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Abraham

(S.)

Homar

Obituary

Abraham Samuel Homar of West Hartford, adored husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, World War II hero and a proud member of the Greatest Generation passed away on December 6, 2014 at the age of 95.

Abe was the son of Molly and Harry Homar and grew up on Acton Street in Hartford at a time when children played outside from morning til dusk. He and his brother and best friend Ben, along with many other neighborhood children, rode their bikes carefree through the streets of Hartford. Abe was a proud graduate of Weaver High School class of 1938 and excelled in football.

Abe’s life changed dramatically as he entered the Air Force and began his five year service proudly serving his country. He was a Technical Sergeant aerial gunner in the 91st Bomb Group, flying 30 missions over Germany before being shot down and spending 18 months as a prisoner of war. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross., among others. His war experiences shaped the rest of his life. He faced unimaginable hardship, cruelty and danger and promised himself that if he would make it home alive he would never forget what he had seen, heard or learned and vowed to live the rest of his life grateful to have that opportunity when so many of his friends and comrades did not. He vowed to never forget the war and live his life with energy, enthusiasm, positivity and love for everyone.

After the war, Abe met Judith Spector at a dance. Abe and Judy were married for sixty-seven years. They raised their family on Colebrook Street in Hartford, moving to Fuller Drive in West Hartford in 1959.

Abe was known as a “legend” in the liquor industry in Connecticut. His career spanned over a seventy year period of work. As a teenager, he helped his father Harry delivering soda and seltzer throughout Hartford. After the war he founded American Club Beverage Company, followed by years at the Pequot Spring Water Company, Max Lewis Liquor and finally, a forty-seven year stint at the company now known as Brescome Barton in North Haven. He retired at the age of 93, very proud to have earned the respect of his colleagues and customers. Dad’s customers were very important to him. He cared about their lives and their families. He enjoyed sharing his career with his brother Ben who worked for the same company.

Abe took great interest in veterans’ affairs and worked tirelessly through local and national chapters. He was the chaplain of the local chapter of the Jewish War Veterans and active in Connecticut and national POW groups. For many years he bought and placed flags at the graves of veterans in Hartford area cemeteries and spoke to high school classes about his experiences. He walked in the Veterans Day Parade every year and proudly served as the Grand Marshall in the Hartford parade.

Besides his wife Judith, he was the beloved and respected father of Carol and Joseph Waxman of West Hartford and Joan and David Beschen of Issaquah, Washington, grandfather of Will and Lauren Harrison, Corey and Megan Waxman, Emily Beschen and Megan Ellman, M.D. He was the much loved Poppy of Whit, Colton and Arianna. Abe was the devoted brother of Benjamin Homar of Newington and the uncle of Howard and JoAnn Homar, Janis Homar, Steven Spector and Amy Lopez. He also leaves many cherished relatives, friends, neighbors and colleagues.

The family is grateful to many people who lovingly cared for Abe over the last two years. Staff from the Veterans Administration, including Dr. Margaret Raithier and visiting nurse Joann Papillo provided professional and compassionate care. The Visiting Nurses Association, in particular, Martin and Allston, contributed medical services and companionship to Dad. The medical and social work staff at the Hebrew Home Rehab and 2 South administered extraordinary care and comfort. Neighbors on Fuller Drive and many friends supported Judy and Abe throughout his illness.

Dad, we have been blessed by your warmth, wisdom, wit and strength, by your bravery and resilience. We praise the way that Abe Homar lived his life – a gentleman, a friend and mentor, a model husband, father and grandfather. We will love you and will miss you all the days of our lives.

The funeral will be held on December 9, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington

Avenue, Hartford followed by burial at the Hartford Mutual Society Cemetery in East Granby. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Abraham S. Homar please visit online @www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm

Please consider in lieu of flowers, a contribution to the Wounded Warrior Project at woundedwarriorproject.org or Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 75817, Topeka, Kansas 66675 to honor Abe’s military service.

