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Robert

(Benjamin)

Fishman

Obituary

Robert Benjamin Fishman, 68, of West Hartford, loving husband, father, and grandfather died suddenly on Saturday, January 11, 2014. Born in Hartford, the son of Maybelle and Herman Fishman. Bob was a life-long resident of West Hartford. He attended Hebrew Academy, Conard High School and graduated Boston University with a degree in Engineering. He married Hedyth (Arm) Fishman on November 19, 1972 in Israel, where he worked as an engineer. They moved back to West Hartford in 1974. Bob was the founder and CEO of Rentown Inc. for 25 years and had 14 stores over 3 states. He sold his Rentown Inc. and founded The Fishman Group, a commercial mortgage lending company, for the last 10 years. Bob was a lifelong member of Emanuel Synagogue, an active board member of the Bess and Paul Sigel Hebrew Academy, Hartford Jewish Federation, and Hartford JCC. Bob supported many causes dear to his heart and believed that those fortunate enough should give generously. He lived life to the fullest, always with a sense of humor. He enjoyed traveling, sports, and all adventures big and small. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Hedyth, son and daughter-in-law Daniel and Ashlee Fishman, daughter and son-in-law Monica and David Iankelevich, 4 beloved grandchildren, Samuel, Mia, Oscar and Isaac. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law Arthur and Helene Fishman, brother and sister-in-law Edward and Eve Fishman, sister-in-law Sylvia Mandel, and many nieces and nephews. Bob will be dearly missed by his large family and many friends. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 14th at Emanuel Synagogue, West Hartford at 11:00 AM. The family will receive relatives and friends at Emanuel Synagogue following interment in the Emanuel Synagogue Cemetery, Wethersfield. Shiva will be observed from 5:30-8:30 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at his home in West Hartford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bob’s name can be made to The Hebrew Academy, Emanuel Synagogue, or charity of the donor’s choice. For further information and directions, please visit www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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Posted On: May 14, 2014

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From: Robin Santiago

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: January 18, 2014

Rafi and I will miss Bob greatly. He was a most cherished friend with whom we spent many happy hours. We enjoyed his sense of fun, his unflagging good humor, his love of all things sporting and energetic, his pleasure in travelling and just spending time together. We admired him for his many sterling qualities - his love of family, his adoration of his wife, his integrity, his philanthropy and his dedication and support of our Jewish community. He had the knack of making people feel appreciated and respected. His friends had no doubt of his love.We will miss his email announcements of community events and bargain opportunities.Restaurant week will not be the same without him to remind us. Most of all, we will miss Bob, our dear dear friend. We know his memory will be for a blessing. May his family find comfort in the wonderful memories and the good deeds he has left as a lasting legacy. Love, Robin and Rafi

From: Julie & Malcolm Casway

From Boynton Beach, Fl

Posted On: January 12, 2014

We have many fond memories of Bob as a neighbor and friend.He was a wonderful, kind person. He was truly a family man and kind to everyone. He will certainly be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.

From: Bertha Rosenfield & Family

From Delray Beach, fl

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Send our regards.

From: Doris and Alan Kosloff

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Hedyth and the family.

From: Elaine and Howard Smith

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Many. Our condolences to his wonderful family and many friends. We will miss him greatly.

From: Jay Leipzig and Cindy Chazan

From South orange, Nj

Posted On: January 12, 2014

We send our heartfelt sympathies. May his memory be a blessing
Jay and Cindy

From: David and Rochelle Fierstyon

From Delray Beach, Fl

Posted On: January 13, 2014

We were deeply saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with the entire family.

From: Nina Boug LIchtenstein

From West Hartford, Connecticut

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Dear Fishman family, and especially Hedyth: Bob's smile and enthusiasm, cute sense of humor and love for our community is a great loos for us all. Know that I feel blessed that my boys and I have had the privilege of knowing him and that we live in a world touched by his grace and kindness. My you find comfort in all the positive energy his memory imparts on everything and everyone he touched.

From: Stuart Levy

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Bob was one of the most open and friendly people I have ever met. We met in early high school, where he won everybody over with his big smile and engaging personality. As everyone knows, he became the same type of man - a real mensch with the finest instincts in helping his community. My deepest sympathy to the entire Fishman family.

From: Cyral and Richard Sheldon

From Farmington,, Ct.

Posted On: January 15, 2014

Shocked and saddened to learn of this sudden, tragic loss.
Our thoughts are with your family at this heartbreaking time.
Fondly,
Cyral and Richard Sheldon and family

From: Haia and David Spiegel

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: January 15, 2014

Bob Fishman's sudden and untimely passing is a profound loss for
the greater Hartford Jewish community and for everyone, regardless of religious affiliation, who was privileged to know him. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his Widow and family.

From: Ronna and Mark Siegal

From Palm Beach, FL

Posted On: January 14, 2014

Dear Hedith and Family
We were so shocked and saddened hear of Bob's passing. He was such a caring, sweet guy. Always a smile on his face. He will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him. Please know, although we can't be there, we are thinking of all of you.

From: Arlene and Dan Neiditz

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: January 14, 2014

Dear Hedyth and family,
We are so, so sorry. You, your family and our community have lost a treasure.
We mourn your loss.
With love, Arlene and Dan

From: arnold & ruth zackin

From sarasota, fl.

Posted On: January 14, 2014

Bob was a True Mensch. Condolences to the entire family.

From: Toby and Mike Schwefel

From Boca Raton, FL

Posted On: January 15, 2014

Dear Hedyth, Daniel, and Monica,
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences on the untimely passing of Bob. We remember him, with great fondness, as a wonderful neighbor and friend. We are in Florida at this time, but know that we are thinking of you.

