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New York, NY (77WABC) — It is with profound sadness that Red Apple Media, Inc. announces the death of 77WABC Host Bernard McGuirk at the age of 64.
Mr. McGuirk, host of the “Bernie & Sid in the Morning” Program with co-host Sid Rosenberg, died on Wednesday, Oct. 5th, 2022 following a courageous battle with prostate cancer.
He leaves behind a wife Carol and two children, Melanie and Brendan.
77WABC plans to air a special tribute to the late Mr. McGuirk on Tuesday, October 11th.
Services for Mr. McGuirk have not yet been announced.
Please leave messages, memories and condolences below.
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I’ve listened to Bernie and Sid since Imus 1986.
One of the highlights of my life was the cameo my law firm set up with Sid. I only wish I could have had another cameo with Bernie.
Our deepest condolences to the 77WABC family and friends. And of course to Bernie’s beloved family.
R.I.P
RIP to a fine Irishman who will truly be missed and I’m sure Sid will help to carry on his legacy 🙏🍀
I live in Chicago and have been listening to Bernie and Sid every morning for the last 2 years. To me it was like having this incredible new radio voice to hear who thought the way I do. Bernie was important to people all over the country. Not just NYC. Almost a year to the day of losing my father, today is another sad day as I reflect on all the men who have influenced me in my life. He will be missed greatly.
Teary Eyed and sad. Bernie has been living in my ears since the Imus days. I was amazed at the characters Bernie portrayed and made me laugh. His wisdom and Insights steered every Show he blessed. RIP my Lovely Bernie. Your podcasts will be listened forever.
Rest in peace!
After listening to Bernie for so many, many years I felt that I got to know him: what a brilliant, funny, passionate, loyal, patriotic man he was. A good man…
I will miss him greatly. My sincere condolences to his family and his colleagues.
Sadly missed ! SUPER RADIO PERSONALITY. HE WAS LIKE A FRIEND. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE WABC FAMILY AND SPECIAL PRAYERS FOR BERNIES FAMILY
My sincerest condolences to the family and radio friends and colleagues on the devastating loss of Bernie. He had a unique way of making you feel like you were his close friend. I normally don’t get emotional but hearing his friend Sid on the radio I broke down our hearts are heavy but his memory will live on in our hearts.
I first met Bernie when he had a long pony tail at an Don Imus fund raiser. As a New Yorker(now Florida) I will miss his combination of intelligence & humor
Condolences to his family
I am so sorry for the loss of a great legend. He will be missed! He was very smart & witty. Condolences to his family & his WABC family as well!
My deepest condolences & prayers to his Family 💜 Rest In Peace 💜
Rest In Peace Bernie, I listen to you every morning, the station will miss you 🥰 you will be missed.👏
My condolences to all. He will be missed.
My condolences to his family and Co workers! I He will be missed. 🙏🙏
Very sad news. Prayers for Bernie & his family.
Thank you for all the wonderful years of broadcasting. I so looked forward to each show. Rest In Peace, my friend!
So sad May he rest in peace
RIP to a fine Irishman who will truly be missed and I’m sure Sid will help to carry on his legacy 🙏🍀
A radio legend is gone. Irreplaceable indeed. I learned so much from you Bernie. You will be missed. Deepest condolences to Sid, his family and the WABC family. Your out of pain now Bernie. Rest In Peace. 💔😢🙏
So sorry RIP Bernie, Loved listening to you in the morning getting ready for work, you will be truly missed Prayers to family and friends, and coworker, ( Sid Be strong)
We’ve been fans of Bernie ‘s since forever. Such a beautiful spirit! Godspeed and condolences to his family and all of you at WABC Jean and Rich Butte, Mt
Bernie’s quick whit and common sense will truly be missed. Another radio legend who can never be replaced. Loved listening for many years. Will pray for him and his family as he was taken way too soon.
Bernie was a great guy, spot on about our country and a wonderful American , God be with him and his family.
Always an everyday listener with Sid in South Florida. Then always an everyday listener to the best talent and entertainment combo EVER with Bernie and Sid midday and then the morning show on 77WABC. Heartbroken and hurting … truly hurting.
