Mark was unique and I am saddened by his passing.
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
From Hemet, CA – California
Posted On: July 26, 2015
Mark was unique and I am saddened by his passing.
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 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 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 wh, ct
Posted On: July 20, 2015
quite a guy!!
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 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 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 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 Ft Lauderdale, Fl
Posted On: July 17, 2015
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 New York, NY
Posted On: July 18, 2015
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 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 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 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 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 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 West Hartford, CT
Posted On: July 17, 2015
We will miss his generosity and sense of humor---Beverly and Arnold Greenberg