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Lester James Reitman

Lester Reitman Obituary

REITMAN, LESTER (LES) JAMES, 80, passed away in his sleep early Saturday morning, July 1. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Les also lived in Connecticut before making Miami and Islamorada his home. He leaves his loving wife, Sonia; daughters, Sandy and Carolyn; grandson, Brett, as well as two dogs and many friends. Before retirement thirty years ago, Les owned Courtesy Ford in South Miami. Throughout his life, he was a great horseman, marksman, and boatman, and was very supportive of local charities and businesses. Having been diagnosed with cancer and six months to live...two and a half years ago, Les was fond of saying "I _won_ my fight with cancer!" His positive outlook on life will be missed by all. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jul. 6, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Lester Reitman

19 Entries

Richard Hepner

July 19, 2006

Dear Sonia and the rest of the Reitman Family,

You know how I felt about your husband/dad. I have to many fond and great memories over the last 38 years I can't begin to list them. Les was a great man and a great friend. We became very close in the last 15 years or so and had lots of fun times with the computers etc. as you know. He lived a full and exciting life that surpassed his dreams I am certain. He had such a positive attitude right till the end. He is at peace now and he will live on in all the lives he touched and everything he did in this world. He will be missed more then I can say.

Love to you all and to Les, you will be missed!

John Hepner

July 18, 2006

To the Reitman Family,

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Les. I just want you to know how much I enjoyed your father. When I was 13 or 14 your dad would load up his Big Yellow Bronco and take me to play night golf at Colonial Palms. (numerous times)Les helped me jump start my game while my Dad was on the road. For that I am grateful. Our family has many memories of meeting up with the Maverick 2 @ Elliott Key. I know my dad enjoyed boating with Les and being our neighbor.

Take care and say hello to your mom.

John Hepner

Bonnie Yelner DiCicco

July 16, 2006

Dear Carolyn & Sandy, I too am a first cousin to your father, my parents were Aunt Esther & Uncle Al. I was sory to learn of his death and offer my condolences.Bonnie Yelner DiCicco

Karen Singer

July 11, 2006

Dear Sonia,

We are deeply saddened to hear of Les' passing. We wish to express our sincere condolences to you, Blitz, Sheba and family. Les was a true gentleman, young at heart and a good friend. We fondly remember our adventurous boat trip to the west coast of Florida, visits to your home in Islamorada and dinners at Capital Grille. Les will be missed, but always remembered. Love, Karen & Bernie Singer

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April Greaner-Barfus

July 10, 2006

To the Reitman Family -

On behalf of the South Florida Ford Dealers we send our deepest sympathy. Les was a integral part of our group for a long time and was respected by all who knew him. We have thought of him often since his retirement and he will be missed.

Vince & Bernice Cronk

July 8, 2006

Life will not be the same without Les.Blood brother and friend of 70 yrs.will miss you. Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to his dear wife

Sonia and daughter Carolyn.

Ronald Reu

July 8, 2006

Les was a special friend to us. words can not express our sadness at his passing. Sonia, we send you our love. Ron & Nancy

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Rita Sanchez

July 7, 2006

Dear Sonia,Carolyn & Sandy,

My deepest condolences for your lose. Les was a gentlemens gentlemen, who always had a smile on his face with something nice to say. Every phone call he would say Rita Dear...He will be missed.

Sandy Jukel

July 7, 2006

To the Reitman Family, Les was one of the GREATEST people I knew. I felt fortunate to have known him. He was always a gentleman's,gentleman. He will be sorely missed but never forgotten.

Morgan Silver

July 6, 2006

Please allow me to express my most sincere condolences to the family. It is an honor to have know Mr. Reitman over the years and my life has been more blessed by knowing him.

Marilyn Grad

July 6, 2006

Dear Carolyn & Sandy:

I'm sure you have no recollection of me since it's been many, many years. Your grandfather, Joe, and my mother were sister and brother. Perhaps you might recall Aunt Ruth and Uncle Dave, my parents. If you would like to "catch up", my email has been supplied. My deepest condolences to you upon your loss.

Kathy Ferguson (Palen Cabinets)

July 6, 2006

Sonia,

Les was quite a character and I will always remember him fondly. My prayers and deepest smpathies are with you and your family.

Michael Yelner

July 6, 2006

Dear Carolyn and Sandy:

I am probably a long forgotten relative, but a first cousin to your dad.

It was he who provided me with my first car, and he always had a REAL Soft spot for my father and mother, his Aunt Esther and Uncle Al, both of whom are now deceased.

Please know that I extend my condolences for all of the Yelner family who knew and cared for your father.

The best to you both, Cousin Michael

Bob Silver

July 6, 2006

To the family of Mr.Reitman--We were

very sorry to learn of Mr. Reitman's passing. He has been a major contributor to our program to rescue abused horses and we are very grateful for his help. Bob Silver, Sec-Treas.-Horse Protection Association of Florida.

Robert Lamont

July 6, 2006

Sonia, Sandy and Carolyn: Your husband and dad started out years ago as a client, but became a friend. Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. We will miss him.

Lamont Neiman Interian & Bellet

Pete Button

July 6, 2006

Sonia,

We were sorry to hear the sad news about Les. He was a vital member of Cutler Cove Squadron and will be greatly missed.

Pete and Edna Button

CHERI BYRD

July 6, 2006

SONIA AND CAROLYN

I SEND YOU BOTH MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOST. I KNOW EVERYON WILL MISS MR REITMAN.

Bernie and John Cooper

July 6, 2006

Sonia - Our most sincere condolences go to you and your families on the passing of Les. He was a man who will be missed and well-remembered by those who knew him.

CHERI BYRD

July 6, 2006

I WILL MISS HIM MORE THEN I CAN SAY. SINCE MAY 31 1970 MR REITMAN HAS BEEN MY MENTOR AND MY FRIEND. HE HAS BEEN A VERY IMPORTANT FRIEND IN MY LIFE. AND I AM SO GLAD I HAD THE CHANCE TO KNOW HIM . HE MADE MY LIFE SO MUCH BETTER. HE TAUGHT ME TO HAVE FAITH IN MYSELF. I GOT TO SPEND A LOT OF TIME WITH HIM DURING HIS ILLNESS. AND I AM GOING TO MISS HIM A LOT. HE IS TAKING A PART OF MY HEART WITH HIM. THANK YOU MR.REITMAN FOR BING MY FRIEND AND BEING IN MY LIFE.

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