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William Eisen Obituary

EISEN - William October 25, 2008, Holocaust Survivor, beloved husband of the late Sara Eisen; devoted father of Dr. Sanford H. (Gail) Eisen and Dr. Bernard M. (Linda) Eisen; loving grandfather of Dr. Shane (Dr. Joshua) Grant, Danielle (Dr. Lee) Shainbrown, Ashley, Jenna, Zachary and the late Andrew Paull Eisen; great-grandfather of Andrew, Oliver, Avery and Chloe Grant and Jack Shainbrown; brother of the late Sara Ujazd; loving friend of Carol Davis. Funeral Services will be held at Temple Beth Tzedek, 621 Getzville Rd., Monday at 1:00 PM. A Masonic Service will precede Funeral Services at 12:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to The Sara Eisen Fund in care of The Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo, Inc., 1050 Maryvale Dr., Cheektowaga, NY 14225. Family will be observing a period of mourning at 90 Meyer Road, Amherst through Thursday from 4-8 PM. Arrangements by the AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 27, 2008.

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Brian Krauss

June 1, 2023

I had the privilege, and honor, of sitting with Bill Eisen for about an hour in his Tonawanda home, back in (if memory serves) Spring 1982, to hear about his experiences during WW2.

He had graciously agreed to sit with this (then teenaged) UB student, who as part of a 5 credit hour course on WW2 -- and with some assistance and guidance from the Brooklyn Holocaust Center on Ave J near Ocean Ave (which is no longer in existence) -- was interviewing, and taping for posterity (on cassette) the interviews of, 3 Holocaust survivors, to help make "Never Forget" a reality.

During that brief interview I learned of Mr. Eisen's bravery, luck, skill and perseverance during those extremely dangerous times. I was truly honored to have been with him, and -- although it is many years since his passing -- I send my deepest condolences and respects to his family.

May his memory forever be a blessing. He was a light in the world.

Jeffrey Dirr

November 3, 2008

I had the pleasure of working at the Kleinhans Service Center on Hertel Ave. with Mr.Eisen between 1984-1990. He was truly a wonderful human being and I feel honored to have known him. God Bless him and my sympathy to his family.

Ray & Louise McGrath

October 31, 2008

We met Bill at the Blvd. Mall and always enjoyed talking with him. What a wonderful person. Our prayers are with you

Temple Baptist Church

October 29, 2008

We are so sorry for the loss of William and our prayers go out to his dear wife Sara and family. Our prayer is that your hearts will be comforted during this time of morning. Please feel free to contact us. God Bless you

david smolinski

October 29, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Angie Archibald

October 28, 2008

Dr Eisen and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I remember meeting him many years ago while I worked for you. He was a Special Man. God bless you all!
Fondly,
Angie Archibald

Sean Eddy

October 28, 2008

I'm very sorry to hear of Mr. Eisen's passing. My mother worked with him some time ago and I met him a few times. I will never forget him. I was young, yet old enough to know what the Holocaust was about. And when he showed me the mark they left on his wrist, it left a mark on me forever. I can't imagine what he was witness to, and had to endure. The world just lost a strong person.

Larry+Tobi Horwitz

October 27, 2008

What are remarkable legacy this man has left ! This survivor lead others to understanding by his life, words and deeds. Those of us who are privileged to know his offspring know what wonderful people they all are. The world is a little colder without Mr. Eisen in it. Our sincere sympathies go out to all who mourn his passing.

Sheila Trossman

October 27, 2008

Dear Eisen Family,
How very sad to lose such a dear and caring man. He will always be remembered with love by our family.
May he find peace and may all of the good recollections bring a smile during the sad days.

Bebe and Bob Morgan

October 27, 2008

We did not know Bill, but our son, Sean Morgan, thought a great deal of him. Sean will miss his kindness and his great personality.

Chuck and Beth Henderson

October 27, 2008

We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Nannette Bateau

October 27, 2008

Mr. Eisen was a neighbor of mine when he moved to the apts. Never a bad thing to say about anyone and always upbeat!!! What a wonderful man, and I will miss him very much. Always, Nannette

NORMAN AND GERTRUDE COHEN

October 27, 2008

WE KNOW THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF BILL WILL HELP GET YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW. HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS, WE WILL ALL MISS HIM.

Nancy Weil

October 27, 2008

Bill was a very special man. He was so gentle and loving. To say he will be missed by many is an understatement.
Blessings to your family,

Margene Parris

October 27, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you today. I truly miss my old neighbor, but I have wonderful memories that can not be erased. He was a very special person.

Arlene and Ira Schneider

October 27, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Rhoda Kittelsen

October 27, 2008

You have my deepest compassion at this time of sadness.

Grace & Milt Ehrenberg

October 27, 2008

We will miss Bill's wonderful personality. He was always at the Boulevard Mall, and both Grace & I loved to talk to him. When he was at Kleinhan's, I had many dealings with him.
He came to our photo studio several times. He be will be sadly missed. Our deepest sympathy to the family.

RICK PENNY

October 27, 2008

DR. EISEN I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS

Ina and Herb Scheer

October 27, 2008

we are very sorry for your loss --your Father was a wonderful person .....
Our thoughts are with you at this most diffcult time
Shalom, Ina and herb Scheer

Judy & Steve & Bert Meyers Whitehead

October 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Eisens passing away, we knew him well over the past several years and always enjoyed talking with him. He will surely be remembered by all for the wonderful work he did to help people "remember" ; we hope your fond memories of him give you comfort at this trying time.

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