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1923
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2015
MEL WEITZ Obituary
A stand up guy - a man of great strength, generosity, and compassion. All the people whose life he touched will remember him. We send our heartfelt condolences to his lovely wife Ellen, his children, and grandchildren. Cherie and Daniel Serota, Mrs. Nathan L. Serota
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Theresa A. Nostrand
December 2, 2024
will always remmeber Mel he was a nice man
Michael Gershenson
December 1, 2024
Forever more's a memory...
Lewis Kasman
November 30, 2024
RIP MEL
A true friend.
Glen doughten
May 31, 2023
M Wetzel Mel you were always so nice and i miss our talks. Thank you so much.
Mrs. Gracie Ann Jablonowski
May 18, 2021
I can’t believe next month it will be 6 years since Mr. Weitz had passed on. He was a great boss and humanitarian. I will always remember when I
worked at Foodtown here on Long Island, he always had a pleasant word to say to us, his cashiers. I still get together with some of the cashiers who have since retired and we reminisce about our working days at Foodtown. We all miss him. Rest In Peace Mr. Weitz.
John Pastirchak
August 12, 2020
Having long since retired, I'm just now learning of Mel's passing. Representing a Fortune 500 consumer products company some 30-years ago, I would call on Mel's store in Pt Jefferson Station three times a week. I'd see him there, walking the sales floor with his store director and his son, Steve, at least once a week.
As mentioned above, one of Mel's many successful merchandising strategies was the introduction of "bulk" products, a category much more familiar to box store consumers. He approached me one day about our company's bulk lines, asking how soon our fleet could deliver. I obliged him by driving ten miles to our depot, loading his order in the back of my company station wagon and delivering it myself at 6 PM. I knew he appreciated this favor because he personally thanked me the next time we met at Pt Jeff. Within one week, our bulk items were authorized for stocking in every Mel's Foodtown.
I found Mel to be an easily accessible, hands-on innovator who knew exactly how to run a retail store. Today's grocery trade owes him a debt of thanks.
Glen Doughten
May 31, 2020
God bless you mel. Always a great person. Loved our talks. RIP mel you are missed. Prayers for you and family
Kevin Brower
September 23, 2019
I did not know Mr. Weitz personally, but I met him one day back in the 80s at his store in Hewlett. He approached me introduced himself, and asked how I enjoyed shopping at his store. I said I liked the store but was having difficulty finding an item. He led me to the appropriate aisle and helped me find what I was looking for. I remember it as a pleasant experience with a very nice gentleman.
Mrs. Gracie Ann Jablonowski
June 1, 2019
Yes, it has been a few years now since Mr. Wietz had passed away, but all of us that worked for him at his Foodtown Stores will never forget what a kind and caring and humanitarian person he was. He always had a smile for all of us cashiers and for everybody! We all will never forget him. If all other buisnessmen would be like him it would be a better world. May you Rest In Peace.
Al Davis
May 31, 2019
It has been four years since Mel passed away. He was a super guy and a kind human being.
May you rest in peace.
Al Davis
May 31, 2019
Bob and I admired Mel immensely. Bob passed himself just a couple of months ago. His friends and the memories of friends sustained him to the end. Blessings to Mels family.
Gracie Ann
September 7, 2018
To the Wietz Family, My heartfelt condolences. Mr. Wietz was a great boss. I meant to write awhile back but I never got around to it. I worked for Mr.Wietz at his East Meadow store from 1982 till 1994 when I was transferred to his new store he opened up in East Northport. I stayed there during the transformation to when he sold to Stop And Shop. I just retired after all these years. It would have been 36 years had he still owned them. He was a great employer, a good and fair, and caring buisnessman.
December 29, 2015
I just learned of your passing and even though I have an empty feeling in my heart, I cannot help smiling at all the wonderful times I spent with you. Rest in peace. Susan Stone
Chad Abrams
September 3, 2015
Never will forget all the times you made me feel so special . You will always be an Amazing Gentleman. .
Peter Radosta
June 28, 2015
Thank you, Weitz family, for providing my mom a steadfast career in the Merrick store. Her employment made a big difference for our family.
