Bernice C Mazer

Bernice Cohn Mazer was born in Cuero, Texas, to Jake and Molly Cohn, September 14, 1930, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children on November 13, 2022. Bernice graduated from SMU in 1951, then moved to San Antonio, Texas, where she met the love of her life, Larry Mazer. They were engaged after two weeks and were devoted to each other from that day until his passing in 2002. Bernice was a brilliant woman, particularly adept in business. Not surprisingly, she joined her husband in his various businesses, from manufacturing women’s ready-to-wear in Mexico City, to their Tempo retail stores in San Antonio and, of course, in Larry Mazer Tailoring. Bernice was very active in and fulfilled by community life, often in leadership positions and honored by some of these organizations for her tireless efforts. From National Council of Jewish Women, to the Council of Christians and Jews, to Jewish Family Service and, of course, to her beloved Agudas Achim Sisterhood, where the annual rummage sale she initiated was legendary, not only for the funds provided, but for the camaraderie among the women who worked on the project all year long. Most of all, Bernice Mazer will be remembered for her humility, loyalty, wisdom and ceaseless acts of kindness. Our Jewish tradition speaks of an “Eishet Chayil,” translated as a woman of valor, one who is strong and righteous, a nurturer and a warrior, qualities she exhibited until her last waking moments. Our faith also believes that one’s good name or reputation is the ultimate crown jewel of legacy, and Bernice Mazer’s name will always stand for her unselfish, giving ways, a bright light in the lives of so many. Bernice is survived by her three children, Marc Mazer (Jaine), Suzy Schwartz (Jim, of blessed memory) and Sally Bell (Larry), as well as 9 grandchildren, Allie Schwartz (Mike), Rachel Grossman (Idan), Matt Schwartz, Scott Mazer, Ariella Bell, Benny Bell, Eli Bell, Yaakov Bell and Ruchama Bell, and 4 great-grandchildren, Eden Grossman, Tom Grossman, Ben Grossman and Sydney Sarcone-Roach. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you support your favorite charity or send a donation to Congregation Agudas Achim Sisterhood, 16550 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, Texas, 78248. There will be a Memorial Service at Agudas at above address and graveside burial will be at the Agudas Achim Memorial Gardens on 1727 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX, 78218 at 4 PM The family will hold shiva minyans ( additional prayer and celebration services) at The Estancia del Norte Hotel at 37 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX, 78216, on Tuesday and Wednesday night, November 15th and 16th at 6:30 PM.

Bernice C Mazer

September 14, 1930 - November 13, 2022