Dr. H. James "Jim" Fontek, DDS

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Dr. H. James Fontek, DDS Obituary

Name: Funeral for Dr. H. James "Jim" Fontek, DDS
Start: 2022-12-18T11:00:00.000Z
Location: Congregation Toras Emes of Staten Island

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 16 to Dec. 17, 2022.

Dr. Harold James "Jim" Fontek passed away on December 15th. He is survived by his family whom he treasured more than anything else in the world: Rachelle Zeluff, Sara (Mitchell) Weinstein and Lewis (Shira) Fontek ; his grandchildren; Mark, William (Cassie), Kayla, Heather, Max, Jonathan, Rebecca, Kayla, Ethan, Gavin, and Taryn; and so many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his beloved siblings and son-in-law Steven.

Born in the Bronx in 1938, Jim went to Temple for college and dental school then served as a dentist for the U.S. Army in France. He and his former wife, Anne, then settled on Staten Island in 1965 until his retirement in 2012. He moved to Pennsylvania in 2017 to be with his children.

Jim had numerous passions including: volunteering as a dentist on Kibbutz En Zurim, Shakespeare in the Park, The Yankees and Rangers, making people laugh, and being the glue for his synagogue, community and extended family.

The funeral will take place on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at 11:00am at Congregation Toras Emes of Staten Island and also via Zoom. Jim is a founding member of Toras Emes and served as President for many years.

Following funeral and interment, the family will be observing Shiva at the Zeluff home on Sunday and Monday, Weinstein home on Tuesday and Wednesday, and at Shaare Torah in Gaithersburg, Maryland on Thursday. May his memory be for a blessing.

Donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Friendship Circle of Central Jersey at friendsnj.com

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Frank Levine

February 3, 2023

I was so saddened to hear that Dr Fontek had passed away. Not only was he our family dentist, but also our cousin. I grew up calling him Cousin Jamsie. A name I picked up from my father many, many years ago. He was such a cheerful and intelligent man who touched the lives of many. I will cherish the memories I have of him. It is with deep sorrow that I learned of the passing of him. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences.
He was an honest man, and he had a big heart. I am honored to have known him, and I will surely miss him. We all shall miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Laura almazan

January 27, 2023

He was always in my memories, never forgotten him , he was always wonderful and caring.

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Fernanda T.

December 21, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sending hugs Sara <3

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Karen

December 17, 2022

Dr. Fontek was a wonderful human and a topflight dentist. I have known him since about the age of 7 and continued to use him as my dentist throughout my life. He always asked about my mom, brothers and sister and seemed to know as much about them as me. He was a fixture in the dental community and always had a wonderful staff. He was compassionate, warm hearted and always, always had a story to bring a smile to your face. I cherish having this gentleman in my life and personal history. I will never forget him, ever. God bless you Dr. Fontek, heaven waits for you, rest in Peace.

Karen DeMary

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