Richard Brennan
June 13, 2015
Mr Weitz gave me my first job Learned a lot from him and his way of doing things.I will always be grateful for that God bless him and his family
thomas palmese
June 12, 2015
I had the pleasure of working for and with Mel in the east rockaway store. He taught me so much of what I know today.
June 12, 2015
I worked at East Rockaway Foodtown in the 60's. Rest in peace, Mel.
Sandra and Mark Roth
June 11, 2015
Our deepest heartfelt condolences at your loss.
Dorothy and Jerry Wallach
June 11, 2015
Our sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now. May your memories be a source of comfort.
June 11, 2015
I worked 15 years as director of fresh bakery products, Mel was not only my boss but my friend he was tough but fair he will always be in my heart and I will never forget him.
Jerry and Silvia Happ.
REST in PEACE.
glen doughten
June 11, 2015
Rip mel. Always a good person.
June 11, 2015
i am deeply sorry for your loss jamees 4-8 draw close to god and he will draw close to you
Stephen Kear
June 11, 2015
I have nothing but great memories of Mr Weitz. I grew up around the corner from Foodtown in East Rockaway. My first job was in his office. He was always so kind to me. I remember one time asking him about the picture hanging behind his desk of a Naval Ship which was on fire. Mr Weitz invited me into his office and sat me down and told me the story of how he survived when the Japanese bombed his ship. I never forgot that story as well as all the times he would greet me with a smile when I came to work. He even introduced me to Frank Perdue. You will be truly missed Mr Weitz. Rest Easy and Thankyou.
Carmen D'Angelo Jr.
June 11, 2015
To the Weitz family..
Mel was such wonder man and mentor to all of us.
Rest in Peace!
Richard Bohn
June 11, 2015
To Steven Weitz and family:
My condolences on the passing of your Dad. I have fond memories of him with the grands when you we were neighbors in Massapequa and our interactions when Foodtown was adjacent to TSS. He was larger than life.
Richard Bohn
Theresa Rieder
June 11, 2015
Truly an angel here and now in heaven. Never have I worked for someone so generous, caring and compassionate. I was never asked to do something he hadn't already done. East Rockaway is a better town because of you. RIP Mr. Weitz. You will NEVER be forgotten.
Patricia Ferrick
June 11, 2015
I remember when Mel managed Big Apple! I used to do the food shopping a lot as a little kid and I always ran out of money...lol!!! I'd run to Mel in what looked like a wooden box of an office and tell him I ran short! Time and time again it was always ok ...he smiled and waved on the cashier! I remember as this young kid, I thought we must have been related!! I felt so close to him. I just remember him always smiling! I'm so happy to hear what a wonderful life he had. P.s I always ran back and paid my shortages after bringing the groceries home! My thoughts are with his family, I smile when I think of Mel.
Jennie Garrido
June 10, 2015
Heaven has a new angel. You were my angel on Earth. I was my greatest pleasure to work for you those years and I will never all the good times at Foodtown. Rest in peace and thanks for the memories.
Janet Crawford
June 10, 2015
Wonderful Man to work for at Big Apple and opened several Foodtowns with him .
Serge Gharakhanian
June 10, 2015
Dear Mel, I came to work at your home many years ago and became friends instantly. Your kindness and generosity was overwhelming. I feel so blessed and privileged to have had a small part in your truly great life. You made the world a better place. Thank you for inspiring me to be a better person, thank you for your great big hugs, your wit, your honesty, your smiles. Thank you for your selfless service for our freedom. I will never forget you. My deepest prayers and condolences to Ellen, entire family and friends. We will always love you. Rest in peace my friend.
June 10, 2015
Rest in peace Mel.. I will always appreciate your kindness to me and my family it has never been forgotten. I remember many times seeking your counsel and advice and of course you were always willing to make the time, albeit at 5AM in the morning. I still miss those breakfasts. Thanx for everything ...
