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Samuel Slomowitz Obituary
Beloved husband, father, Zaydee, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday September 26, 2014. He was a holy and learned man who loved discussing religion and he humbly embraced the perspectives of anyone who enjoyed engaging in such philosophical conversations. He was an idealist who believed in all things positive, counseling others to find "positive and constructive" solutions to their everyday problems.
A longtime member of Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue, Sam loved participating in weekly Sabbath morning services, and it gave him great pride to watch his son Scott and his twin grandsons, Benjamin and Joseph, lead services with confidence and grace.
Sam was an aircraft structural engineer with the Boeing Vertol Company for over 35 years and was highly respected among his peers. A distinguished member of the Boeing Vertol Toastmasters Club and editor of its newsletter, the "Stimulator", Sam was a highly-requested speaker for his colleagues' retirement parties.
An accomplished ballroom dancer, Sam also loved big band music and musical theater. But at his core, he was the consummate writer. In addition to writing two books, Sam thoroughly enjoyed pouring out his loving wisdom and encouraging messages for family and friends on important occasions. These writings have become keepsakes for all of us.
Sam was a graduate of Mesivtha Tifereth Yerushalayim Yeshiva of New York City and Weequahic High School in Newark, NJ and the Academy of Aeronautics in New York City. He served in the U.S. Army in Europe from 1945-1947. However, before serving in Europe, he graduated from the Army Specialized Training Reserve Program (ASTRP) at City College of New York where he began a long-lasting friendship with his Army buddy, Mr. Jerry Stiller.
He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 55 years, his daughter, Cindy Goldstein (Lee Goldstein of blessed memory), sons Scott Slomowitz (Cynthia), Stewart Slomowitz and 12 beloved grandchildren: Lara, Jared, Adam; Becca, Anna, Kaylee, Benjamin, Joseph; Gabby, Jesse, Lilly and Jacob.
Funeral services will be held 2:00pm, Sunday, September 28, 2014 at Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue, 4412 Washington Boulevard, Wilmington, DE 19802. Shiva will be observed 6:30 pm, Sunday, September 28 at the home of Cindy Goldstein; shiva will also be observed 5:30 pm, Monday, September 29 and Tuesday, September 30 at Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue.
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Barbara Morris
September 30, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Charna Flanzer
September 30, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Leo Yuknevich
September 29, 2014
Sam was a good man. Sam taught alot of young kids how to do good design and drawings. Always had a joke or fable to share. He was like a second father. He'll be missed.
Heidi Selem
September 29, 2014
Our prayers and thought are with your family now and always
Fred Siegele
September 29, 2014
I worked with Sam here at Boeing and always said Hi to him whenever I could. He gave me a copy of his book "Jesus Christ, Sam" and also he loved to talk about the differences in our faiths. I would holler out of my car window whenever I saw him coming out of the "Toastmasters" class he would lead here at Boeing. May God bless Sam and his family.
Joel Chodos
September 28, 2014
We mourn Sam's passing but his memory and good deeds will live on through his children and grandchildren.
September 28, 2014
I learned something new when I talked with Mr. Slomowitz. I still use materials he shared with my students. David Brown
George Mallet-Prevost
September 28, 2014
I always enjoyed my infrequent visits with Mr. Slomowitz over the years. He was a man of such kindness and humor. I loved how proud he was of all his children and grandchildren. He was one of the world's top fathers and grandfathers and we will all miss him. My sympathy to Mrs. Slomowitz, Cindy, Scott, Stewart and all of his wonderful grandchildren. I know you will cherish the memories of this great man.
Derek Hart
September 28, 2014
Sad to see Sam's passing..A perfect gentleman and a delight to work with him at Boeing, always willing to express the positive side of life. May he rest in peace.
Lucille Avakian Karnik
September 28, 2014
my condolences to the families touched by this loss
Barry & Cynthia Polish
September 28, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sharon Berry
September 27, 2014
We will miss Sam, especially our times enjoying Torah study together. He and Betty are part of our family. Sharon and Dan
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