1918
2016
702 Riverside Drive
Asheville, North Carolina
Hendersonville – Ira Friedman, 97, of Hendersonville passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.
A native of Bronx, NY, he was born on May 16, 1918 and was a son of the late Charles and Clara Friedman. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Annette Friedman. Ira was an Aeronautical Engineer and made significant contributions to the early aerospace industry. He had many interests, including music, performing arts, travel, photography and, above all, making people laugh.
Surviving is his daughter, Carol Friedman Mazzali and her husband, William, of Hudson, NY, and grandson, Matthew Mazzali and his wife, Jamie.
No services will be held at this time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.ashevilleareaalternative.com.
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