Michael Jay
Gerry Liguori
June 10, 2015
Mel, was admired and respected by all who knew him for his kindness and generosity. We all have lost a noble man who served this country and had a love for life. He will be deeply missed. With our Sincere Thoughts and Prayers, God Bless You, Gerry Joe and Carmen
Ruthie Montelione
June 10, 2015
Mr. Weitz was a real mensch. I worked for him in E. Rockaway and then the office moved to Garden City. My prayers are with the family. He will be missed.
theresa nostrand
June 10, 2015
Mr Weitz was a great man to work for He was friendly and fare employer I work for him in is East Rockaway store Mr Weitz was always cncerded of how you were doing After the store closed I felt so bad I have moved upstate 18 years ago and I wonder how Mel WEitz was doing You never forget a kind person that came into my life always thought about him so sorry tohear about his passing He will be missed
Verna Saar
June 10, 2015
So sad to hear this. I worked for Mr Weitz and Steven in the East Rockaway and Garden City office for 10 years during all the transitions. I still relate stories to my coworkers about those years. A remarkable man who will live on in our pleasant memories. Condolences to the entire family.
June 10, 2015
RIP, Mr. Weitz............my Dad, Patsy Isola and uncle, Sal Isola, both knew you very well.............and you were always very kind to our family, thank you............Phyllis Isola, Bronx, New York
Douglas Torborg
June 10, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with the family. I remember his sincere generosity when ever our community of East Rockaway NY needed food or supplies for a fund raisers. All we had to do was go to our home town Foodtown and get supplied with what we needed. Especially being in the local Fire Department every time we needed something he never said no and wanted to give more. And he hired us as kids helping during the summer and was one of the first jobs allot of us had. I still refer to that store as Foodtown no matter what's in the location now. It was a staple growing up in my life and will never forget him for being part of it. Douglas Torborg of East Rockaway NY.
Murray Levine
June 10, 2015
Mel, you were always more than an employer. A faithful friend, kind and generous person who cared about people first. Thank you for taking care of my family and for being an angel to the world. We will all miss you very much.
Carlo Isola
June 10, 2015
I remember going to Foodtown in East Rockaway to visit my Dad and seeing your dad, he always gave me something to bring home. I remember that and tell those stories often as there are not many men like your father left. My father Carlo Isola sends his sympathy to your entire family. He has always spoken of your father and continues to do so with great respect and admiration. He was very sad to hear of this news. We are so sorry for your loss.
June 10, 2015
I had the privilege of working in Mel Weitz office in East rockaway doing payroll for his 22 stores. It was my first "real" job. I made a lot of good friends and have so many fond memories. He was a gentleman and a lot of fun to work for. He will be missed. Prayers to his family. Rest in peace Mr. Weitz
Daniel Gonzalez
June 10, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family. I never met him but my Godfather worked for him for decades and spoke very highly of him. Foodtown kept me employed during college and was one of my favorite places to work. God Bless.
Carlo and Karen isola
June 10, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Weitz family. My father-in-law, Carlo Isola, worked at Foodtown in East Rockaway For many years and to this day still speaks so highly of Mel. My husband and I both worked at Foodtown East Rockaway with Mel. He was an amazing person to work with and work for. Gods speed Mel ... you will be missed by many
susan Verity
June 10, 2015
Anyone of my era growing up on Long Island will be saddened by this news. Foodtowns were very special stores and you could feel the love in each of his 17 stores. Many memories of shopping with my Mom in the small Oceanside store on Long beach road are vivid and make my heart fill up. I then had the privilege of selling Tropicana orange juice in the 90's and the Foodtowns were my favorite accounts. I miss the small hometown feel and courteous atmosphere that this small supermarket chain provided. Mel, you may have not known me, but I knew you and am grateful. My condolences to the family.
Kathy Wellock
June 10, 2015
Having the privilege of working with Bruce Weitz for several years, I can truly appreciate the wonderful legacy of his father. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Kathy Wellock
Christine Connell Roman
June 9, 2015
I worked at the ER Foodtown for several years as a young adult and have always appreciated that it never felt like just a little part time job. As a leader, her encouraged us to learn as much as possible, and he taught us to develop a strong work ethic, accompanied with compassion. He was a wonderful man and I am truly sorry for your loss.
Stephen O'Sullivan
June 8, 2015
My condolences to the Weitz family. I started my supermarket career in his Merrick store at the age of 17. Although smaller than other stores it was still a powerhouse. And like someone said, we were family. Although I didn't know Mr Weitz too well, i feel a sadness in my gut today. Thank you for playing a part in my life. Rest in peace and Joy Mel, and prayers to your family.
LORRAINE Montgomery
June 8, 2015
I worked for Mel from the first store in East Rockaway he was a wonderful boss and one of the nicest and the most generous man I've ever known.We all felt we were a family at Foodtown.
June 8, 2015
A pleasure to have known - John Cangelosi The Wise chip guy/ Wellington fl.
Joseph Forte
June 8, 2015
My sincere condolences to you Ellen and the entire family. My heart goes out to everyone who loved him, as I did. He will be greatly missed and I will always remember him and everything he taught me while I worked for him for over 24 years. God Bless him and may he rest in peace.
Joseph Forte
Kaaren Shanahan
June 8, 2015
My deepest condolences to Mel's family, he was a man who set the standard.
Bruce and heather Cohen
June 7, 2015
Mel was truly a fun man to be with and I remember his taking me to the zoo and carnivals as a child. My uncle was the best. Rest in peace. Sincere sympathies to cousin Bruce, Pamela and families.
Cousins Heather and Bruce Cohen
George Covucci
June 7, 2015
My condolences and love to Mel's entire family. I will always remember Mel. RIP
June 7, 2015
Rest in Peace my friend.....
Lewis Kasman
Peggy Packer
June 7, 2015
To Mel Weitz's entire family,my heartfelt condolences for the loss of such a vibrant and brilliant man. He was a man to be
admired and always made a person feel special whenever you were with him. R.I.P. Mel.
Al Davis
June 7, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Mel's passing and wish to express our deepest sympathy to all of Mel's family. It is so difficult to determine the influence he had on so many people's lives both professionally and personally.
Al and Jill Davis
Zahava Brumberg-Krevsky
June 7, 2015
Mel Weitz and my father Oscar Brumberg were good friends and business associates in NY. I remember Mel's kind demeanor and his smile. May the family be comforted with those that mourn for Zion and Yerushalayim.
Elizabeth Sobieski
June 6, 2015
Darlings Lori, Nicole, Danielle, David, and Doug,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your amazing and much beloved father and grandfather. I send you love and prayers.
Elizabeth
Evan Keller
June 6, 2015
My condolences to Ellen and Mel's entire family. I am very saddened by Mel's passing. My parents knew Mel through business back on Long Island, and I got to know him as a favorite customer of mine at Super Postal in Boca. It was always a pleasure when Mel stopped by. He would bring smiles to the entire staff with his positive attitude. He was a very special man, and we will miss him very much.
Michael Gershenson
June 6, 2015
I will always remember Mel as a "sweet and caring" friend to all. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with his family during their time of mourning and reflection.
Jill Haber
June 6, 2015
My condolences to Ellen and family. He set a fine example for family and mankind as a hard-worker, service-oriented businessman and was a "mensch" who will not be forgotten.
June 6, 2015
Amie Frankenberg MEL YOU WERE A GENTLEMAN...A KIND HUMAN BEING...I LOVED YOU FROM THE SECOND YOU FOLLOWED ME AROUND FOODTOWN...ALWAYS A SMILE...A HUG...A SWEET WORD....THIS WORLD LOST A GEM....ELLEN...YOU HAD 25 YEARS OF MEL....IT,S NEVER ENOUGH....R.I.P. MEL....HUGS ..PEACE..LOVE...FOREVER
Bonnie &stuart Rubinstein
June 6, 2015
Dearest Ellen and family,
It is truly a very sad day. There is only one Mel Weitz in this world. He was the most loving, kind, caring, warm and genuine people i have ever met. I hope you can find comfort in knowing how much he loved you. He will be very missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jill Greenspan
June 6, 2015
Sage andnd family,
I'm so sorry and thinking of you.
June 6, 2015
Marty and I are so sorry to hear the sad news. Mel will always be remembered as a kind hearted,giving person. We will miss him.
With much love, Robin and Marty mevorach
Ryan Benson
June 6, 2015
We are so sorry for your family's loss. When my wife, son and I, lived in Royal Palm, Mel was always SOOOOO nice to us. He was a GREAT man.
Wendy Larsen
June 6, 2015
Bob and I consider ourselves fortunate to have known Mel.
Saran Paul
June 6, 2015
Mel was an exceptional warm & giving human being. There was a " SPECIALNESS " to him. We will miss him & his humanity.
MARILYN and SARAN PAUL
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