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A service for former township resident Dr. David L. Grodberg was held Nov. 1 at Temple Emanu-El in Bayonne.
Dr. Grodberg, 82, died Oct. 30.
Dr. Grodberg was a graduate of Bayonne High School, Rutgers University and the New York University School of Dentistry. He retired from his dental practice in Bayonne in 1991 and moved to St. Barthélemy, an island in the French West Indies. After 18 years, he returned to Bayonne four years ago.
Dr. Grodberg served as president of the Hudson County and New Jersey dental associations, and as co-founder of the Bayonne Dental Association. He served as chairman of the annual session of the American Dental Association. which brings dentists from around the world together to discuss professional issues of international importance.
He co-founded the St. Barth Dental Association, and sponsored international seminars featuring notable speakers. An active member of the Bayonne and St. Barth Rotary clubs, he received the Paul Harris Fellow award for outstanding community contributions in St. Barth.
Active in the Jewish community, Dr. Grodberg served on the boards of the Bayonne Jewish Community Center and Temple Emanu-El of Bayonne.
Dr. Grodberg is survived by his wife, Harriet; a son, Harold of Scotch Plains; a daughter, Eva of New York City; and two grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Grodberg's memory may be made to the Bayonne Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 325 Broadway Bayonne, NJ, 07002, or Temple Emanu-El, 735 John F. Kennedy Blvd. W., Bayonne, NJ, 07002.
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I cannot the good doctor is gone nearly 10 years. I do hope his final days were peaceful and pain-free. My razor-sharp memory still keeps his memory in good stead, and I hope Mrs. Grodberg and her children and grandchildren are in good health and good spirits. Remembering all of you fondly at this particular time. Happy holidays and a blessed New Year filled with good health and happiness.
Harvey Helfand
October 26, 2022
Dr. Grodberg was my dentist for many years, and I still retain many fond memories of our times together. I am very grateful for all his good care, and I do hope Mrs. Grodberg and her children and grandchildren are in good health and good spirits.
Harvey Helfand
Other
October 26, 2021
I was a patient of Dr. Grodberg's for several years when I was an adolescent. Since I knew he was born in 1931, I suspected he may have expired by now, and unfortunately I was right. I remember when his children were born, and I see that he passed nearly 7 years ago. I send my condolences to Harriet and his children and sincerely hope they will continue to find peace in the days ahead.
Harvey Helfand
Friend
July 21, 2020
he told me me teeth would fall out at 45 ... kept them till 74 no only 8 teeth .. he was right
he was one fine man '''' and one fine man ..
Carl Comeau
Friend
April 23, 2018
A fond farewell to an old school chum.
Frank Effenberger
September 25, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. I think of both David&Harriet often and fondly. They made my visits to the office most enjoyable.
Jane Kraft Wodzanowski
November 10, 2013
When Arlene and I heard about David, our minds raced back to the wonderful times that we had together in St. Martin when you were coming from or going to St. Barts.
He will be very much missed by so many.
May his memory be for a blessing.
With love,
Arlene and Harris Colton
Harris & Arlene Colton
November 2, 2013
Dear Harriet,
Just heard from Terri about David's passing. We feel terrible about it and wish to express our deepest condolences to you and your family,
Paul and Christel Lehrhaupt
November 1, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to Harriet and the family. David will be fondly remembered by friends and colleagues for his enthusiasm and humor. He was a standout not only as a professional, but as a warm and kind human being.
Theresa Segat and Bill Mak
November 1, 2013
A friend, a mentor and a contemporary in Dentistry. A true gentleman with a loving wife, Harriet. He will be sorely missed for his energy and compassion.
Michael and Sherry Grzelak
November 1, 2013
My condolences to the Grodberg family
Dawn Herring
November 1, 2013
My condolences to the family. Dr.Grodberg was my families' dentist for many years. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a gift for story telling.
Juliana O'Donnell
November 1, 2013
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