DAVID I. SCHACHNE

SCHACHNE--David Irwin, 88, founding partner of Fairfield Properties. David I. Schachne, son of Pauline and Abraham Schachne, died peacefully at his home in Commack today. He is survived by his beloved wife Dorothy of 66 years, sons Sydney and Jay, daughters-in- law Lesly and Andrea, grandchildren Brian, Heather, Seth, lan, and Elana, sister Doris, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. David had a full life. At age 18, he enlisted in the army and fought in the Battle of the Bulge where he was wounded and received a Purple heart. He graduated from NYU with a degree in accounting. After many years as a practicing CPA he developed an interest in real estate, subsequently becoming a founding partner in Fairfield properties where he enjoyed working until his final days. Mr. Schachne's philanthropies extended to Flatbush Park Jewish Center, Yeshiva University where he was bestowed an honorary doctorate of humanities, Wurzweiler school of social work, Brookdale hospital, Gurwin Jewish Geriatric Center, Jinsa, Shaare Zedek hospital In Israel, Jinsa, and Cancer Care. Because he believed In doing what he could to improve the human condition and to relieve pain and suffering of his fellow man he actively served on the boards of these Institutions. Above all, Mr. Schachne embodied the true essence of "Tzadik", a righteous man who loved life, his family and friends. For all who knew him and loved him he will live forever. Shiva will be observed at his home in Commack.