Fred Silverstein Obituary

Silverstein, Fred
Pittsford: Born January 1, 1930. Passed away July 22, 2008. Survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Norma; son, Steven (Enid) Silverstein; daughters, Paula (Randy) Kirsch and Wendy (Mitchell) Levinson; grandchildren, Heidi (Ben) Brostowicz, Brion (Carly) Kirsch, Scott Kirsch (friend Erica Ogaard), Alisha Silverstein, Zach Silverstein, Eric Levinson, Bradley Levinson, Melissa Levinson (friend Ian Waldman), Todd (Katie) Sidoti, Natalie (Tony) Vaillancourt; great grandchildren, Mya Brostowicz, Ethan and Grayson Vaillancourt, Brooke and Evan Sidoti; sister, Charlotte (Joe) Tessler; sister-in-law, Muriel (Lee) Cohen; special friends, Bob and Rochelle Gutkin and many nieces and nephews.
Fred was the owner of Freddy's Discount Drug Stores; he was an innovator who helped pioneer discount drug and merchandise stores. Freddy was an active volunteer and philanthropist. He was past President of the Jewish Community Federation and was the recipient of their Harold M. Hecker lifetime achievement award. He was a Board member of the Jewish Home of Rochester, State of Israel Bonds and numerous other local and National charitable organizations. Freddy was a long time member of Irondequoit Country Club. He was always ready to help those in need; he was a comfort to friends and loved ones during difficult times. His kindness and great sense of humor were felt by a huge number of people who will never forget him.
Funeral Services will be held 3PM Wednesday (Today), July 23rd in the Sanctuary of Temple Beth El, 139 Winton Road S. Burial will take place in Florida. Donations can be made to the Jewish Community Federation of Rochester, Temple Beth El or Strong Memorial Hospital (Attn: Patti Murray Unit 6-3400). The family will receive friends immediately following the service at 4 Mullet Drive, Pittsford. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit: www.ParskyLevy.com

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Jul. 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Fred Silverstein

11 Entries

Justin Vigdor

July 26, 2008

Norma
Louise and I have been in Montana since July 17th and just returned to Rochester. we were terribly sad to hear of Freddy's death and send our sincere condolences to you and your entire family. He was loved and admired by all who knew him.

Nancy Golder

July 25, 2008

Dear Norma, It is interesting how friends reenter your life. My niece is Patti Murray and she mentioned to me last week that Freddy was a patient and one of her favorites. I asked her to please send my prayers and best wishes. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. I know that he will be missed by all those whose life he touched. I worked for Freddy at Southtown back in 82'. He also offered me a job when I moved to Florida in 86' and he had the store in West Palm Beach. My last name then was Green. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Warmest Wishes , Nancy

Bill Freedman

July 24, 2008

Dear Norma,
I was saddened to hear about Fred. He certainly was a big influence in my career. Fred hired me to work at Freddy's and I left Cleveland and moved first to Rochester and then Buffalo. While he was president it was a great company to for. I had many successes during my tenure at Freddy's and recall it as a good time in my life. I'll always be grateful for the opportunities he gave me.
Thinking of you.
Sincerely,

July 24, 2008

Dear Norma,Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to you and your family. We have fond memories of our time in Columbus. Adelle and Dave Peppercorn

MARGIE GUTTENBERG

July 24, 2008

DEAR NORMA AND FAMILY, JUST HEARD THE SAD NEWS FROM HARRIET. CERTAINLY WOULD HAVE BEEN AT THE FUNERAL YESTERDAY HAD I KNOWN. SO VERY SORRY.

Dale Marx

July 24, 2008

Norma,
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Fred. As I told, my father, he was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He will forever be in my thoughts.

Halli Manolakos

July 24, 2008

Norma and family I am very sorry to hear about Freddy. He will be remember in my heart as a wonderful man, always happy, kind and loving.

My prayers are with you in this hard time. I'm sending you eternal love and support from South Africa. All my love.

Richard Tessler

July 23, 2008

Aunt Norma,

Mary Jo, Rex, Amie, and I send our love and prayer to you and your family. We will always be forever grateful for your generosity, love and prayers when we lost our daughter Elizabeth. It is a memory that we have cherished over the years.

Our family will continue to pray for you and your family. We wish we could be there to comfort you.

God Bless

Richard Tessler & Family

Alice Palkow

July 23, 2008

Norma I am so sorry to hear of Freds passing. You are in my prayers. I will always remember you and Fred and the kindness you have shown my family over the years. Dinners with you and Fred are cherished memories. Should you ever be in Montana you have a place with me.
Love Alice (Buckendahl) Palkow

Eran Goudes (on behalf of Ortal, Eileen, and Joel)

July 23, 2008

Norma and Family,

Freddy and you have always had a special place in the Goudes family's hearts. We are so fortunate to have been a part of your lives. Our hearts go out to you and your family. On behalf of my family, I'd like to offer our condolences. He will be greatly missed.

Love,

Bob Feinglass

July 23, 2008

Norma,

Lynne and I were saddend to hear of Freddy's passing. We both have such fine memories and hope that you will be doing as well as possible.

Bob Feinglass

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