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Arthur Abramides Obituary
AGE: 79 • Florham Park
Arthur J, Abramides died Thursday, July 19, 2012 at his home in Florham Park. He was 79.
Born in Jersey City, he had lived in Madison before moving to Florham Park in 1957.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Mr. Abramides was a co-owner of the Towne Liquor & Delicatessen in Summit with Carl Picccola, and later with his son Lewis. He retired in 1998.
Arthur was a friend of BW where he met many, many friends.
He was preceded in death by his son, Steven.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Olga (nee Alexakis); two sons, Chris Abramides and his wife, Lissa and Lewis Handrinos and his wife, Suzanne; two daughters, Nancy Abramides and Athena Formichella and her husband, Ed; a sister, Anna Caldes of Delray Beach, Florida; and two grandchildren, Michael and Alexandra; and an adopted son, Thanos Poulos and his wife, Cathy of Melbourne Beach, FL.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Sunday, July 22, 4-8 p.m. and Monday, July 23, 5-8 p.m. at the Madison Memorial Home, 159 Main St., Madison.
A funeral service will be held during the Monday visitation. Private cremation will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Carol Simon Cancer Center at Morristown Medical center would be most appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Abramides
March 9, 2021
March 2020 - I just came upon Arthur's card and my Turn It Over Stone gifted to me. We met on a cruise at the meetings. I learned so much from Arthur. What a wonderful person. I am saddened to learn of his death here.
Margaret O
Andy & Debra A
August 3, 2012
We were shocked to learn of Arthur's passing. We always looked forward to seeing his happy smiling face.I'll miss him. Our love goes out to Olga,and the rest of your family.
Jen B.
July 23, 2012
Arthur was an amazing man who always had a bright smile on his face, and my eyes always lit up every time I saw him. I'll always remember to "turn it over" and take things "slowly."
Cynthia Poulos Wityak
July 23, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to Olga and the family. Arthur was the sweetest and kindest man and always had a smile on his face. God Bless you Arthur...heaven has gained a most wonderful angel! Love you! Jeff & Cynthia
Bob Davies
July 22, 2012
Art was one of the kindest and giving gentleman I know. He always had a smile and had a terrific dry wit.
While no words of mine will ease Art's pass - I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers -
Marty Piccola
July 22, 2012
Arthur Abramides was in my life since I was born in 1960. Art , you were thought of by me as a 2nd father. The first thing that ALWAYS comes to mind when I think of you , is your kindness and the way you viewed the situations that life presented. If anyone ever saw the glass as half full, it was Arthur Abramides. Arthur suffered losses early in life that no husband or father should have known, and moved foward with compassion for everyone else he encounterd. Art, thank you for the memories during my youth! You ALWAYS created fun for others, And made many childhoods memorable!Then, the deli years. We worked side by side and that's when I really learned from you! Thank you Art for coming to my rescue in numerous situations!Mostly Art, thank you for ALWAYS being so generous! You & Olga made many vacations possible and asked for nothing in return, again creating wonderful memories. So Art, wherever you're resting now?, Rest in peace and know how deeply you were loved and will be missed greatly. Marty P
July 22, 2012
God blessed me with Arthur's wisdom, strength and happiness, thank you. He was a hero and a man who saved others by his loving example of kindness.
John K, Newport RI
william(billy b) bedkowski
July 21, 2012
my condolences to arthurs family and loved ones...arthur was always very kind and helped me with his shared wisdom many times..just seeing his smiling face made my day..arthur gave me a stone last winter when i was up to visit my family and friends..i am "slowly" recalling and smiling from ear to ear as i write this...blessed to consider myself one of his many 730 am pals...rest in peace arthur :)
Rick Mueller
July 21, 2012
Arthur was like a wise-guy uncle to me. He always kept me laughing or smiling. I learned so much from him and miss him terribly right now. I will cherish my memories of him and remember many of his favorite sayings. I am also delighted that I have one of his famous "turn it over" stones. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Olga, and all of his children and family, especially Nancy with whom I attended high school and Chris, a year or two older than me in HS. May God bless you Arthur. I know the angels in Heaven will be laughing more now that you are there to joke with them. With love and friendship, Rick (FOB).
Brad and Trish Randall
July 21, 2012
Arthur was one of our favorite people in the whole world. Every moment spent with him, every story he told, even the ones we had heard before, bought joy and love to your soul. The world is truly a darker and colder place today. But we can see him now, standing at the Pearly Gates, with that twinkle in his eye and saying “Tell him Arthur is here”
We Love You.
Brad & Trish
Frank K
July 21, 2012
Art,Thank You for all the talks we had. You were a good friend and Helped me out a number of times for which I am eternally grateful. "Turn it over" Till we meet again, I for one will miss you.
To the Family, He was a Gentleman and an all around Great Guy. I am so sorry for your loss. There will never be another Art. God Bless.
Phil Crawford
July 21, 2012
I worked for Art and Carl at the Towne Deli in the early 70s. We worked hard and also had a lot of laughs. Art was a good man and I have wonderful memories of those days. Warmest wishes to Art's family.
Joan Canizares
July 21, 2012
We will miss his smile and humor and will cherish our "turn it over" pebbles that showed what a caring and wonderful person he was. Next meeting in heaven with Tony and friends. We already miss you and love you.
Joan & Tulio
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