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Harold

Epstein

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EPSTEIN, Harold

Harold Epstein, 88, of West hartford, CT and Sunny Isle, Florida.,died thursday, October 24, 2013. He was the beloved husband of the late Mildred (Milly) Epstein, his childhood sweetheart. Born in Hartford, he was the son of Samuel and Shirley (Derefsky) Epstein. He graduated Weaver High School. He served in the United States Merchant Marines as a Merchant Seaman 1st Class during WW II aboard the S.S. Web Miller and the S. S. Cape Texas. He was a proud member of the CT Free Masons and was the youngest Entered Apprentice in his Lodge. In 1949 he co- founded Epstein Bros. Floor Covering, which became a leading CT floor covering company.

He is survived by his children, Elaine E. Rosen, Susan and Marty Ungar, and Mark Epstein. He also leaves behind his sister Linda and her husband Albert Reichin. He was predeceased by his brothers Jerold and Arthur Epstein and his sisters Marjorie Strano and Barbara Masters. He leaves his grandchildren Stacey Rosen. Scott Rosen, Amy Churchill and husband Jon, Jenny Kabakoff and husband Randy, and Max Epstein. He leaves five cherished great grandchildren, Michael Savo, Eli and Lucy Kabakoff, and Charlotte and Reed Churchill.He also leaves behind many loved nieces and nephews. He was very lucky to have shared 10 years with his wonderful friend, Ronnie Greenfield. Harold was the patriarch of his family. He adored them and taking care of and protecting them was his life’s work

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Sunday, October 27, 2013 in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with Rabbi James Rosen officiating. Internment will follow in Beth Alom Cemetery, Allen St., New Britain.The family will receive relatives and friends afterward at Beth El Temple 2626 Albany Ave. in West Hartford.

Shiva will be observed at the home of Susan Ungar, 2 Wyeth Drive, Bloomfield, Sunday and Monday from 6:00- 8:30. Many thanks to Hartford Hospital’s Palliative Care for their kindness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Lung Association or Beth El Temple in West Hartford.

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From: Sandy Berkon

From Delray Beach, FL

Posted On: October 27, 2013

Linda & Family
May it help to know that I am thinking of you at this time with the passing of your beloved brother.

From: Terri North

From boston, Massachusetts (MA)

Posted On: October 28, 2013

I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I have some great memories of Uncle Harold and our childhood and share the sadness of his passing.

From: David & Lynne Eisenberg

From Deerfield Beach, FL

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Dear Susan and Family, Lynne and I were very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I am sure you have wonderful memories of him that you can always think of.

You have our deepest sympathy.

Love and miss you

David & Lynne

From: Cheryl Sowalsky

From West hartford, CT

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Hi Kids! Gosh I was so sorry to read about your dad's passing. The memories are endless with him and your mother and us as teenagers. I wish for you that the passing of time, eases your hurt and you are left with all the wonderful cherished memories. Take care of each other and my thoughts are with you all.

fondly,
Cheryl Sowalsky

From: gail (daitch) choate

From Boynton Beach, FL

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Dear Susan,

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I remember spending time in your home when we were kids and how wonderful your father and mother were to us. May he rest in peace.

From: Stan Newborn

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: October 26, 2013

Linda and Family,
May Harold rest in peace.
Shalom,
Stan

From: Martin Schwab

From glendale, az

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Sympathy to the family...

From: marilyn and alan byer

From the villages, florida

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Dear Susan,
so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
May his name be for a blessing.
Marilyn(Golden)and Alan Byer

From: Joel & Ellen Mandell

From Fort Mill, SC

Posted On: October 25, 2013

Susan, we are sorry to learn of the loss of your Dad. We remember your Mom & Dad very well. They were always such a handsome couple. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Ellen & Joel

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