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Jeffrey Eisman Obituary
He was born Nov. 4, 1942, in Springfield, and was a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and Tufts University Dental School.
Jeff and his partner, Richard Stevens, founded Amherst Dental Group in the early 1970s. Jeff held a special spot in his heart over the years for staff and patients alike, many of whom continued to express their love with cards, letters and visits far into his retirement.
Jeff was an avid fly-fisherman who always loved exploring every bend in the river, whether in Western Massachusetts, Alaska or South America. He was known to friends and family for his wit and ever-present sense of humor. His talent for telling stories and jokes delighted everyone who knew him. Jeff also was a lover of the arts - a regular at the Amherst Cinema and Mass MOCA, a former board member of WFCR and a patron of musical and theatrical performances. Jeff loved his Amherst coffee circle – first at the Black Sheep, then at Rao's – as well as his men's group and book group and countless other friends.
Jeff's wide-ranging curiosity, sharp memory and interest in politics, culture and world events never waned; his DVR remains crammed with Charlie Rose and Fareed Zakaria programs.
He never forgot a tooth in a patient's mouth, a friend in need, or where his priorities lay.
He leaves behind his wife, Eve of Hadley; his son, Benjamin of Washington, D.C.; his brother, Wayne Eisman and sister-in-law Susan Eisman of Scarsdale, N.Y.; and many loving cousins, brothers and sisters in law, nephews, nieces and friends. He will be dearly, dearly missed.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Jewish Community of Amherst, located at 742 Main Street. Burial will follow in the Jewish Community of Amherst Cemetery, Shutesbury. Calling hours will be immediately after the service on Wednesday, as well as Thursday evening, at the Eisman residence, 10 Hillside Drive, Hadley.
Obituary and memorial register at www.douglassfuneral.com.
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for Jeffrey Eisman
Bibi Stein
January 2, 2022
We miss you Jeff!!
Rest In Peace & know you will always be remembered Bibi
January 14, 2013
Our family was deeply saddened to learn of Jeff's passing. He was our family's dentist for many decades. Our three daughters, now adults and living in Connecticut kept coming back to him as their dentist until he retired. In addition to being a really great dentist, he was intelligent, kind, and compassionate--and always cheerful. We send our sincere condolences to his family. Patty and Sidney Claunch
Bibi Stein
January 10, 2013
Whenever I think about Jeff- I have to smile- he was always a delight to chat with. He will be missed!
Mark Refowitz
January 10, 2013
Just heard the sad news. Jeff was a good man, great dentist and friend. Too many of the participants from our regular Amherst poker game are no longer with us.My thoughts and prayers are with the Eisman family.
January 10, 2013
Robert C. Glassman...my condolences
January 9, 2013
Our thoughts are with you, Eve.
Joyce Thatcher & Peter Blumberg
Deborah Rubin
January 9, 2013
I'm in Florida and just heard about Jeff. He was such a terrific person. I still tell his "missing front tooth" story- it makes me laugh. my condolences to you and Ben.
Marilyn & Steve Monsein
January 9, 2013
We are in northern NH where we retired some 6 years ago. Just heard of Jeff's passing and were shocked and sadden. Our heart goes out to you and Benjamin. Love, Marilyn and Steve Monsein
Kim Kosloski
January 9, 2013
My thoughts go out to you Mrs. Eisman, Dr. Eisman was a very kind man and will be missed.
Barbara Estes
January 9, 2013
I'm so sorry about your husband. I know him as he was my dentist dr. He was very nice. He was always gentle to do my teeth. I miss him. My prayers and thoughts goes to you and your family.
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