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Abrahms, Marc C., 67 of West Hartford died July 16th, 2015, in Bloomfield, CT. Born in Hartford on April 11th, 1948, he was educated in the West Hartford Public School System and graduated with a B.A. degree from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. At age 26 he became the youngest trustee in the history of Clark University and for more than a decade he served on the investment and executive committee of the board. Marc’s support of education was not limited to Clark University where he funded both Abrahms Darkroom and Abrahms Gallery; he also established the Abrahms Prize at Connecticut College and the Abrahms Hall at the University of Hartford. At the George Washington University, the main entrance to the student center is called “Marc C. Abrahms Great Hall.” For more than four decades he was on the board and executive committee of the Hebrew Home and Hospital which is located at One Abrahms Boulevard, West Hartford. When Marc became Chairman of the Board of the Hebrew Home at age 36 he was the youngest person to ever hold that position. Marc was a life director of The Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, a board member of United Way of the Capitol Region, Hartford College for Women, University of Hartford Art School, and the Jewish Community Center of Greater Hartford, as well as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Marc founded and funded The Partnership for Hartford’s Hungry, a program which provides 1200 meals per month to the House of Bread of Hartford; to this date over 50,000 meals have been delivered. Marc was the owner and president of both Abrahms Life Services, Inc. and Abrahms Group Benefits. Together, these companies were the largest privately held employee benefit firm in the region before they were acquired in 2001. Marc was a nationally recognized expert on employee benefits and was a main platform speaker for numerous national and international meetings including Top of the Table, the International Forum and AALU. Marc was a board member of both AUSA (Aegan USA) and First Transamerica of New York.

A noted photographer, Marc’s images were displayed in one person shows in Hartford, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco and Santa Fe. His photographs are in museums and have been purchased in more than 20 countries. One of his photographs is in the permanent collection of the Library of Congress and his photographs are part of the National Geographic permanent collection. His first photographic book, Traveling Light, was published to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Mr. Abrahms was a Type I diabetic since age five. Marc was one of the less than one thousand insulin dependent diabetics to live past sixty years and every day he knew how fortunate he was. Water Colors was published in 2003 to assist United Cerebral Palsy of New York. Marc is the son of the late John B. Abrahms and Phyllis Blumenthal Abrahms and was predeceased by his beloved brother, Dr. Eliot Robert Abrahms. He leaves his sister, Sally Abrahms and her husband, David Rosenthal of Brookline, Massachusetts as well as his “brother by choice” Simon Baitler of Nazareth. He leaves his beloved sons, Aaron and his wife Allison, Max and his wife Karolina, Zachary and Simon as well as his beloved grandchildren Phoebe, Lulu and Teddy. He leaves his beloved Sue Fulleton and her daughter Karen Baddely. Marc leaves many caring nieces, nephews and wonderful friends. Intelligent, warm, compassionate about life, his sincerity and humor will be missed by all who knew him. Marc was truly a person who lived with passion and gusto. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at 11am at Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT. After the burial, the family will receive guests at Congregation Beth Israel from 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, CT. For further information, directions or to sign the guest book for Marc, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

Memorial contributions may be made to either of the following causes:The Abrahms Family Fund, c/o Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford, 333 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117. Or to The Eliot R. Abrahms Memorial Fund, c/o Hebrew HealthCare, 1 Abrahms Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06117

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Deceased On:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

Service Date:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

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Marc Abrahms

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From: Kenneth Cotton

From Hemet, CA – California

Posted On: July 26, 2015

Mark was unique and I am saddened by his passing.

From: Burt Herman

From Oak Brook,, Il

Posted On: July 19, 2015

I've known Marc for many decades sharing Transamerica conventions, the Big "O", the G.A and Managment meetings, etc.
While the world lost a special human being,Marc's exceptional legacies will continue to benefit humankind.

Heartfelt condolences to the family from Burt and Elaine Herman

From: Bradley Renner RN

From Wolcott, CT

Posted On: July 20, 2015

It was a pleasure working with Marc. His quick wit and comedic dialoge kept me on my toes.It was always a pleasure.

From: Franca Shillington

From Avon, CT

Posted On: July 20, 2015

Marc was the most generous person I ever met. I worked for him for several years and he was more of a friend than an employer. I know first hand how he helped a lot of people, he had the biggest heart. I will miss him and his great sense of humor.

From: todd kaufman

From wh, ct

Posted On: July 20, 2015

quite a guy!!

From: jim Sandler

From ,

Posted On: July 17, 2015

My dear friend I will miss you for your inspiring optimism and good spirit....You cannot and will not be replaced as a source of joy..Singing now in heaven

From: Ava Pannullo, MD

From west hartford, ct

Posted On: July 17, 2015

I am saddened to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew Marc.
He touched many lives. He beat the odds and lived life his way.
May he rest in peace.

