietor