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ALFRED KAROFSKY Alfred Karofsky, 93, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Formerly of Newton, MA and Wayland, MA passed away on September 3, 2011. He leaves his beloved wife of 71 years, Lorraine (Goldberg) Karofsky, three sons and daughters-in-law, Lee and Linda Karofsky of West Palm Beach, FL; Harvey and Gale Karofsky of Palm Beach, FL; and Marc and Susan Karofsky of Wayland, MA. In addition, he leaves his grand- children, Robin and Stephen Malasky, Eric and Kimberly Karofsky, Judd and Samantha Karofsky, Keri Glassman, Tracy and Matthew Shepard, and Lindsay and Dan Guttell, as well as his ten great grandchildren, Hannah and Max Malasky, Matthew, Spencer, and Brooks Karofsky, Dylan, Ellie, and Alexandra Karofsky, Rex and Maizy Glassman. He was the brother of the late Mark and Sidney Karofsky. Al lettered in four sports at Brookline High School,Brookline, MA and was an avid golfer, winning six consecutive club championships at New Seabury CC on Cape Cod. He was a member of Hickory Shafts, New England Senior Golf Association, and Past President of The Apparel Industry of New England. He was President and Founder, with his brother Mark, of Summit Sportwear Company, a manufacturer of ladies apparel. A graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, on Wednesday, September 7 at 11:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407. Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, Newton,MA www.brezniakrodman.com. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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September 6, 2011
Harvey, you were a very good friend to me at Dean J.C. I am thinking the apple doesn't fall far from the tree-May you continue to celebrate the life of your Father and all the blesssings that come with that-Renee Tanner-Abelson (Boynnton Beach,Fl)
September 6, 2011
Hello Harvey,
I read in the paper today that you had lost your father, he appeared to be quite a man. I lost mine many years ago but I can still remember how proud both my parents were when they would visit me at Dean, I am sure your dad felt the same. Best wishes to your entire family.
Spencer Markatos
Rena Wolner
September 6, 2011
Dear Harvey and the entire Karofsky family,
I was saddened to read this morning of your dad's passing.
Although it was many, many years ago, I remember with
fondness how my dad always praised Al's golfing skills and how
he passed his love of the game to his sons. Just recently
Joanie Kaplan Weiss and I (we're neighbors here in Florida)
were remarking how nice the entire Karofsky clan is. I am so
sorry that you have suffered this tremendous loss.
My very best wishes,
Rena Tannenbaum Wolner
Sharon O'Neill/Martin
September 5, 2011
It is difficult to lose your father no matter what age. He lived life fully and I will always remember him as a devoted mentor, a friend and a true family man who adored his sons, their wives and their children. He will always be Mr. Alfred to me and I will always remember him with love and respect. My deepest sympathy. My thoughts are with you.
Love,
Sharon (O'Neill) Martin
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