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HOWARD BARTON BELKOFF
AGE: 59 FORMERLY OF LAKEWOOD
Howard Barton Belkoff, 59, of Las Vegas, Nev., formerly of Lakewood, died Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at his home. Howard was born in Philadelphia and raised in Elizabeth. He came to Lakewood in 1977 and lived in Freehold before moving to Las Vegas in 1997. He attended Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire and graduated with a BA in Psychology. He was a graduate of American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service, New York City. He established Belkoff Jewish Memorial Chapel in Lakewood in 1977, was trained to perform eye enucleation by the Eye Foundation of Delaware Valley. He was a member of Congregation Ahavat Shalom, Lakewood, where he was past president and treasurer, and of Chabad of Green Valley in Nevada. Howard was a gregarious and community minded individual and he was a member of the Lakewood Lions Club, the Kiwanis Club, the Knights of Pythias, served on the Board of the Solomon Schechter Academy of Ocean County, past president of Monmouth/Ocean Funeral Directors Association, past member of the JFDA, of the International Freelance Photographers Association, and member and historian of the Mustang and Classic Ford Club of Las Vegas. Most recently, he was self-employed representing the "Send Out Cards" Greeting Card Co., and had been involved in recent real estate ventures.
Howard was predeceased by his parents, Dr. Michael and Shirley Belkoff of Elizabeth; and his first wife, Gerri, in 1986, and survived by his wife of 21 years, Barbara; two sons, Jeffrey and wife Ariala, and Eric; a daughter, Robyn, all of Las Vegas; and two brothers, Dr. Lawrence Belkoff and wife Sherri of Lafayette Hill, Pa., and Dr. Kenneth Belkoff and his wife Sandra of Tucson, Ariz.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 7 at Belkoff Goldstein Funeral Chapel, 313 Second St., Lakewood. Interment to follow at Beth Israel Memorial Park, Woodbridge. Donations to Solomon Schechter Academy, 395 Kent Road, Howell, NJ 07731, or to the American Cancer Society, Memorial Processing Center, P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057-0007, in his memory will be appreciated.
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Barbara Belkoff
May 31, 2020
Its been 11 years-and I still miss you. Sundays,family days, can be sad. Especially with the pandemic.
Things are usually good for me but, truth is, I miss my partner in crime. Hugs eternally.
Barbara Belkoff
May 12, 2014
Hi it's me. Lots of things have happened since your passing. I have felt you tell me a new beginning was good by sending a hummingbird each time. The decision to leave Kimo St; the decision to leave Vegas for Florida last September. I still think of you and wish we had more years together. My parents are going on 62 years of marriage. Robyn and Ben are embarking on their life together; Jeff and Ariala are in Dallas; and Eric is making his life in Israel since graduation. A lot of these are firsts and I know you are aware -- and look over us. I go it alone; making acquaintances into friends and staying busy helping others along the way.
Just wanted to chat.
Love , Barb
Jason
March 19, 2011
Went to Englishtown the other day and was thinking of you. I almost parked in the paid lot...
Kerry Cook
June 21, 2010
Although I didn't know you personally, I remember your father (he was my -& my family's- pediatrician) & while poking around the internet, I came across a few stories about you (ala the Cadillac article & other fun stuff) & got to see that as well as looking a whole lot like your Dad, you seemed to have his kind & humorous demeanor. I send my sympathy to your family & friends & hope that in time, your memory will bring them lots of joy & laughter remembering you & having been able to make & share wonderful times together.
June 16, 2010
It is now a year after your passing. There are still the moments that I cry when it hits but that is to be expected. But mostly I reflect on what you are missing out on --our children are wonderful and doing well. I am doing well and think of you often. Love you on what would be our 22nd anniversary. xoxox
Ellen Mann
July 5, 2009
My heartfelt condolences go out to Barbara and the kids, Jeffery, Eric and Robyn. I am one of Howie's first cousins and just reconnected with him on Facebook. I was shocked to hear of his passing. Although words cannot heal the pain of losing a husband and father, I wish you the strength to go on and overcome that pain. He will be missed.
Lydia Pandolfi
July 3, 2009
dear howie, yesturday was one month since you left us. although i am not family when barb brought me over the very first time you welcomed me into your home and treated me like a sister. with good and bad advice like a brother would do i listen and now your not here. i finally got to meet jeff and robyn omg what great kids i let them know i will always be here for them no matter what just like i do with eric. they will always have an aunt in vegas. i really havnt left barbs side nor the kids that much they know the will always have me to lean on. i never saw so much love and i do in your home. although i was raised cathlic and was reborn a christian i am learning alot about your faith and all the meanings of your services. although i went to shake a rabbi hands he saw my crossed around my neck and was kind and patient and explained why he denined my greating i wish you were here to give me heads up dork, but you have gotten a good laugh out of it. the minion was so cool i had never seen anything like it. and this place was packed. you would have been so proud or jeff and eric cuz i know barb and i were. although i had no clue i had a lady behind me quietly explain the service to me. i now ware the hamsa (hand of god) around my neck and between my 2 crosses and am very proud to ware it too!
a personal note: to my bro i wish you were still here, know you will never be far and always in our heart.
Barbara Belkoff
July 3, 2009
The past several days were so hard, Howie. First there was June 29th--nevermind your and Gerri's anniversary but also my parents-celebrating their 56th anniversary! I wanted that for us...to be together a LONG time and enjoy traveling and doing whatever we wanted. I was robbed. Then there was July 2nd, 30 days from your passing-another milestone. It's so hard to deal with the fact that we will not be able to enjoy these times together. But Life goes on, I have to be there and be strong for the kids.
