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IRA GOLDSTEIN Obituary
died on November 26, at the age of 86 in Manhattan. He is survived by Terry, his loving and devoted wife of 62 years, his daughters Cindy Cirlin and Roberta Rifkin (Noah) and grandchildren, Ben (Monica), Shanna, Isaiah and Marisa. He grew up in the Bronx and attended the Bronx High School of Science. Although Ira became successful, he never forgot where he came from. He was a graduate of CCNY and from NYU Law School. Ira was a prominent entertainment attorney, including serving as general counsel of Metromedia and Of Counsel at Pryor Cashman. He taught law at Baruch and was an active philanthropist in many causes. Ira was beloved and respected by family, friends and colleagues. His funeral will be held at Temple Shaaray Tefila, 250 East 79th Street, New York, NY, on Tuesday, November 29th, at 10:30am.
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Memories and Condolences
for IRA GOLDSTEIN
November 30, 2016
May your beloved R.I.P and may memories and prayers comfort and console aching hearts at this difficult time.
Cly Fowkes
November 29, 2016
We hold Ira dear in our hearts, always.
November 28, 2016
Bob, Meytal, Sofia & Olivia Jellen
Ruth Fuchs Hallett
November 28, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Ira's passing. May his memory be a blessing. I always enjoyed talking about Bronx Science with him at shul. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
November 28, 2016
To the Goldstein Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
November 28, 2016
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved Ira. He had an indomitable spirit, was always positive, with a great sense of humor. Alexandra Bloch Jeydel and Larry Jeydel
Annie C
November 28, 2016
May the God of Abraham be with the family as we await the fulfillment of seeing Abraham offspring filled the earth like the stars in the heavens. Genesis 15:5,6.
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