Bernard A. Herzfeld, 91, of Poughkeepsie died peacefully at home on Thursday, July 1, 2021 with his family by his side. He was affectionately known as "Pops".  Born January 18, 1930 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of George and Lena Rhynders Herzfeld.    He proudly served in United States Naval Reserves.  Pops drove a truck for Hudson Valley Block in the 1980's and more recently with Palumbo Block. He worked well into his 80's, retiring in 2019.  On November 17, 1962 in Poughkeepsie, he married the former Marie Hollister. Mrs. Herzfeld survives at home.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Loretta (Manny) Bougades, Lena (Alvin) Merritt, Lizzie McPhee, Bernard (Heidi) Herzfeld, Linda Sullivan, Geneva Stevens, and Rodney (Leigh) Wager.  His grandchildren include Manelous, Amanda, Natasha, Nicole, Joey, Jennifer, Dana, Jamie, Emily, Bernie, Brittany, Ryan, and Marki.  He was great-grandfather to Kayson, Kolten, Bronson, Dempsey, Arya, Lincoln, Quinten, Josh, Averee, Riley, Ellie, Payton, and Tanner.  Pops is also survived by his sister, Virginia Hatch; brother, Arthur Herzfeld; and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Jean Comer; and brother, Gordon Herzfeld.  In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held Sunday, July 11th at the VFW Post 170, 1 Violet Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY from 12 Noon – 5 PM.    The Herzfeld family respectfully requests please no flowers and memorial donations to the Hudson Valley Hospice Foundation, 80 Washington Street, Suite 204, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 or www.hvhospice.org .  Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park. To send an online condolence or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.