Buffalo, New York
EDELMAN - Arnold I. Passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2013 in Buffalo General Hospital. Arnold was born August 16, 1937 in Buffalo, NY, the son of Max and Hilda (Silverstein) Edelman. He was a graduate of Erie County Technical Institute receiving an AAS and was the optician at the Spec Shop for Ross Eye Institute at the University of Buffalo. Arnold was a member and past commodore at the Tuscarora Yacht Club and the Oak Orchard Yacht Club and also the co-founder of the Optical Society of WNY. He enjoyed woodworking, boating and fixing things. Arnold is survived by his wife Marsha Fay (Hoffman) Edelman; father of Jody (Scott) Harris, Dana Beth Edelman and Maura Antonio; grandfather of Jason and Joshua (Lydia) Harris; brother of Joyce (Herald) Greenspan of Williamsville and brother-in-law of Mort and Geri Hoffman of Grand Rapids, Michigan. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com
This obituary was originally published in the Buffalo News.
Marsha
our hearts go out to you. It was such a shock to learn of Arnie's death. We so enjoyed his jokes & marveled at his amazing memory. Loved how you would say, "tell them number 63" & off he would go. He will be greatly missed by so many but especially you. Words are never adequate. Our love goes out to you & your family.
Linda & Derek Stewart
December 19, 2013
Marsha
My sympathy to you and your family. I already miss his phone calls and his jokes. Talking to the board members we all said the same thing that we thought Arnie was Immortal. His dedication to the optical community is a legend and will not be replaced by one person. Our hero Arnie. He is in a Better Place than here.
Jerry Schneggenburger
December 19, 2013 | Buffalo, NY
Marsha, My heartfelt condolences. Fallettas will not be the same without Arnie's jokes! I will miss him. My thoughts are with you and your family. Warren Keller
December 16, 2013
Arnie's passion for his profession and his desire to help others was admirable and a shining example that inspired others. He will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marsha and the family.
Jim and Loretta Carlins
December 15, 2013
Rest In Peace.
Mary Jane Benatovich
December 14, 2013 | Hamburg, NY
dear Marsha and Family,
I feel privileged to have known and
learned from such a wonderful man.
my most heartfelt condolences ...
allison andrews
December 13, 2013 | Amherst, NY
Goodbye Cousin Arnie
By Alvin Benatovich – December 13, 2013
Our relationship
Stood the test of time
I am proud to call him
A Cousin of mine
He has passed on
To his final rest
What a guy
He was the best
Someday
In a heavenly place
I hope to see again
His friendly face
Alvin Benatovi
December 13, 2013 | Hamburg, NY
Marsha, I am so sorry for your loss. Arnie was the gentle giant, always kind and helpful. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Hacker
December 13, 2013 | Buffalo, NY
Marsha, You have our deepest sympathy. My big cousin Arnie will be remembered always as a force. I will miss his ever present humor.
Alvin & Mary Benatovich
December 13, 2013 | Hamburg, NY