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Andrew Brawer Obituary

BRAWER--Andrew J., 60, of New York City, on September 16, 2008. A visionary and deeply committed textile entrepreneur, President and CEO, of Brawer Bros., Inc. Andy Brawer was the head of his family and his company. During his lifetime, Andy brought prosperity and growth to his company and love, generosity, guidance, support, and humor to his family. He was deeply loved by family and friends, and known as a powerhouse throughout the textile industry. His spirit will always be kept and honored by those who knew him best and loved him completely. He is and will always be the best part of us. We miss you terribly. Andy is survived by his wife Carole, son Adam (Keely White), daughters Marlena (Rob) Fass, Heather (Pete) Holmes, Kim (Lance) Aromando, brothers Charles and Peter, and four grandchildren Reid, Declan, Cole, and Leah. Services are Sunday, 11:00am at Robert Schoem's Menorah Chapel, Rt. 4, Paramus, NJ.

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Published by New York Times from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2008.

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Zoltan and Sonia Papp

September 16, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Michele Zaccone

October 5, 2008

Dear Carol and children,
I was employed by the insurance broker for Brawer Brothers for 12 years.

I was deeply saddened to learn of your tragic loss. Andrew was a terrific person and my prayers are with your family.

Very truly yours,
Michele Zaccone

Marc and Gabrielle Mofsowitz

October 2, 2008

Dear Carol and family,

Gab and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.

October 1, 2008

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland

Toni Meyer (Brawer) Lackey

September 28, 2008

To the Brawer Family - I was so very sorry and saddened to hear about the tragic death of Andrew. Although it has been a very long time since I have seen him and other family members (I was once a family member married to Peter) I have wonderful memories of him as my brother-in-law. Please accept my family's sincere condolences.

Jane Zimel

September 24, 2008

I spent a lot of time in the Brawer house as I grew up.  I was friendly with Peter.  I must admit, however, that I always thought Andrew was the jewel of that family.  And so good-looking.  A sad and unfair loss for all his family and friends.   He will be remembered.

Barbara Baxt

September 24, 2008

Dear Brawer Family - Although it has been a very long time since I have been in touch with any of you, your entire family was extremely important to me and my family growing up in Paterson, NJ. My memories of Andrew, his brothers and parents, some of his cousins and Uncles and Aunts, form the very cornerstone of my childhood memories. It is with sorrow, sadness and dismay that I have learned of this tragic news. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family.

Janet Morris

September 23, 2008

Carole,
I remember when you first met Andrew and you were working at Bloomingdale's in Short Hills. I would stop by to visit with you after my work day and we would chat. I know the heartbreak of losing the man you loved. Janet Skivinski Morris

Sue Archinaco (Ciriaco)

September 23, 2008

Hoping you can remember me, Sue Ciriaco Archinaco, We went to Berkeley Secretarial together. Ginny told me of your loss and I feel so bad for you and your family. God bless and may he make your path ahead a little easier. God Bless.

Wendi Smith

September 23, 2008

I live in the Brawer childhood home in Paterson and during our neighborhood annual house tour this Sunday I was told of Andrew's passing. Carole, I have learned never to underestimate the healing power we all have. It is always there to be used for the highest good. May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss.

Sue Archinaco (Ciriaco)

September 23, 2008

I don't even know if you remember me, but I keep with Ginny & Janet. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful husband. My prayers to you and your family.
Love Sue (Ciriaco) Archinaco

Jan Bush

September 22, 2008

Dear Brawer Family,

I was sorry to read about Andy's death. I am the daughter of Andy's first cousin Adele Brawer Baydin and remember "hanging" around NJ and NY with Andy and thinking he was a pretty cool cousin. I'm sure you all will miss him very much. He touched lots of lives! Jan (Dingfelder) Bush

Sonia Papp

September 22, 2008

Adam
The death of Mr. Brawer is so unnatural and cruel and so hard to accept. Our thoughts and condolences are with you and the family. We keep you in our thoughts prayers.
With sadness, love, great respect to you and your family.
Sonia, Zoltan and Penelope Papp

CLINTON ROWE

September 22, 2008

Condolences from all at HOPE IND.

Jim Moody

September 22, 2008

Adam, there are just no words of comfort sufficient for the time of the sudden loss of a parent. I do understand your pain as I lost my father suddenly when I was a young man. Hold fast to your faith for the comfort that can only come from our creator. Cherish the memories of the times you shared with your father. My prayers are with you and your family.

steven and Karen Kropp

September 21, 2008

With great sadness we regret the loss of a pioneer whose outstanding dedication to the promotion of the textile industry as well as his humane and caring support of the many people he employed we feel his loss. Andrew was an ambassador for the American Textile Association and in particular a pioneer in his achievements. We are particularly grateful to him for the opportunities he bestowed on his many employees who championed his cause.
With profound respect we wish his family the courage to continue his efforts to make his legacy one to remember.
La Shanna Tova.
Steven and Karen Kropp

Roberto & Bertha Llauradir

September 21, 2008

Adam, we are sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts & payers are with you.

Shannon McAlister

September 21, 2008

Dear Brawer Family,

Your loss is one that will take time to accept. I know this, for my dad just went to heaven on August 17th. Andrew was a GOOD MAN, full of integrity, wisdom and keen wit. The few times I spoke with him, he always redirected the conversation back to his FAMILY. Oh, how dearly he loved you guys! With healing words that were given me recently to help in the unexpected loss of my own father, I was told: The pain you are feeling is the price you pay for being loved so very much. I know your pain and am so very sorry.
Cliff too is completely destroyed by having lost a boss and a FRIEND.

With love and prayers,
Shannon McAlister
(Cliff's wife)

cheryl eldridge

September 20, 2008

Dear Adam, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Terry Cain

September 20, 2008

Adam.

Your dad will always be with you; his spirit and good will be part of you no matter where you go. I know that you wanted, needed, and hoped for more time to spend with your father but the time you did spend with him meant so much to both of you. I know that every time your father left NC and traveled back to NY you were sad. I know you loved your dad so very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

ira zimilover

September 20, 2008

As my late father Seymour Zimilover was part of the Brawer Family for over 50 years, the entire Zimilover family wishes to extend our deepest condolences to your family on the untimely passing of Andrew Brawer.
Ira Zimilover

Deborah Marx

September 20, 2008

TO CAROL AND FAMILY, ALTHOUGH OUR PATHS HADN'T CROSSED IN MANY YEARS,
I WILL NEVER FORGET THE KINDNESS AND
GENEROSITY ANDREW OFFERED MY DAUGHTER, SAM AND MYSELF WHEN WE
VISITED N.Y.C. TO SEE MY BROTHER PETER. WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH
YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
IN DEEP SYMPATHY,
DEBORAH STRAUSS MARX AND
SAMANTHA MARX

susan low sauer

September 20, 2008

Dear Brawer family,
What great times I remember of Andy through the years. I think he was a teenager when I married Alvin...Brawer celebrations and those incredible seders at Preakness.
How delighted Alvin and I were when you came to our 40th anniversary party! He was a wonderfrul, caring man and you and he , Carol, were an outstanding couple. I know how you will miss him.
My love and understanding to all of you at this time. Susan

Sandra Stark

September 20, 2008

Jim and I are so very, very sorry about Andy's terribly premature death. He was a new and special friend to us, along with Carole, and we will miss his smiles and company as we walk through our neighborhood. Our thoughts and deep condolences are with the family he so clearly adored.

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