Allan Lester Kaplan

ALLAN LESTER KAPLAN, age 78, of Houston, Texas, died peacefully on October 18, 2006. He was the youngest of three children, born in Chicago, Illinois, on January 13, 1928, to Abe and Annette Kaplan. He is preceded in death by his loving and adoring wife, Marian Kaplan, who passed away, this past June. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Sheldon Kaplan and his sister and brother in-law, Sheryl and Abe Lewis, In addition, his loving mother and father- in-law, Betty and Israel Kaminsky, his sister and brother-in-laws: Morris and Caroline Kamin, Lester and Hortense Kamin, Ethel Kamin, Bessie and Aaron Goodman. and his nephew, Thomas Aczel. Allan is survived by his three loving daughters and their families: Denise and Steve Moore, Stacie and Amanda Moore; Susan and Kenny Fenson, Danielle and Jacqueline Fenson, and Lisa Thurman, Hunter and Casey Thurman. He also leaves behind his brother and sister in-laws: Sam and Margie Kamin, Jake and Nina Kamin, Max and Dawn Kamin, Betty Kaplan, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Allan grew up in Chicago, and attended the University of Illinois. He later served in the United States Navy, during the Korean War. While visiting his sister, Sheryl, in Houston, he met the future love of his life, Marian, who he shared a beautiful 54 year marriage. Allan and Marian built their business together, Carpet City, which they had for 35 years, until they retired. After retiring, he and Marian spent their time traveling throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. They enjoyed taking numerous cruises and road trips. In addition to traveling, Allan enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Allan will always be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He and his wife, Marian, enjoyed entertaining, and sharing special times with their family and friends. Allan was a very kind and thoughtful man, with a delightful sense of humor, who will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. The family wishes to thank his doctors, Dr. Garret Lynch, Dr. Frank Smith, Dr. Juan Olivera, Dr. Albert Raizner, and Dr Stuart Niefield, Also, the nurses and staff on the 8th floor at the Methodist Hospital, who took loving care of him, during his final days. In addition, his devoted caregivers, Hattie Johnson, Juana Perez, Vergie Johnson, and the entire staff at the Parklane Condominium. Gravesite services to be held, Friday, October 20th, 3:30 P.M., at Beth Yeshurun Cemetery (Post Oak/Old Katy Rd), with Rabbi Jack Segal, Rabbi David Rosen and Cantor David Propis, officiating. . In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Congregation Beth Yeshurun, at 4525 Beechnut, Houston, Texas, 77096.