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1934
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2018
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Benjamin Weinberg Obituary
Mr. Weinberg was born on April 26, 1934 in Antwerp, Belgium to the late Henry and Leah Hofstatter Weinberg. The family immigrated to New York City in 1939 where Mr. Weinberg was eventually self-employed importing crystal, gifts, and housewares. He and his wife and children relocated to North Adams, MA. in 1976 where he started a pottery business at the Windsor Mill. After starting International Outlet, he subsequently moved the business in 1986 when he purchased the Tucker Toy Building on State St. In 1997 he relocated the business to Western Gateway Heritage State Park.
Benjamin joined the United States Army on May 27, 1957 and was honorably discharged on May 15, 1959.
He and his wife, Marlayne Keosian were married on December 23, 1962 in New York City.
Mr. Weinberg enjoyed the company of his children and grandchildren as well as traveling and reading about history.
Besides his wife, Marlayne, Benjamin is survived by his children: Adam Weinberg (Amy Brentano) of Richmond, MA., Leslie Weinberg of San Francisco, CA., his grandchildren; Molly and Joseph Weinberg and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Mr. Weinberg is pre-deceased by his sister Fran Fischer.
The funeral service for Mr. Benjamin S. Weinberg will be private. There will be no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Hospice Care in the Berkshires in care of the Roche Funeral Home, Inc., 120 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01240.
To share memories and stories please visit rochefuneralhome.com
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Jessica Farr
March 18, 2018
Dear Marlayne,
So sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
J.F.
March 18, 2018
Marlayne,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you and family.
Jessica F.
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