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In 1959, Don married the love of his life, Audrey Shulman and was a caring, loving, and devoted husband until his last breath. Even when it was hard to understand his speech due to illness, she and we could still appreciate hearing his "I love you so much". He and Audrey were world travelers. Travelling frequently to their condos in South Florida, enjoying cruising the Caribbean and exploring sites in Europe, usually together with family and close friends. He also enjoyed taking his sons skiing during every school vacation. He was an avid skier as well, joining his friends in the Hickory Dickory Docs Ski Club every Wednesday until the age of 87.
He was a devoted father to his sons, Andrew & his wife May, Jay & his wife Jennifer, and Eric & his husband Tony. He was proud of and deeply loved his grandchildren Justin, Brittany, Joseph and Jared (and all their pets).
Services on Friday May 17 at 11:00 AM. Condolence calls may be made at his late residence on Friday May 17 from 2-8 PM. Eric & Tony will also accept condolence calls at their home on Sunday May 19 from 2-6PM, with minyan service at 5:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's name may be made to Visiting Nurse & Community Care www.thevisitingnurses.com or a charity of one's choice.
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Myron & Rose Dittmer
May 19, 2024
Dear Audrey and family, I was deeply sadden to recently hear of Don's passing. He was such a gracious and compassionate person who always had a smile on his face and seemed to enjoy life to its fullest. I remember being so impressed about his annual family & friends trips to ski resorts even into his 80's! Don's memories will remain with us all who had the fortune to know and love him. Rose and I send our deepest sympathies to you and all family members.
Biff and Helena Michaud
May 18, 2024
Helena and I are very saddened by the news of the death of our family friend Don. Don lived his life with dignity, grace, family and love. Hard working, humble and fair minded, it was very easy to be in his circle of friends of which we were privileged to be included. He made everyone happy to be in his welcoming presence and, as hard it is to know we can't talk to him, it would be an insult to him to have his legacy be one that would cause us pain. I never saw Don without his trademark smile, a smile that came easy to his face. I want Audrey and her family to know that we care...Don was quite a guy!!
Mike Rivera
May 17, 2024
Thank you for your service to our country, Sir. Job well done and now it is time to Rest In Peace. May God Bless you.
~ Salute ~
VFW Post 1012 Medford, MA.
Linda Biles
May 17, 2024
I believe I was one of the first babysitters for the Adelman boys many years ago. Audrey and Don were like second parents to me. I always admired their loving relationship.
With Love
Linda Polcari
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John Polcari
May 17, 2024
Don, was a caring and generous person, when I was young he would take us for rides in his Rambler convertible, I´ll always remember those days. RIP MR. A
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