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Lewis Perelman Obituary

Lewis Perelman, beloved husband of Mary Perelman and step-father of Stuart and Stevan Keith, died peacefully on April 2, 2019.

A graduate of Oberlin College and Harvard Law School, and a member of Congregation Mickve Israel, he practiced law in Cleveland, Ohio for nearly 40 years before moving to Savannah. He was a board member of the Old Savannah Symphony, sometimes giving pre-concert lectures. He will be remembered for his quick wit, his erudition, and his amazing memory.

Survivors in addition to his wife and step-sons are his daughter-in-law, Ellen Keith, and four grandchildren, Sara, Matthew, Andrew and Sean Keith.

A private funeral service will be held at the graveside, Bonaventure Cemetery, conducted by Rabbi Robert W. Haas.

Remembrances: American Diabetes Association - Suite C236, 5105 Paulsen Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405.

Please share your thoughts about Mr. Perelman and his life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Savannah Morning News on Apr. 5, 2019.

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April 6, 2019

May Gods loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76

April 5, 2019

So very sorry for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you and give you peace during this difficult time.

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