"I\'m sorry to hear about Myer\'s passing. Working for Dr. Bornstein many years ago (early 90\'s), he was always a great boss and loved by the patients. I have many good memories from that time and admired his photography back then as well. Rest in Peace, Dr. Bornstein. To his family, so sorry for your loss. ~Danielle (Radey) Cormier "
In loving memory of
Myer S. Bornstein
September 7, 1938 - June 6, 2020
Dr. Myer S. Bornstein of Taunton, MA, passed at the age of 81 on June 6, 2020, succumbing to complications from Covid-19. Born on September 7, 1938, in Boston Massachusetts, Myer is predeceased in death by his parents Abram and Celia Bornstein, and his sister Claire Stairs. He is survived by: his two former wives (nee Judith Green and Janet Gardner; five children and their wives, Aaron and Diem Bornstein, Gary and Eser Bornstein, Barry Bornstein, Michael Gardner Bornstein, Paul and Michelle Cairol-Bornstein; his three grandchildren Kyle, Ira, and Elia; great-granddaughter Abigail; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Dr. Bornstein served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam war and obtained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. After graduating from the Northeastern and University of Vermont in 1965 with a degree in medicine, Dr. Bornstein went on to a distinguished career in obstetrics and gynecology, working at Charlton and Truesdale Memorial Hospitals in Fall River, MA, New London Hospital in New London, N.H., and finishing as Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Medical Director at Morton Hospital in Taunton, MA. Additionally, he served as Medical Director for Seminole Point Rehabilitation Center in Sunapee, N.H. and was a former President of the Massachusetts Medical Society. In his personal life, Dr. Bornstein enjoyed a variety of interests: stamp collecting, hunting, training, and showing dogs, coaching youth hockey, skiing, gardening, horseback riding, reading, Naturalist for mass Audubon society and was an award-winning photographer.
While Dr. Bornstein will surely be missed by his friends, family, former colleagues and patients, the family will be holding a closed service. Dr. Bornstein will be laid to rest at Bourne National Cemetery with full Military Honors. (With respect to his avid interest in nature and photography, donations can be made in his name to Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, Mass Audubon, 1280 Horseneck Rd. Westport, MA 02790, National Audubon Society and National Diabetes Association.)
Arrangements provided by Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay St. Taunton, MA 02780. For directions or to leave the family an online condolence, please visit www.r-mfh.com.
Tributes
"I\'m sorry that I am just hearing of the loss of Myer. I had the pleasure of working with him at Morton Hospital where he always treated patients and staff with the utmost respect and compassion. He was always there whenever we needed him. I so enjoyed his incredible talent in photography and his fabulous stories of wonderful adventures. May you find peace in memories. Nancy Renaud"
"I remember "Dr. B" not only as a wonderful colleague, but also as a kindred spirit in his love of nature and the outdoors. Those of us who worked the night shift in L&D always knew we could count on him to be there for his patients, and for us. So glad he was able to enjoy his passion for wildlife photography full time once he retired. He will be missed."
"I was so sorry to hear of your passing. My deepest sympathies to your family, co-workers and friends. You were my doctor for many years and a friend. May you rest in peace Dr. Bornstein....."
"I am so sorry for your loss. I met Myer at a birding festival in West Virginia and have followed his photography on Facebook ever since. He was talented and kind. He will be missed."
"My sincerest condolences to all the family I have so many happy memories of working for Dr Bornstein in his Taunton office. Love Loretta"
"My sincere condolences to the family. He not only my Dr. for my daughter but a family friend. He was kind and caring."
"Myer was a special part of my life. He inspired my love for adventures and opened a whole new world to me. May he rest in peace. Well done good and faithful servant, you made a great difference in many lives.Sandy Quadros Bowles"
"Dr. Bornstein was a great man. He was willing to treat pregnant women with addictive disorders when no one in Fall River was willing to do it. SSTAR and the many women and healthy babies he delivered will be eternally grateful for his quality of care and compassion. I will also miss opening my Facebook page to see his photographs. I was always in awa of his eye and his ability to capture such beautiful sights for all of us to share. God Speed."
"When I came to Morton Hospital in 2002, Myer was the among the first to welcome me. He made me feel a part of the Moho team. His leadership, kindness, and compassion were a model for me everyday. More than that, I counted him as a friend.I always thought I would see you again, Myer. Rest in peace my friend."
"The Doc was very special to me. He gave me a childhood that I would not have had without him. His generosity was unmeasurable. He included me in his familys functions, and he truly made me feel included. My heart goes out to the entire family, you have all made me feel like family and I love you all so much. I will forever be grateful for my times spent with Myer, and all of you. He will be greatly missed and remembered as I reflect on my own life."
"Dad you not only touched us your children and family , but your coleagues and 1000s of paients you will be greatly missed. I take comfort in knowing that the recent 5 years we spent reconnecting was worth its weight in gold and knowing that I have you watching over me with aunt claire and grandma and grandpa,. I MAY NOT HAVE SAID IT ENOUGH BUT I LOVE YOU DAD --BARRY"
"So sorry to hear about the death of your father. Myer took me on my very first birding tour with the Mass Audubon six or seven years ago, looking for snowy owls. We remained close on social media and I loved seeing his work. I will miss him. My thoughts are with you all. Chris"
"An amazing photographer with a kind heart and great stories to tell. It was a pleasure to know and spend time with him. Sincere condolences to everyone in Myer's family."
"Although I never met Dr. Bornstein, I loved his photos of nature and commented on many of them. I was saddened tohear of his passing due to CV 19 complications."
"Meyer was a very kind man and a wonderful photographer. May he Rest In Peace and my deepest sympathy to his family."
"A kind and gentle man, he will be greatly missed."