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Harold

(M.)

Brodsky

Obituary

Harold M. Brodsky of New Britain, CT died on Friday, June 17, 2011 surrounded by his devoted family. A native of Lawrence, Mass., he was born on October 20, 1923 to Sam and Belle (Belford) Brodsky. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years, Judith (Rosenbaum), and his children Mark and Sima Brodsky of West Hartford, CT and Sharon and Howard Richman of Allentown, PA. He also leaves his dear grandchildren: Bonni and Jay Brodsky and Jesse, Adam (Lisa Toff), and Elana Richman. A US Army veteran of World War II, Harold was part of the Army’s 296th Ordinance Company, 84th Infantry Division and the 104th Infantry Division where he served as a Sergeant. Following the war, Harold graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with a B.S. in Metallurgy. Later, he also completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard University. Harold joined Fafnir Bearing in 1947 holding various management positions including Assistant Chief Metallurgist, Assistant Superintendent of the Newington Plant, General Factory Manager, VP of Manufacturing, VP of Operations and Executive Vice President. He became President and CEO of Fafnir Bearing Division of Textron in 1983, and oversaw the sale and merger of the company with Torrington Bearing Division of Ingersoll Rand before retiring in 1987. Always civic minded, Harold served on the regional Board of Directors for numerous organizations including the Disposal Commission for the City of New Britain; The Office of Economic Opportunity of New Britain; the Legal Aid Division of the OEO; the YMCA of New Britain; The New Britain Children’s Museum; the New Britain Public Library; and the United Way of New Britain/ Berlin where as General Chairman in 1985, he led the Annual Fund Drive. Harold also served as Vice Chairman of the Mattabassett District-Regional Water Pollution Control Authority; President of the Rotary Club of New Britain; and was a Corporator of New Britain General Hospital. A golfer, he was also a member of the Shuttle Meadow Country Club and the Saturnites. In the business community, Harold was a Director and member of the Executive Committee of the Burritt Mutual Savings Bank and the Anti-Friction Bearing Manufacturers Association; a Director of the Hartford Manufacturing Association; and on the Board of Directors of Goss Machine Company. Harold served as a trustee for Beth Alom Cemetery Association, was a member of Temple B’nai Israel in New Britain for over 50 years, and a Hadassah Associate. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 19, 2011 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford, with interment following at Beth Alom Cemetery in New Britain. Shiva/calling hours will be observed at the Brodsky home in New Britain Sunday June 19th and Monday June 20th at 7 PM. The family requests that donations in memory of Harold be made to a charity of one’s choice. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Harold, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm

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From: Michael Appell

From Newton, MA

Posted On: September 7, 2011

I have many wonderful memories dating back to his cool white Mustang from circa 1965 - and also how he came to my mom's funeral last year even though he was not feeling 100% well himself. Just a great friend to our family and we will miss him -
Michael Appell

From: DIANE AND RON SALM

From West Hartford, ct

Posted On: June 19, 2011

Dear Brodsky family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of you father, father in law and grandfather.

Love,

The Salm family

From: Naomi Bloom & Ron Wallace

From Fort Myers, FL

Posted On: June 19, 2011

Ron and I are so sorry that we can't be with you, but please know that while we are here in Athens our hearts are in New Britain. Harold was one of the smartest, most sensible, and kindest men I've ever known, and his having gone to MIT was my inspiration for wanting to study physics there. I can't tell you how much it meant to me and Ron, all those many years later, to get reacquainted with Judy and Harold, to spend time with both of them and to understand the example of their lives. We'll look forward to a good visit in August.

From: marsha and irwin weitz

From longmeadow, ma

Posted On: June 19, 2011

Harold was a cousin who always had the right words to make a glass half full. As a child I had lost my mother and it was a confusing time for a ten year old. Harold gave me some words of wisdom that have been with me all these many years. He was a good man and will be missed. Marsha Weitz

From: Bruce Richman

From coventry, cT

Posted On: June 19, 2011

passover sader at the brodsky's a family memorie to be cherrished,

From: jack levin

From delray beach, fl

Posted On: June 19, 2011

judy..our friendship holds many memories..a really good man...my thoughts are with you and your family jack levin

From: Alan and Rickie Whitman

From Westlake Village, CA

Posted On: June 18, 2011

We all loved Harold and shall miss him very much.

We shared your concern for him and now we share your sadness at his loss.

His was a life well lived, and he accomplished much. He will be well remembered by
all who knew him, for his many acts of kindness and for giving freely of his time, efforts and wisdom to the
community and to his family.

We hope you are comforted in knowing that he was well thought of and loved.

He was very proud of everyone in his family and we were all proud of him.

Love, Alan and Rickie

From: Carol Shycoff

From thousand oaks, ca

Posted On: June 24, 2011

My late husband, Alan Shycoff grew up with and went to school with Harold in Lawrence. He admired Harold very much. I was thinking of Harold two days ago. I guess my ESP is in tact. I am so sorry for your loss. Alan died 9/18/2000. Please accept my feelings of deep sympathy.

Sincerely, Carol

From: Bob Seifert

From Highland Heights, Ky

Posted On: June 25, 2011

My father, John S.eifert, was a member of unit 414L. We are sorry for your loss

From: Jim Page

From Deerfield Beach, FL

Posted On: June 21, 2011

Harold was Vice President of Manufacturing when I was in sales. Harold was such a nice man. He was a fine man and a did a wonderful job when we were working for Fafnir. I remember him with great respect. Jim Page, Sales Department.

From: Maggie James

From Rocky Hill, CT

Posted On: June 21, 2011

I worked with Harold back in 1987 at Fafnir Bearing. I was one of two Executive Secretaries, and I found his management style to be unparalleled. He was pleasant and responsive to all employees, no matter what their rank. It was a turbulent time for Fafnir, being sold by Textron, and the factory workers were on strike. Nonetheless, my brief time working with him was something I will always remember. After the sale and merger I moved to another department and was the Fleet Administrator. Harold was about to retire, and I remember him instructing me over and over to be sure there was no company decal on the car he was to receive upon retirement! My condolences to the Brodsky family.

From: National Timberwolf Association 104th Infantry Division

From Wichita, KS

Posted On: June 22, 2011

I will turn home at last once more
Knowing that a true soldier's rest
Once earned is sweet
His peace complete
Who gave until the last his best

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