RIP Bernie! My heart is very sad today! You have been a huge part of my life for over 20 years! You always made me smile! You and Sid made us all feel like we are part of your families for which I am eternally grateful! You will be missed!!
To all friends and family, deepest condolences. You’ll be missed Bernie…
Devastating loss, words for me cannot describe the sorrow I feel for all of us who enjoyed Bernie’s work, condolences to his wife, children, and his dad… RIP Bernie
Bernie it was a honor hearing your truth be told on air ! we will never forget a true icon Rest In Peace my friend you will not be forgotten !
Bernie thank you for making me laugh, think, question and now cry……
You have touched so many people by saying what we all sometimes think but did not have the balls to say.
Rest In Peace.
Don’t worry Sid will carry the torch of truth even if he was a democrat only a short time ago….
Such a sad day so sorry to hear about his passing. He will be missed by all. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be in our hearts forever…. ^j^
I found him to be the Greatest, tuned in for years to Imus, just to hear Bernie. He’s in Heaven
Bernie to me was a very real home spun personality.. the way he dealt with issues was easy for the common person to relate to.
Condolences to his family and his lovely wife.. I was delighted and enriched to have known him..
Rest eternally and the Embrace of God..
Be Jesus We will miss you terribly! And may you join imus and your deceased family and friends in heaven
Rest In Peace Bernie, I listen to you every morning, the station will miss you 🥰 you will be missed.👏
Bernie has been a part of my mornings for more years than I can remember. I will miss hearing his wit and endless intellect. Who he was will live on in our memories of him. . Rest In Peace as you look over you family and friends
.. Waking up in Arizona will never be the same . May God bless you and your family ..
Bernie- May you be free from pain & suffering. Watch &. protect your family from heaven. I will miss your humor, your intelligence & ability to always put everything in perspective. God Rest Your Soul
Ah man, mornings will just not be the same. McGuirk was one of a kind. I started listening to him on Imus and continued to do so and loved it even more when he and Sidney took over. Legit, they were the best morning show in the US. I know more about NY happenings than I know about my home here in NC. I will say a prayer for Carol and the kids, the staff of WABC, and a special prayer for Sid. Thank you Mr Catz for giving us such special individuals on WABC.
Bernie,
We will miss you dearly. I was lucky enough to hear you in 2017 on Imus. You were amazing on Bernie and Sid and I listened every day. You were a part of my daily routine and I’ll miss you, along with many many others. RIP.
I began watching Bernie when he was on the Imus tv show. I started listening to Sid and Bernie a few years ago after being a life long WJR listener from Detroit. We’ll miss him. It’s like losing a family member.
It is a sad day in radio, he will be dearly missed ,my thoughts and prayer go out to his family
Bernie I felt you were a friend though we never met. I looked forward to hearing your humor and wisdom everyday.
I am very sad to hear of Bernie’s passing it will
Never be the same on the radio not to hear his voice
And his jokes
A radio legend is gone. Irreplaceable indeed. I learned so much from you Bernie. You will be missed. Deepest condolences to Sid, his family and the WABC family. Your out of pain now Bernie. Rest In Peace. 💔😢🙏
God bless your soul Bernie. ❤️🙏
Bernie was a good man. Honestly and unapologetically sincere.
I will miss his voice in the morning.
God bless his family.
As the Cardinal would say ……….. and God Bless
Rest In Peace you will be missed
Bernie; was a funny, intelligent , and entertaining voice on the radio. From one Bronx guy to another you will be missed!!
The world lost a great person and, although I never met him, i will mourn for him as if I did. I will forever remember his honesty and integrity that you could feel over the radiowaves. His impersonations were great as well (i.e. the Cardinal). Prayers to his whole family. God Bless
I’m going to miss you Bernie. There is nobody on the planet who will get as many answers right on something like a “Beat Bernie”. You were definitely a superior intellect favored with Irish Catholic New Yorker!
Our heart breaks for a great man who came from a humble upbringing and never forgot who he was. Thank you for the years of direct honest morning talk. You will be so missed! Prayers for your family. Be at peace.