Bernard D. Marino

Bernie was born in Manhattan, NY, the son of Vito and Amelia Marino and brother to Lorraine and Donald. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Manhattan College and his MBA from New York University.

After meeting Florence at a church dance in 1954, Bernie soon took her on their first date to the Winter Garden Theater on Broadway. He returned home to New York after completing two years of service in the United States Army and nine days later he married the love of his life, Florence, in October 1958. The couple eventually settled in Dunwoody, Georgia raising their family and enjoyed being married for nearly 65 years. Florence died in June 2024 and Bernie missed his bride dearly.

Bernie led a very full life. After college he had several financial positions with Fortune 500 companies, including the role of CFO. His career took his family all over the country. He then cofounded Management Campus Institute, a management consulting firm. Starting a new business during the 1970’s recession was not an easy feat: nevertheless, they persevered and succeeded. Eventually, Bernie started his own business, Resource Management Consultants. His extensive client list was filled with Fortune 500 companies, mid-cap organizations and family-owned businesses taking him all over the world. One of his corporate positions was with Pepsi Cola and later Coca Cola became one of his main clients.

His varied experience and deep knowledge led him to write and publish the Handbook of Capital Expenditure Management. Not only did he enjoy consulting with professionals, he also taught his children and grandchildren sound financial management skills. Bernie never officially retired as he continued to dabble in his career until he was 90. His youthful appearance, excellent physical condition and sharp mind allowed him to do so. Quite simply, Bernie was a financial guru. There was always a Barron’s or a Wall Street Journal on the kitchen table. He was driven to understand the stock market and always had his eye on his next stock trade.

Dubbed “Mr. Baseball”, Bernie’s passion for the game developed as a young boy watching the Yankees play at Yankee stadium near his boyhood home. As a devoted Braves fan, he became the President of the Atlanta Braves Fans Club. His Braves and Yankees memorabilia collection is impressive, and he never grew tired of watching games and talking baseball.

Bernie was a founding member of All Saints Catholic Church. He was actively involved serving the Knights of Columbus, Saint Vincent de Paul, Pallbearer ministry and a Eucharistic Minister and Acolyte. A very compassionate and giving man, he assisted numerous charities including St. Labre Indian School and The Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict.

Wanting to preserve the small-town feel of Dunwoody and help manage growth, Bernie was President of Dunwoody Homeowners Association for many years in the 1970s and 1980s. Bernie was instrumental in keeping the Williamsburg style of Dunwoody Village; convincing business owners to not use neon signs; and reaching an agreement with Pizza Hut to open the Dunwoody Pizza Hut without a red roof, the only one in the nation.

With a deep fondness for music and dance, Bernie was also on the board of the Dunwoody Stage Door Players. He had a passion for travel, visiting numerous countries with his late wife. At the age 91, he had trips planned to Sicily, New Orleans, French Polynesia and who knows where else.

Bernie is proceeded in death by his parents, Vito and Amelia Marino, wife Florence Marino and brother Donald Marino.

Bernard is survived by his loving family of five children, Mary Harrison (Ray Goff), Bernie Marino (Jill Marino), Beth Marino, Stephanie Marino (Rich Ramires), and Stacy Marino (Larry Towner). Cherished Grandfather to four grandchildren Nick Marino, Rosa-Lee Marino Frank (Matt Frank), Preston Burns and Dawson Burns. Sister Lorraine Sperrazza (Louis Sperrazza) and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive family and friends on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, from 3-7 pm at H.M. Patterson & Son Oglethorpe Hill Chapel, 4550 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319. The Rosary will be said at 6:30 pm.

A Memorial Mass to celebrate Bernie’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, at All Saints Catholic Church in Dunwoody, GA. A luncheon will follow at Dunwoody Country Club. If you plan to attend the luncheon, kindly RSVP by calling Stephanie Marino at 678.478.2806. Please respond by May 1st.

To honor Bernie’s loving, charitable and giving spirit, please make contributions to St. Labre Indian School instead of sending flowers. Donations for St. Labre Indian School in Ashland, Montana may be made at https://www.stlabre.org/ways-to-give/.

H.M. Paterson & Son is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at dignitymemorial.com.