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RONALD KAPLAN Obituary
RONALD L., of Fort Lauderdale FL, formerly of Penn Valley PA, passed away suddenly on Friday, Sept. 12, 2014. Devoted husband of Joan (Rolnick). Beloved brother-in law of Fran (Robert) Sherman and Susie (Bob) Costa. Adored father of Fred (Laine) Kaplan, Marc Kaplan, Michael Kaplan, and Amy (Eric) Roth. Doting Pop-pop of Erica (Joe) Krepp and Jeffrey Kaplan, Alexandra and Rini Kaplan, and Jessica and Jonathan Roth. He was dearly loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Funeral Services will be held Friday at STAR OF DAVID FUNERAL CHAPEL, North Lauderdale FL. Shiva will be observed Monday and Tuesday at the home of Fred and Laine Kaplan. Contrib-utions in his memory may be made to PSC Partners Seeking a Cure, 5237 South Kenton Way, Englewood CO 80111 or JAFCO, 4200 N. University Drive, Sunrise FL 33351.
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Jerry "Wolfie" Wolf
September 23, 2014
Fred: So sorry to read of the passing of your dad. Take comfort in the fact that he obviously left a great legacy of love and compassion.
Lori Walters
September 23, 2014
Joan,
I'am so sorry for your loss. I can't even find the words my friend. My heart goes out to you....I have been thinking about you during this time. Please know you are in my thoughts heart and prayers. Love to you.
September 23, 2014
The Kaplan Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
The Litke Family
Patrizia McAdoo
September 22, 2014
Dear Amy,
Bob and I would like to extend our condolence to you and your family and let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy ,
Patrizia and Bob
September 22, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Kaplan family on the loss of our dear cousin.
Shellie and Steve Gordon
Carolyn Davis
September 20, 2014
Dear Joan and Family
We are so so sorry for your loss. Ned and I loved Ron, as everyone did. He was the ultimate, kind gentlemen, and we always enjoyed being with him. We are also so sorry that we are not in town to be with you and support you, and look forward to our return to be there for you
Carolyn and Ned
Jennifer Brafman Staffen
September 19, 2014
The Kaplan family has been an extension of our family for as long as I can remember. Ron was such a happy guy! His smile and exuberant personality will be missed!! Love to the whole family from our family!
September 19, 2014
Dear Kaplan Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. Ron was a warm and caring individual who always had a smile on his face and a kind word. We enjoyed many holiday meals together. He will be greatly missed.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Sheri, Chip, Ilana and Aidan Hutzler
September 19, 2014
DEAR JOAN, FRED,LAINIE, MARC AND MICHAEL, WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.
WE CAN'T BE WITH YOU , BUT WE SEND OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY. COUSINS, RHONA AND WARRWN FORGANG
Carolyn Grimberg
September 18, 2014
Dear Joan & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I am thinking about you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Grimberg (ex-Stewart)
Michael Stewart
September 17, 2014
Dear Kaplan Family,
Ron was such a loving, kind, and generous man. Ron made a significant impact on my life.
I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Best regards,
September 17, 2014
My condolences to you Joan!
James Cravens
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