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Maurice Bloom, 98, of Allentown, passed away on February 3, 2010, in his home. He was the husband of the late Irene (Rosenbaum) Bloom and companion to Anne Gribben for the last 24 years. Born in Boston, Mass. and a graduate of Boston University, he was self-employed as an Accountant and continued his profession during World War II for the Department of the Navy. Maurice moved to Allentown in 1949 and became Co-Owner of Pennsylvania Spool and Equipment Company. He was a Mason, member of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon and a member of Temple Beth-el and Agudas Achim, Allentown. Maurice dedicated his life to his family and was a devoted husband, companion, father and grandfather. Survivors: Son, Michael, and his wife Rita of Allentown; grandchildren, Michele, wife of Brian Spatola, Caren, wife of Keith Lowrey, and Steven Bloom; great-grandson, Nathanael Jace Lowrey; and companion to Maurice, Anne Gribben. Services: 11:30 a.m. today, Temple Beth-el, 1305 Springhouse Road, Allentown. Interment will be in Beth-el Memorial Park, Whitehall. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown. Contributions: Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S. 12th St., Allentown, PA 18103.
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Richard Bloom
February 12, 2010
Michael, I'm so sorry that your Dad is gone. I know that he was more that just your Father. He was your friend, confidant and advisor. I'm so glad that I was able to see him so many times over the last year. I always enjoyed his company and his quick wit. He was the last of my Uncles and the last of the Blooms in his generation. I will miss him very much and will always have fond memories of him as I know you will too. Cousin Richard...Boston
Janet Gaumer
February 10, 2010
Michael,
I want you to know that your dad (Mr. Bloom to me) made my childhood. I (Janet)lived right next door and my best friend (to this day) Molly and I spent many hours with both Mr. and Mrs. Bloom. Mr. Bloom was so funny. He was the guest of honor when I hosted a 40th birthday party for Molly. So many good memories of both your mom and dad.
Janet (Miller) Gaumer
jamie gribben-lewis
February 5, 2010
I spent much of the day spontaneously thinking about Murray. I am grateful for the pleasant memories I have of him. It makes me smile just thinking about some of them. Wht a great man!
Donna Grimshaw
February 5, 2010
To the Bloom family,
I'm very sorry for your loss,I know your dad fought hard to be there for many family events. He must have been a great dad and grandfather.Remember all the smiling memories of him, and may you be comforted by family and friends in the days and weeks to come.
February 5, 2010
Michael, Rita, Anne, and family,
Very sorry to learn about your father and friend. I recall visiting with him in recent years when I was in Allentown.
Carol Robins
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