From: Makofsky Family

From New York, New York

Posted On: January 14, 2014

Our sincerest condolences to the Fishman Family. How shocked and saddened we were to hear this news. We just shared a terrific evening with Bob at a NY Knick's Game in December, talking about business, basketball, skiing and grandchildren. It was clear to us that Bob's joie de vivre carried him through life, that he was a man that loved and lived to the fullest. He had so much more to do and so much more love to give. We hope that you all are able to take comfort in the memories and know that he is still with you in spirit and in his daughter's smile.
Much love to you all.
xoxoxo Sidney, Marea, Rachel & Bob Makofsky

From: JJEROME ALICIA MARMELSTEIN

From FLUSHING, NY, NY

Posted On: January 14, 2014

oUR SINCEREST CONDOLENCES. HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON
MUCH LOVE
JEROME AND ALICIA

From: Stan Lappen

From Pleasant Hill, CA

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Hedyth and Monica

So sad and shocked to hear the news! Bob was the real deal...always with a big smile and with a big heart...a great loss for all.

Sadly I can not be in West Hartford this week to honor Bob and pay my respects to the family

Stan Lappen

From: Kimberly Best

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: January 14, 2014

Dear Hedyth, Daniel and Monica: I am still at a loss for words; feeling great sadness and disbelief. We've worked so closely together for almost four years and I can only
thank God for giving me the opportunity to be a part of his life, even for this short time. I've learned so much and will miss our conversations and debates. Most of all, I will miss his presence. I am praying that God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. I know your faith will guide you through. God Bless.

From: Andrea D. Hotes

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Our community has lost a wonderful, warm, generous and kind-hearted man. He was a devoted husband, wonderful father and doting grandfather and found pleasure in everything life had to offer. He will be missed and remembered by all.

From: susan wortman

From tucson, az

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Dear Hedyth, Daniel, and Monica.
We were so saddened to hear of Bobby's passing. We go back so many years, and shared some very good times. May his memory be for a blessing.
Susan, Josh, and Jed

From: Rosalie & Stephen Luber

From Southampton, NY

Posted On: January 13, 2014

We celebrate the loving grandfather that he was through all the stories we heard about him through our dear friends Lynne & Mario

From: Ann and Albert Miller

From Bloomfield, Ct

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Dear Hedyth, so sorry to hear about Bob. Our thoughts are with you and our prayers. He will be greatly missed. Ann and Albert Miller

From: roz loss

From delray beach, Florida

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Dear Hedyth Daniel,Monica and your entire wonderful family.I was so sad to hear about Bob. My heartfelt thoughts and sympathy are with all of you . I wish I could be there to give all of you a big hug. Bob was such a great guy. He will be truly missed. Love Roz

From: Elana Doron – President of the Hebrew Academy

From Simsbury, CT

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Dear Hedyth and the whole Fishman family, words can not describe how shocked and sorry we are to hear about Bob. He was a true friend, generous with his smiles, time and philanthropy. Bobby, is among a select few that understood the importance of having Hebrew Academy in our community and was a tireless volunteer, advocate and supporter. Above all Bobby was a "Mensch". Please know that the Hebrew Academy is here to support you in anyway we can.
We will miss you a Bobby!

From: Elaine & Calvin Price

From West Hartford, Connecticut

Posted On: January 13, 2014

We were so saddened to hear of Bob's untimely passing. We have fond memories of Bob's caring, warmth, generosity, and engaging smile whenever we encountered him and his beloved wife Hedyth at Federation and community events. We have lost one of our finest. Our sympathies to the entire Fishman family.
Elaine & Calvin Price

From: Sandy and Bruce Goldberg

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Dear Hedyth, There are no words to convey our shock and sorrow upon hearing of Bob's untimely death. We are in Florida, but please know that our hearts are with you and your family at this time.
Sandy and. Bruce Goldberg

From: Anat & Etan Markus

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: January 12, 2014

We were saddened by the sudden passing of Bob.
He was a pillar of the Jewish community. On every occasion we had the privilege of interacting with him he was warm and caring, with compassion and a real sense of community.
We will sorely miss him...
Anat & Etan

From: Eric zachs

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: January 12, 2014

Tears, tears, tears

From: Estelle and Howard Levy

From Canton, MA

Posted On: January 12, 2014

There are no words to express the sadness we felt to learn of Bobby's sudden passing.....Our heartfelt sympathy to you, Hedyth,
your children, Art and Helene, Ed and Eve and the entire Fishman family......
Estelle and Howard Levy

From: Gail k Sack

From Boca RAton, Fla

Posted On: January 12, 2014

The many hours we spent discussing Federation ,traveling to Israel together
Hours laughing figuring and planning also for Hebrew Academy
Also talking about Peru and Hedith his love
He will be missed gail sack

From: Stuart and Ellen Roth

From delray beach, fl

Posted On: January 13, 2014

WE are shocked and tremendously saddened to learn of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful man, a true mench. He will be missed by our entire community. Our heartfelt sympathies to Hedith and his entire family. Although we cannot be in Ct. for his funeral our thoughts and prayers will be with Hedith and the Fishman family.

From: Henry M. Zachs

From Farmington, ct

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Bobby is one of my favorite people. I will miss him this morning at tennis and our wonderful talks about the Community and especially the day schools. He is a wonderful person. The Community and his family has lost one of our Best.

From: David & Barbara Klau

From West Simsbury, CT

Posted On: January 13, 2014

Our shock and sadness learning of Bob's sudden death cannot be described. He was a wonderful, joyous, caring man who loved life and all it had to offer. And we developed a special bond through the wonderful relationship of his daughter and our daughter-in-law. To Hedyth, Monica, and the whole Fishman family - our deepest sympathies. He will be missed. Bobby & David Klau

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