Leonard Israel Obituary

Leonard Israel
WORCESTER - Leonard Israel, 90, of 65 Zenith Drive, died in Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis on Thursday, Sept. 13th.
He leaves his wife of 65 years, Sydell (Tepper) Israel; a son, Mark Israel of South Hadley; two daughters, Judith Israel of Newton and Ellen Israel of Worcester; a brother, Martin Israel of Worcester; a sister, Florence Palmer of Middletown, CT and four grandchildren, Hannah and Benjamin and Alexander and Adam. He was predeceased by a brother, Stanley Israel.
He was a very caring husband, father and grandfather.
He was a home builder of affordable housing and he managed real estate.
He attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute and graduated from Cornell University. He was Civil Engineer.
He served in the Marines during World War II in the South Pacific.
He was a member of Temple Emanuel, The Jewish War Veterans, Worcester Probus Club, Rotary Club, and B'Nai Brith. He was an Eagle Scout and had been very active in Boy Scouts throughout the years. He received the Silver Beaver Award.
He was born in Worcester and was a son of Jacob and Sarah (Chase) Israel and was a lifelong resident of Worcester.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM TODAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH in BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE ON JAMESBURY DRIVE UNDER THE DIRECTION of RICHARD PERLMAN of BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON. Burial will be in B'Nai Brith Cemetery.
Memorial Observance for Sunday, September 16th will be announced at the time of the funeral.
Memorial Observance will continue on Tuesday Afternoon, September 18th beginning at 5 PM and on Wednesday Afternoon, September 19th beginning at 3 PM at his residence at 65 Zenith Drive.
Memorial contributions may be made to either the Jewish Healthcare Center at 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609...Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester 01602 or to the charity of the donor's choice.
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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Sep. 13 to Sep. 16, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Leonard Israel

13 Entries

Sara Weissman

October 4, 2012

I'll miss those rare visits that I had with Lenny in Florida; the stories he told me of growing up with my grandfather (Morty); his kind and gentle demeanor when he offered me ice cream; sitting at Ben's restaurant, and the very last time I saw him when he was feeling weak but still had a smile on his face. Lenny has left a warm place in my heart; he is a great example of a man that knew how to get far but keep everyone close. I'll miss you Lenny.

September 23, 2012

Uncle Lenny was always a kind and caring uncle with a perpetual smile on his face. He was warm and generous and helped so many along the way. I will really miss him and hope his wonderful memory offers some comfort!

Sending love and sympathy to all,
Cheryl Israel

Beverly George

September 16, 2012

Dear Sydell & Family:

I was so very saddened to hear about Lenny's passing from my brother Ron (via voicemail). Lenny was one of the most thoughtful, sensitive, and generous people I've ever known. He was my Dad's trusted, loyal friend for so many years and even gave the eulogy at his funeral in May, 1991. I'm sure they're having a great reunion in heaven.
I'm very grateful that we had such a nice visit at your lovely home last year. I'll never forget Lenny and all the kind things he did for me, my family, and countless others. Sydell, you were extremely blessed to share a lifetime with this wonderful man.
My sympathy and prayers are with you during this difficult time and the days ahead.

With Love,
Beverly George & Family

Patricia Barrie

September 16, 2012

To the Israel family.....What a gentleman Lenny was. I got to know him through my involvement with the annual Eagle Scout dinner and considered him a friend and always with a smile. Trust all your memories will comfort you. My deepest sympathy.

Dan & Maureen Giroux

September 15, 2012

To the Israel family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. With a heavy heart we say good-bye to a great man. I enjoyed working for him all these years. He was a big part of our family in many ways, and we will miss him deeply.

September 15, 2012

Sydell and Family,:Jeanne and I were both saddened to read of Lenny's passing away-He will be sorely missed by everyone.
I knew "Labe" for well over 75 years + as well as Mickey and Florence and send my condolences to the entire family.
Bernie & Jeanne Arnold-Coconut Creek,Fl.

Michelle Palmer

September 15, 2012

My condolences to the Israel family in the loss of Lenny. He was a significant part of the (Janie)Palmer family, myself included. He will be missed dearly. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Michael Godin

September 15, 2012

Thinking of Sydell and family during this difficult time. I remember Lenny as a close friend to my grandparents for many years. My thoughts and prayers to the Israel family.

Steve Willens

September 15, 2012

A loyal member of the Jewish Home's President's Club who will be greatly missed.

Martin Nathan

September 14, 2012

I was in Troop 36 in the early 1970's and I had the pleasure of knowing Mr.Israel at that time. He was a good man, and I have always thought about him. My condolensces to the Israel family

September 14, 2012

To the Israel Family, I am so sorry for the passing of your Dad, Husband, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather, Friend. It has been a pleasure working for Mr. Israel for the past several years, he will be greatly missed.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.

Sincerely, Russ Schlegel & Family

Gregory Palmer Rittchen

September 14, 2012

Uncle Lenny was a great man and role model for all who knew him. I will miss him dearly.

Jesse Ritz

September 14, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Lenny was a friend to everyone who knew him. Our thoughts are with you., Jesse and the Ritz family

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