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Samuel Eckstein Obituary

ECKSTEIN--Samuel, 91, of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Garden City, NY, on May 4, 2008. Adoring husband of 63 years to Beatrice, loving father of Randi, Laurie and sonin-law Abe Gorelick, cherished grandfather of Sarah, Jordan and Molly. Dear brother-in-law, devoted uncle, and great-uncle. Beloved by his many cousins, extended family and friends. Known as "Echo" to those he grew up with as a member of the Celtics basketball club at Bronx House, he was a proud WWII veteran, avid golfer, amateur stock trader and ardent Democrat. He was a past president of the Mens Apparel Club of NYC and, as a career-long salesman for Dee Sportswear, he was trusted and admired by his colleagues and customers. Supporter of Jewish causes, Sam was an early and sustaining member of the Garden City Jewish Center. Graveside services, Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 1:30pm, Mount Ararat Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY.

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Published by New York Times from May 6 to May 7, 2008.

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Cindy Mogy

May 6, 2008

To Aunt Bea, Randi, Laurie, Abe, Sarah, Jordan, and Molly,
To all the Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins,
We are so deeply sadden, due to our lost of this wonderful man. He meant so much to all his family and friends. He was such a great Uncle to talk to on the phone or in person.
He made up a very important part of our lives. No one else could give the best advice that he could. He new all the answers for any question you had to ask him. He had alot of knowledge to share. His stories were so interesting that you really wanted to know what the ending was going to be. He was such an inportant person, He love his family and friends. He always talked about his grandchildren and was so proud of them. God Bless all of you, throught this difficult time. Sorry we can not be with you all in person but our prayers, huggs and kisses are with you...........With all our Love,
Cindy, Louis, Marlin, and Ferris Mogy
Memphis, TN

jean sabia

May 6, 2008

to my dear friend and golf partner.
Fond memories of a good game together, I will miss you.
Sincere Sympathy
Jean

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