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From: Marcella Fahey

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: December 12, 2014

Abe was an impressive man with a good heart. I knew him from our fight to add a POW license plate to the choices at the DMV. I introduced the bill and brought it to the General Assembly and fought the fight it took and got it for all POWs who wanted to display that sad part of their life's. Abe went on to do many more things with his life. His family has every right to be proud of their heritage through him. Enjoy heaven, Abe. You deserve it. Marcella

From: marshall wice

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: December 7, 2014

I have known ABE since our days on Acton Street in Hartford. I am not going to embellish this tribute just to say ABE was every thing that was said in his obit, and all I can add is He was a GOOD guy and I am proud to have known him. ABE now rest In peace, you deserve it, for all the good you brought to our world... Maish Wice

From: Marilyn (Golden) and Alan Byer

From The Villages, FLorida

Posted On: December 7, 2014

Dear Carol,
Heartfelt hugs to you, Joey,your Mom and your entire family.
I remember your Dad fondly and hope your favorite memories of times shared with him bring you comfort through the years.
He was so blessed to share so many years with your beautiful Mom and to have his loving family close by so he could be a part of their lives for so very long.
Love, Marilyn (Golden) and Alan Byer

From: Fran & Allen Maltz

From Waban, MA

Posted On: December 7, 2014

As the beautiful legacy of his life continues, may this brave and valiant soldier be blessed with well-deserved and eternal peace.
With love, Fran & Allen Maltz

From: Howard and Jill Levine

From Windsor, Connecticut

Posted On: December 7, 2014

Abe Homar was perhaps the kindest man we ever knew. It is no small wonder that his children too are kind, caring women. He was a true patriot who loved his country and a fine example for his entire family to emulate. His beloved Judy was his partner in life and together they taught us all what marriage should be. It was our pleasure to have known Abe Homar. May he enjoy the rest he so deservedly earned.

From: Rachel Edelstein-Penn

From Barrington, ri

Posted On: December 7, 2014

When I think of Abie, I think of a caring lovely person. Even though my dad, Samuel Edelstein passed away when I was two yrs old, Abie never forgot my mother. Every year at the holidays he would stop by to see her and bring her a bottle of wine. This caring act continued until my mom moved out of her home, long after us kids had grown up, and had families if our own.

To Abie's wife and family, may the memories of Abie, sustain you during this sad time. I send my sincerest condolences.

Thinking of all of you, Rachel Edelstein-Penn

From: Fraydele Massey

From Surprise, AZ

Posted On: December 7, 2014

Carol, so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

From: Mark Kaplan

From Hamden, CT

Posted On: December 8, 2014

My condolences to your family. I thank you for the many years of cherished friendship between Abe and my father, Philip Kaplan. When my dad moved to Hartford, not knowing a soul, he joined a jewish men's club and started a life-long friendship with Abe. Abe was always a mensch; I remember how it felt good just to be around him -- he enriched so many lives! Maybe he and pop will start playing poker again with the other West Hartford boys! They didn't come any better than Abe. May he rest in peace.

From: Sid Rabin

From Ellington, Ct.

Posted On: December 8, 2014

Many kind things have been said about Abe, but no matter how hard we try to praise the man, it all comes out understated.

He was truly a "mench" in every sence of the word. Always kind,always smiling, and one of the hardest working men I have known. Let us also not forget his service and continuing efforts for veterans in this state.

From: steven j leon

From farmington, CONNECTICUT

Posted On: December 8, 2014

I am the son of Danny Leon and grandson of Sophie Bloom. Abe called on Blooms Package Store in Windsor probably since the early 1950s. I have fond memories of Abe calling on my dad, always corkscrews for sale in the trunk. Rick Lustig, your neighbor was my college room mate. We were a couple of Abe fans, as a legend in the Liquor business no one will ever fill his shoes.

From: Amy Spector Lopez

From west haven, Connecticut

Posted On: December 8, 2014

Uncle Abe, you will truly be missed but will always live on in mine and my children's hearts through sharing your life long stories. We will keep your memory and the memories of your war stories for all future generations to know. We love you forever.

From: Freddy and Jonathan Goldstein

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: December 7, 2014

This is a very sad day for us learning of Abe's passing away. He will always be remembered, like you said, a gentleman, a hard worker, considerate of others and not a mean bone in his body. Our thoughts are with all of you and we will always remember Abe with a smile.
Fredda and Jon Goldstein

From: Todd Rosenthal

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: December 8, 2014

I feel so privileged to have visited with Abe over the last few weeks in my role as as a volunteer at the Hebrew Home. What a remarkable man. My condolences to the entire Homar family.

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