George J. BRINDIS

BRINDIS, George J.
George J. Brindis, 97, of Boca Raton, FL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 3, 2016. Beloved husband of Phyllis for 68 years; father of Lewis, Sam (Sandra) and Carol (David Tivoli); grandfather of Leah Tivoli (fiancé Bryan Reeves), Sarah Tivoli, Benjamin Brindis, and Jasper Brindis; brother of Leslie (Anita) Brindis. George was a veteran of the Armed Forces in World War II. He served in Panama as a quartermaster and was honorably discharged in 1946. George and his brothers owned a leather manufacturing and tanning business in the City of Haverhill, MA until he retired to Boynton Beach, FL. He attended The University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business. George was active with the following organizations: Board of Directors of Family Mutual Bank in Haverhill, Haverhill Public Library Trustee, Board Member of Haverhill Red Cross, Board Member of Boy Scouts of America, President & Director of the Rotary Club, Residence Council of Indian Springs, and Coach and Sponsor of youth baseball. George was a long-term member and President of Temple Emanuel of Haverhill, Temple Beth Kodesh of Boynton Beach, and B'nai B'rith. George was active in many Jewish organizations during his lifetime notably the Jewish Federation, Israel Bonds, and recently became a Legacy member of Ben-Gurion University. He received many awards for his efforts including the B'nai B'rith "Citizen of the Year" Award. He was a Jewish Chaplain and provided Friday Night and Passover services regularly for many years. George was passionate about golf which he played from age 10 until he died and acquiring 4 holes in ones in his lifetime. A chapel service was held on January 5, 2016 at Beth Israel Memorial Chapel. Interment followed at Eternal Light Memorial Gardens. Farewell and rest in peace, loving husband, father and grandfather. Those wishing to honor George with a memorial contribution are asked to consider American Associates of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, 7280 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 204N, Boca Raton, FL 33433-3422.
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