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Alvin Epstein Obituary

Epstein, Alvin B., our hero, age 76, passed away June 28, 2009. Beloved husband of 56 happy years to Cookie; loving father to Joey (Kip), Jill (Toby), and Jami (Eliot); special to Cindy (Jerry); and cherished grandfather to Brad (Risa), Josh, Bryan and Staci. He was a role model for all amputees. In lieu of flowers, please make all donations to the American Heart Association of Broward County, 6444 NW 5th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33309, in his memory. Services to be held Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 10:00 am at Beth David Memorial Gardens, 3201 NW 72nd Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33024.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Jun. 29, 2009.

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Joel Hillman

July 28, 2009

July 28, 2009

Cookie, Suzin and I are saddened at Al's passing. I enjoyed sharing our conservative views with Al, as well as his definitive comments on issues that we both were concerned with. Al was no 'weak sister', and i admired him for his strength and resolve.
Be well,
Joel

susan gottlieb

July 27, 2009

Cookie,I just read about Al's passing in the Aventura Magazine. He was such a kind,generous and warm human being and I was so saddened to learn of his passing. He was such a special person and my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Warmest Regards
Susan Gottlieb

July 3, 2009

Cookie , we are so very sorry that you have lost your Alvin. Our thoughts are with you , your children and grandchildren. Hoping your shared memories of your happy years will help you through this time of mourning. Fondly, Cousin Ivan and Doris

June 30, 2009

my thoughts are with you, cookie...
you know i felt Al was a very special person...
regards,
janet laine

June 30, 2009

Our thoughts are with the entire Epstein family during this difficult time.  Al will always have a special place in our hearts. Love, Ira and Denise Federer

marcia martin

June 29, 2009

The Martin's Family send our heart felt condolences to Jami, Eliot, Josh and all the Epstein family. You are in our hearts and prayers as you go through this time of grief.

June 29, 2009

My condolences to Jami,Eliot,Josh and the Epstein family. I know Daddy Epstein is in a wonderful place and will continue to be in the hearts of all the people he loved and who loves him.You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this rough time.
Love,
Marcia Martin and Family

June 29, 2009

The Baumanns send their condolences to the Epstein family. We continue to pray for your family and send our love to all of you. May your hero always have a special place in your hearts.

June 29, 2009

The entire Englander/Grossman/Bagliebter/Henning/Carroll/Fleishman family sends our sad regrets and love to the Epsteins.
Alvin was a hero to us, too.

June 29, 2009

Today our hearts are heavy mourning the loss of a fine gentleman ,we will continue to think of the fun times we shared together over the last 33 years. Fondly Jill & Larry

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