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Edward Kaplan Obituary
Edward Kaplan, 57, of State St., New Haven, devoted Partner of Dr. Julie Tison, died at CT Hospice on Oct. 24, 2021. Born in New York City, July 20, 1964, Ed was the son of Esther (Ackerman) Kaplan and the late Bernie Kaplan. Loving brother of Beth Toomey (James), and proud uncle of Conner, Kelly, and Lauren.
Ed was a friend to many around Connecticut and around the globe. He loved good food, good beers, and spending time with friends and family in his beloved New Haven. Ed was a proud UConn alum and a dedicated member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He will be missed by many.
Funeral Services at Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, 543 George St., New Haven, WEDNESDAY morning at 11:00 o'clock with Interment Services to follow at the Beth Sholom section of Walnut Grove Cemetery, 817 Old Colony Rd., Meriden. Memorial contributions may be sent to the CT Alpha Scholarship fund at https://www.classy.org/give/211419/#!/donation/checkout.
To sign an online registry book or to leave a message of condolence, please visit: www.shurefuneralhome.com.
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Chip Hunziker
March 20, 2022
One of the finest and funniest persons I knew during our days at UConn and SigEP. His service to the brothers of Connecticut Alpha is legendary and will be remembered for generations of future brothers. My condolences to his immediate family and all of us who called him brother.
Ken & Judy Balkin
November 11, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sean Kirkpatrick
October 29, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Julie and all of Ed's loved ones. I never met Ed. But judging by all of the kind messages from friends, I know many cared and appreciated him. I wish you all an abundance of kindness and support...
Michelle DeGrosky
October 27, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to those closest to Ed. This loss must feel cavernous. May peace be with you all.
Ed was one of the most unique men I´ve ever known. No other has ever matched his abundant energy and his joy for conversation on just about any topic. While at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Ed would reach out often via our instant messaging tool and before I could even type back "Hey Ed. What´s up?" he would have already typed 4 full paragraphs of text! Those fingers could fly! I think he typed just as fast as his mind processed just about any challenge. That´s what I have always remembered of the time we spent together there...that he just had such a zest for life...like he had a capacity to live it faster, fuller than anyone else.
I guess I´m going to look at it that way...that maybe he did....Maybe Ed got in far more than most in his too-brief 57 years. So long, Ed!!!
Caryn Wildstein Urquhart
October 27, 2021
Julie, Ester, Beth and family,
I am sending my deepest condolences on the loss of Ed. I was devastated upon learning this news. He was an absolute presence in all that he did. His infectious personality brought a smile to the faces of all he met. He will be greatly missed. Sending all my love.
Caryn Wildstein Urquhart
Elaine & Doug
October 27, 2021
We are profoundly saddened by Ed's passing. We will miss him. Our deepest condolences to Julie and Ed's family and friends.
John and Helene
October 27, 2021
A beautiful service..our thoughts are very much with you, Julie and all who knew and loved Ed. Yours and Ed´s lives have been so much richer for having spent these last 15 years together. Sending you peace and love. A toast to Ed!
Daniel S
October 27, 2021
Very sorry to hear about this....did not know Edward personally, but learned of his passing via my uncle, to whom he was a great friend...despite not knowing the man, based on what he had to say about him, and the level of grief he felt about it...not to mention the memories/condolences written on here..one cannot help but get the feeling that he would have been a good friend to anybody...I wish the best for his family/loved ones moving forward, and am certain that his spirit will not only live on with prosperity, but will truly appreciate the support everyone has reached out with, in regards to him
The Nissen & Jager families
October 27, 2021
Our deepest sympathy.
Buck Caulfield
October 27, 2021
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For my fraternity brother, Ed Kaplan, thank you for the memories, the songs, and the fun. Rest peacefully while we enjoy the memories.
Meghan Lovegren
October 26, 2021
To Julie and Ed´s family and friends
Sending you peace - you all deserved more time with your beloved partner, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Keeping you all in my thoughts. And raising a glass to Ed.
Billy Connelly
October 26, 2021
Dear Julie and all of Ed´s family and friends,
Ed touched the lives of so many people. Years and miles don´t matter. Big Ed was a great man, a kind soul, someone I will never forget. My heart aches for you. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of Ed.
My sincerest condolences,
Billy
Lisa McGonigal and Philip Yin
October 26, 2021
Julie, our deepest condolences. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lori Abrams
October 26, 2021
A person´s life can be measured on the impact they had on others, the unselfish deeds that helped many, and the friends and family that love the person. This describes Ed.
May his memory be a blessing.
Rena Masten Leddy
October 26, 2021
My heart is broken that you are gone. You were the kindest and most generous friend to all of us wayward people that you gathered together to call friends. Julie, my most sincere sympathy and love to you and your family. Love, Rena
Jim Colpi
October 25, 2021
Ed - you are an expert connector. Through your love, passion, dedication and leadership, decades and decades of CT-A SigEps were connected. We were connected to you and to each other. Thank you for everything you did to keep our friendships healthy and current.
Susan and Bill Wivell
October 25, 2021
Big Ed - a man we loved who was always smiling, and lived life to the fullest. We will miss your joy for life, living and dedication to your friends. Our deepest condolences to Julie, your immediate family and all those whose lives you touched.
Paul & Kim Langella
October 25, 2021
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11:00 a.m.
Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, Inc.543 George Street, New Haven, CT 06511
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817 Old Colony Rd., Meriden, CT
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