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Al Hinken
December 9, 2022
Murray, you were a great man to caddy for. You are missed. Al Hinken, your caddy at the Woodmere Country Club, 1961-1965
Harriet Semegram-Barry
September 19, 2012
Just returning from much traveling and discovered the sad news. I had the great pleasure of meeting Murray and his wife Dorothy when they purchased art works from meincluding a pen and ink drawing of Nathan's. We also spent a lovely evening together at my home. I will always treasure the memories.
Lawrence Siegfried
June 9, 2011
I know that Hashem(G-d)will have a place for Murry at the "Big Grille" in the Sky...Please make my Dad's well done;-) He always took me there on Sundays when I was a child.. as I did for my daughter..Sixty years later whenever I'm in NY it's my First Stop and I hope some day when I return "Home" I'll be able to stand at the Grille with him.. A"S... Murry Handwerker... Rest in Peace
Lawrence Siegfried, Brooklyn NY..
thomas zilinske
May 21, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Phil Pearlman
May 19, 2011
I remember hearing only good things about your family thru my Grandmother, Parents,, Aunts and uncles. We are related somehow thru Sam Handwerker, and the Stein Family. My grandmother came over from Russia with a Handwerker in 1907. I am so glad they all came to this country and contributed so wonderfully in every way. May you find peace and contentment knowing your family was respected and loved by so many
May 18, 2011
I GIVE MY CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY,PLEASE FIND COMFORT AT 2 CORINTHIANS 1;3,4.AW.HOUSTON,TX.
May 18, 2011
May he find eternal happiness in the house and arms of God. The Handwerkers are American icons. They were always good to the NYPD when the Widows and Orphans day was run at Steeplechase. Good, solid, hard working Americans!!!
Robert Conner
May 18, 2011
May he find eternal happiness in the house and arms of God. The Handwerkers are American icons. They were always good to the NYPD when the Widows and Orphans day was run at Steeplechase. Good, solid, hard working Americans!!!
Debbie Rosado
May 18, 2011
I would like to thank you for the best hot dogs that I ever ate. I have become spoiled and will only eat Nathan's. I had my first Nathan while on vacation in Nevada but soon discovered that I could get them at the supermarket where I lived. My favorite is still hot and slightly toasted off the grill. Whenever my family has a bar-b-que, I bring a large package of Nathan's. Your father's legacy lives on in every bite. Thank you
Lydia & Marty Kaplan
May 18, 2011
As a child in 1947, my family lived in Coney Island for a year. Nathan's was the best. My late brother, Jack, loved their chow mein sandwiches, which they no longer make. My favorite was hot dogs, fries (the best in the world), and the best pineapple drink that they also don't carry. My husband and I left Brooklyn in '62 for the midwest, but when we came back to visit family, the first stop was always Nathan's. Our kids were born and raised in Illinois but we taught them what the best franks, fries, etc. was and they still love them. When I found Nathan's hot dogs in the supermarket, my joy knew no bounds. It's the only frank we eat and I've introduced many people to them. We now live in Southern California and still relish those dogs. Wish we could get the fries, but we're happy that we can get the franks. Thank you to your family and we wish to convey our sympathies on the death of Mr. Handwerker.
Two former Brooklynites
Janice McCray
May 18, 2011
My mother and father lived in NY years ago. They had always talked about Coney Island and Nathan's like it was yesterday. I have been hooked on Nathan's for years after finding them in my local grocery store. Nathan's are GREAT TASTING HOTDOGS! I can eat it just by dipping the frank into the mustard, plain, mustard and kraut, with or without bun or a slice of white bread. DELICIOUS!!!
Thanks Nathan and Murray!
