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Robert M. Kimenker, 94 years of age, of West Hartford, died peacefully Wednesday (July 21, 2010) at home. Born and raised in Hartford (son of Sholom and Sarah), he resided in West Hartford since 1954. The wonderful husband of Lillian Kimenker for 63 years, he leaves a legacy of devotion to family, friends, and community. He was a US Navy Veteran of World War II, and a graduate of the University of Hartford. He spent most of his working career at Lipman Motors (40 years), where he was the leasing and credit manager. He was a long-time and active member of Congregation Beth Israel, an avid tennis player, a violinist with the Connecticut Valley Chamber Orchestra, a loyal fan of the Red Sox, and an indomitable camper, traveling throughout North America in his beloved van. His first love (after Lillian) was music—a passion he passed on to his three children. Among his favorite activities were the times the family played chamber music together. Robert is survived by his three children, James Kimenker and his wife Jennifer, Emily Beaton and her husband Graeme, and Nina Kimenker and her husband Joshua Paul. He leaves behind eight devoted grandchildren: Alison Kimenker, Kathryn Hasenfuss, Kimberly Hasenfuss, Benjamin Beaton, Jack Beaton, Ezra Beaton and his wife Shauntel, Rachel Paul and Jacob Paul, and two great-grandchildren: Rand Beaton and Leila Beaton. In addition, he is survived by his nieces: Barbara Chazan, and Barbara Kinloch and her husband William; his nephew Richard Goldberg and his wife Bobbie, as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his family and friends. Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 11:30 AM in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with Rabbi Michael Pincus officiating. Interment will follow in the Beth Israel Cemetery, Avon. The family will receive visitors at Robert and Lillian’s home following the interment, and on Monday between 6-8 p.m., and Tuesday between 3-5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford 06119. For further information, directions, or to share memories of Robert with his family, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com.

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From: Stephen Fuchs

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: July 22, 2010

Lil,
I am so sad about Bob and even more sad that we are in Florida, and I am not there with you to participate in his funeral. He was a wonderful gentleman, and I admire him so much. How thrilled I was to see him and you at the last Torah study even though it was clear that he was feeling poorly. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences Bob's memory will always be a blessing to me!

Stephen

From: Elliott Donn, Post Historian

From Windsor, CT

Posted On: July 22, 2010

Dear Kimenker Family,

On behalf of all comrades of The Hartford-Laurel Post 45 of The Jewish War Veterans of the USA, may I offer our sincerest condolences to you all on Bob's passing.

His long membership in and support of JWV, and his honorable service to our great country are gratefully acknowledged and will long be remembered. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

From: Harold Israel

From Canas Dulces, Costa Rica,

Posted On: July 22, 2010

My condolences to the entire family. I worked with Bob at Colonial Leasing during his last year-he retired at the right time. I'll remember him scolding me for counter signing checks with a red pen-his admonition being "your putting us in the Red". He had a very wry sense of humor. I've told the story of a Xmas party(ok Hannuka-most of the crew was Jewish) where Bob drew his own name for a secret Santa gift--He said nothing, but we later figured it out---he bought himself a package of white socks! I smile everytime I picture his face as he opened the present.

From: Sarah Friedman

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: July 28, 2010

To Lil and family:
I was sorry to read of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful human being - kind, soft-spoken, quiet - a true gentleman at all times. His love of music took him, together with you and many others, to concerts and musicals wherever they might be. He was always ready to go with you to all sorts of activities. It was sad to hear of his lengthy illness which handicapped him at the end. You are left with great memories.
My sincerest sympathy to all of you.
Fondly,
Sarah Friedman

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