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HARVEY CHANSKY Obituary

CHANSKY, Harvey Age 89, of Randolph, MA, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2023. Beloved son of the late Harry and Fanny Chansky; and brother of the late Nathan Chansky, Lillian Andler, and Beatrice Katz. Harvey is lovingly survived by his wife, Roberta (Siegel) Chansky; and his sons, Howard Chansky and his wife, Kari, Neal Chansky and his wife, Cinzia. He was a loving "Papa" to his grandchildren, Juliana, Alexander, Matthew, Joshua, Jacob, and Samuel. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Harvey was an avid sports fan and basketball player in his youth for which he received many trophies and awards, including an opportunity to play in the Boston Garden. Post-retirement, Harvey focused his energy on helping others by volunteering for Meals on Wheels, Randolph for 11 years. In addition to the many accolades from those he serviced, he was awarded a Presidential Letter of Achievement acknowledging his long term contributions to supporting those in need in his community. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:45 am on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance following the Service will be held at the home of Neal and Cinzia Chansky until 6:00 pm. The memorial observance will continue at the home of Roberta Chansky, Monday through Wednesday from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to either Alzheimer's Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452, or Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre Street, Roslindale, MA 02131.

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Published by Boston Globe from May 10 to May 11, 2023.

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1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

the home of Neal and Cinzia Chansky

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14

Graveside service

11:45 a.m.

Sharon Memorial Park

MA

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15

Memorial Gathering

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

the home of Roberta Chansky

MA

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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

the home of Roberta Chansky

MA

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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

the home of Roberta Chansky

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