Nathan's Roadside Rest (early 1960s)
Howie Levy
May 17, 2011
On behalf of the Class of 1960 of Oceanside High School, Oceanside, NY, I would like the entire Handwerker family to know how much we appreciate the 20 years and many hours of pleasure and incredible memories Murray gave to the people of our home town and the surrounding Long Island area by saving our beloved Roadside Rest and turning it into a Nathan's. We will always treasure those memories. (www.1960sailors.net/09a_Nathan's.htm)
May 17, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a regular customer of Nathan's as a kid growing up in the 50's. I took my grandchildren there and they couldn't belive how good a hot dog and fries can be. Rest in Peace. Mary from Gun Hill area in the Bronx
Jeanette Watson
May 17, 2011
I always came to Nathans had a beer and His famous hot dog and little nick clams and then took my kids on the rides and when it was time to leave I did the same.. Born in Brooklyn 1950 moved to Bridgeport, CT in 1989.. SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, IT'S LIKE LOOSING ONE OF THE FAMILY
May 17, 2011
Nathan's saved my life and many other people's, when we were Hungry and Broke.... May they stay in business FOREVER...RIP MURRAY and God Bless.
Paulie B
Doo Wop Cop
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
Rose Marie S.
May 17, 2011
I have wonderful memories of stopping at Nathan's on the way to train station after a long day at the beach. Nothing ever tasted as good. Thanks for the memories.
susan
May 17, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words that really cover the grief you are feeling. May the God of all comfort give you some relief from your pain. Again, my sincere condolences
Ronnie Simins
May 17, 2011
To the entire Handwerker Family, My deepest condolences,In the 1960's My Grandparents would take the train from Greenpoint Brooklyn to Nathans om Coney Island for a hot dog,or sometimes clam chowder too. My Mom and I would meet them there, Thank you for the wonderful memories I will always have. Rest In Peace.
Karen V
May 17, 2011
My Mom grew up in Brooklyn and I recall her mentioning the famous Nathan hot dog when they went to Coney Island. Every time I see a package on a shelf in the store, I cannot help but recall Mom's grand opinion of it being the best hot dog ever! RIP Mr. Handwerker, and peace to the family.
Lou Quinn
May 17, 2011
I love Nathan's.They are the best ever.Lou
E. Hinken
May 17, 2011
The Five Towns and the rest of the world salute Murray Handwerker and his family. RIP.
Henryk Zaleski
May 17, 2011
Rest in peace.
Seth Wolff
May 17, 2011
Mr. Handwerker's legacy is to get the most out of the meat. For many years I operated the snout grinder at Blue Bell Packing Company in Du Quoin, Illinois. At that plant we always looked up to Mr. Handwerker's fine example. Nathan's natural skin was always the finest hot dog and it still is. Mr. Handwerker will be missed.
Bob May
May 16, 2011
My condolences to the Handwerker family.I was the original product mgr in charge of producing NATHANS WIENERS at Hunter Packing Co in East St. Louis Ill.I will never forget the experience and the opportunity to meet you Bill and hear the story of your father and grandfather in your own words.May Murray rest in peace.Please drop me a e-mail message.
May 16, 2011
God Bless
R Golay
May 16, 2011
To the the family of Murray Handwerker - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Gail Siegel
May 16, 2011
Always loved going to Coney Island's Nathan's Restaurant for a hot dog, fresh off the grill. Completed with mustard and sauerkraut.
Rest In Peace, Murray Handwerker. Give my regards to your father, Nathan.
Lenny Zella
May 16, 2011
Was given my first job at Nathans. RIP Mr Handworker, and thank you
tee tee jones
May 16, 2011
you have touched so many hearts as well as stomach's
Jennifer Higgins
May 16, 2011
RIP. I never met him but .loved his hotdogs. Maybe someday I can visit coney Island
Victoria&Andrew
May 16, 2011
rest in peace
'Murray'
steven constancia
May 16, 2011
R .I .P .
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
May 16, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jacob & Claudia Handwerker
May 15, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Lee Greenfield
May 15, 2011
Marty was in the hospital and nursing care for over a month. He was released
saturday. We will miss him very much, as we did Dorothy. Our condolences to all of you. Love, Lee Greenfield
Joyce Charno
May 15, 2011
Kenny...I so very sorry to hear of your father's passing...I remember you like yesterday from public school and high school, and think of you every time I go to Nathan's, one of my very favorites. My condolences to all. Joyce Weinstein Charno
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