From: dorothy silverherz rosenberg

From avon, ct

Posted On: July 17, 2015

What a brilliant photographer. His passion for this art form and his skill will always inspire me. My thoughts and sympathy are with his family at this sad ad difficult time.
Dorothy Silverherz Rosenberg

From: Elaine Price

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: July 18, 2015

I worked with Marc when we were building the Home in West Hartford in the 80's. He was then, and always continued to be, a caring, compassionate, loving person to whoom community annd caring for the elderly meant so much. His passing is a tremendous loss for us all. May his memory be for a blessing.
Elaine Price

From: Jay G Rhodes, DPM.

From Ft Lauderdale, Fl

Posted On: July 17, 2015

From: Mr/Mrs David E Gooding

From Pacific Palisades, California

Posted On: July 17, 2015

Marc was a wonderful friend and business associate. Time spent with Marc was always of highlight of the many business trips we took together. Marc was a wonderful photographer and leaves a legacy of beautiful photographs that will be enjoyed by the world for many years. Marc enjoyed his role as father and grandfather and leaves a wonderful family that will always remember the joy and wisdom that marked his life.

From: Cindy Chazan and Jay Leipzig

From West Orange, NJ

Posted On: July 17, 2015

Aaron, Max, Zach and Simon: the Chazan/ Leipzigs are sorry for your loss. Your Dad was larger than life and made Shabbat and holiday dinners together true celebrations we will never forget. All our love, sympathy, and comfort in good memories, Jay, Cindy, Deb and Eric Michael Moo Moo

From: Jerry and Marjorie Long

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: July 17, 2015

I only met you a few year ago and I liked you as soon as we met. I'm going to miss your insight at Hebrew Healthcare. Thanks you for all you did.

From: Henry Schneiderman MD

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: July 17, 2015

Marc was a wonderful man and will be much missed. He was a good friend to me and to Hebrew Health Care, and an artist whose perceptive eye made his photographs objects of beauty. We shall not see his like again.

From: Desmond Ebanks

From Avon, CT

Posted On: July 17, 2015

I just met Marc during a committee meeting for the Hebrew healthcare Trustee Board. He was very warm and welcoming in his home and provided invaluable insight to help me mange my role productively on the Board. Everyone spoke very highly of him. I am sorry I did not get to know him sooner

From: Richard H. Seidman

From Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Posted On: July 18, 2015

Marc was a valued friend all of his life. Our parents were friends. I knew him and them personally and professionally in both Hartford and Washington, D.C. He was kind, generous and hard working. His charitable deeds were legendary
throughout his life. Marc's love of family and friends will remain etched in the memories of all whom he knew. His life was indeed "For a Blessing!"

From: Susan Sack Levine

From Charleston, SC

Posted On: July 18, 2015

To have had Marc as a sweet and wonderful friend throughout public school and now as a memory is something I will always cherish.
It was apparent from a young age that Marc was destined to do great things.
My condolences to his entire family and friends.

From: Evelyn Gilman

From New York, NY

Posted On: July 18, 2015

From: Lois Nancy Mathieu

From Bloomfield, Massachusetts

Posted On: July 18, 2015

To the family and mourners of Marc C. Abrahms, (to Zachary, our neighbor), please accept our deep sympathy for the loss of a man so dear. Lois Mathieu & Bill Newell

From: Susan widem

From Los Angeles, Ca

Posted On: July 18, 2015

What a lovely man from such a lovely family! My parents were dear friends of John and Phyllis and my beloved mom was fond of mark...he would surprise her with little candies and always concerned about her Heath as she got older. Mark, you were for a blessing! So starry for your loss....Susan widem

From: David Jacobs

From Hartford, CT

Posted On: July 18, 2015

Marc embraced the world and people around him with kindness and compassion. It was just a few weeks ago that he let us know about a child he wanted to send to Camp Shalom this summer. Her summer camp experience is but one of countless tributes to this generous and loving man. May his memory be for a blessing.

From: Richard Fabian

From Avon,

Posted On: July 18, 2015

In the 52 years that I have known Marc I always affectionately called him "Maestro". He orchestrated beautiful music in everything he did.It's been a wonderful dance!

From: Andy Schatz

From Westbrook, CT

Posted On: July 19, 2015

To Marc's family - Though I won't be able to join you all in person today, my thoughts and prayers are with you all, and with Marc. From looking up to him as a kid, to sharing stories and counsel later, Marc was a trusted and valued friend whose perceptions were keen and whose generosity to friends and community was truly extraordinary and inspiring. I will miss him. May his memory be a blessing.

From: merle bernstein

From new london, ct

Posted On: July 17, 2015

I worked with Mark on the trustee board of the Hebrew Home for many years where he was loved by all.He was talented, compassionate & an allaround wonderful guy. He will be sadly missed by many.

From: Beverly and Arnold Greenberg

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: July 17, 2015

We will miss his generosity and sense of humor---Beverly and Arnold Greenberg

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