Eric Belkoff
July 3, 2009
Hey Dad!
Its so hard being at home without you every day...I was sick on graduation, but Mom and I had a great time in San Francisco and you missed out on all the good food and fun that we had, you would've loved all the seafood...Robyn's taking me to go see "KA" for graduation and 2 days after that I arrive in Philly for orientation and to spend time with Sherri and Larry like we planned! Mom and I are going to Bradley for a week to see Grandma and Grandpa before I move into the dorm...I'm really excited for college, but I still wish you could be there for me and come and visit...I'm glad that we were able to spend a lot of time together over the last year, that trip to Los Angeles, the trip to see the Dodgers, the trip to go to Bradley and Keansburg, Elizabeth, and the Safari, our trip to go see USC, our trip to go see Temple in February, and finally our trip to go have Passover in Tucson with Judy and Shelly and Kenny and Sandy...I will never forget the last 18 years and all the good memories...
debbie goldstein
June 20, 2009
our hearts go out to Barbara , jeffrey, robyn, and eric. we will always remember the good times we had together. we will miss howie . love , debbie and marc goldstein.
Tony and Sue Saggese
June 19, 2009
My husband and I knew Howie many years ago. We just recently connected again through Facebook. Gerri, Howie's first wife who passed away, was my college roommate. He was always such a fun-loving, funny guy. We used to hang out in the summers in Lakewood with little Jeffrey and Robyn. We send out sympathies to Howie's family in their time of sorrow.
Susan and Monty HIrschman
June 18, 2009
Our hearts go out to Barbara and all of the family. It was such a sudden loss and a shock to all. We are saddened to hear the news. We are here if you need to talk. It will take time till anything feels normal and he will always be with you in spirit.
We miss Him, but he left a lasting legacy.
Alex Monaco
June 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Barbara and the kids. My husband and I met Howie through the Mustang club in Las Vegas. When my husband was diagnosed with renal cancer Howie was the first person to step up and offer any help I needed in caring for my husband. I will never, ever forget that. Howie was a kind and gentle soul who will be very much missed.
Julie Bernstein
June 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort with family and friends.
June 12, 2009
Our heart and prayers are with Barbara and her family.
Howie will be missed, he always knew that Starbucks was just a call away with us....He was quite a guy...We loved him and will miss him... Darcy Ukanis and Mitchell Einhorn
(Las Vegas, NV)
Darcy Ukanis
June 12, 2009
Our heart and prayers are with Barbara and her family.
Howie will be missed, he always knew that Starbucks was just a call away with us....He was quite a guy...We loved him and will miss him... Darcy Ukanis and Mitchell Einhorn
(Las Vegas, NV)
Shelby Shariatzadeh
June 11, 2009
I'm so sorry, Robyn. Please pass my condolences on to your family. You'll be in my prayers.
Jessica Curtis
June 11, 2009
Howie was a wonderful man....and boy could he talk ;). He will be missed! I'm sure nothing is going to stop him from driving his beloved cars. My heart goes out to all of his family and the people who loved him.
Ellen Rhein
June 11, 2009
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayers.
Love, Jackie
Stacey Thornton
June 11, 2009
Barbara:
I was saddened to hear of Howard's passing. Please accept my condolences.
Phylis Kohn
June 11, 2009
Sending all our thoughts and prayers to a beautiful person, Barbara, and her children.
Mike DeFonzo
June 11, 2009
I was saddened to hear about Howard's passing. I served my internship with him back in 1990. He was a good man. I'm glad I had the opportunity to thank him before he moved to Las Vegas. My thoughts and prayers to his family
Barbara Belkoff
June 11, 2009
I will miss you. You were my best friend and partner. We could do nothing together and still enjoy each other's company. We considered ourselves lucky to have such great kids-bright, caring, intelligent with lots of potential. I will always be grateful for the people he brought into my life. His community, family and friends made me feel loved and cared for. And it continues today.
He loved going to ball games with the boys and on vacations-especially with family. Most recently he traveled looking at colleges with our youngest, Eric. He was very proud of his accomplishments.
May he continue to drive his Mustangs and Cadillacs!
I love you. Your wife, Barbara
Conni Schenkel
June 9, 2009
We will miss Howard very much and our hearts go out to you and your family. I met Howard through MCLV and he was always there with a big hug and smile for all of us! We love you and you and your family will be in our prayers. Love you!
Kenneth Shapiro
June 9, 2009
I was extremely saddened to hear of Howard's passing. My blessings and prayers are extended to Barbara and all of his children.
Roberta and Sam Langman
June 8, 2009
We were so very sorry to hear about Howard. What a sad loss. May you be comforted by your family and friends.
June 6, 2009
We will miss Howard very much. I really enjoyed speaking with him and got a real kick out of his personality. He was such a concerned father. Always calling me to see how Ariala and Jeff were doing when he did not hear from them for awhile. Most recently our 2 families got together for Mother's Day. We all had a great time. I am so glad we had the opportunity to see him then. We will remember that day. Most of all I want to say he was very proud of all of his children. G-d bless Howard and may he rest in peace. G-d bless his entire family.
Our deepest and heart felt Condolences,
Linda Malik and Family
Debbie and Mike Hargrave
June 6, 2009
Our hearts go out to you all. Howie leaves behind a wonderful legacy. He will be remembered for his compassion, warm smile and impish glint in his eye.
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