Eugene W. EHRLICH

EHRLICH, Eugene W.
Eugene W. Ehrlich, Z"L, age 87, of West Hartford and Delray Beach, FL, died peacefully, Sunday, (September 8, 2013). He was the beloved husband for 63 years, of Martha J. Ehrlich. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of Jack and Rose Ehrlich. Eugene attended University of Miami. He was the founder of LaSalle Music in West Hartford where he worked until retirement. Eugene was a professional musician and played in many bands and belonged to the New Britain Musician Union. He and Martha were members of the Beth El Temple in West Hartford. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed travelling the world with his wife and cruising with his family. Eugene was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. Besides his wife Martha, he is survived by two children, Jeffrey M. Ehrlich and his wife Debbie of Cromwell, Jacalyn E. Cohen and her husband Daniel of West Hartford; a sister, Irma Haber of Delray Beach, FL; six cherished grandchildren, Josh and his wife Evelyn, Hayley and her husband Michael, Emily, Allison and her husband John, Amanda, and Abby; and precious great-grandson, Jacob. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, and life-long friends.
A private funeral service was held on Tuesday with Rabbi James Rosen officiating. Shiva will be observed Today at his daughters' house in West Hartford from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. with Minyan service at 7 p.m. both nights. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the CT Valley Region B'nai Brith Youth, 360 Amity Rd., Woodbridge, CT, 06525 or to a charity of donor's choice. The family extends a heartfelt appreciation to the staff at the Saint Francis ICU. May Eugene's memory be a source of strength and a blessing. Funeral arrangements provided by Hebrew Funeral Association, Inc., West Hartford.