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1918
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2011
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Carl Kaplan Obituary
Carl C. Kaplan of Palm Desert, CA, passed away on December 5, 2011. Beloved husband of Sherry Kaplan; cherished father of Robert Kaplan (Isabel) of Palm Springs, CA, Richard Kaplan (Jan) of Pasadena, CA, and Cheryl Kaplan of Albany, NY; grandfather of Shana Kaplan (Vince) of Sacramento, CA, Mathew Kaplan of San Francisco, CA, and survived by many beloved nieces and nephews and brother-in-law, Irving Sachs of Palm Desert, CA. Carl was a member of the U.S. Navy; founder and past President of Kaye's Auto Exchange, Kaye Packard and Kaye Chrysler in Albany, NY; President of Carl Chevrolet, Olds, Cadillac in Lake Placid, NY and most recently President of Desert Volkswagen, Audi & Porsche, Inc. in Palm Springs, California. Carl served on the Board of Directors for Jewish Community Center, Shaker Ridge Country Club and the Albany Auto Dealers Assn. He served on the Board of U.J.A. and during the 1948 Israeli War, was instrumental in arranging the purchase of surplus Army Jeeps with Veterans Priority Purchase certificates to be shipped to the Israeli new found army. He also arranged the shipment of surplus NYC DeSoto Cabs to Israel for use in Jitney Service in 1954. Carl moved to Palm Springs, California in 1974 and was a member of Canyon & Indian Ridge County Clubs. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at Forest Lawn Cathedral City. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Desert Cancer Foundation. Forest Lawn Memorial-Parks & Mortuaries. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit mydesert.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
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Audrey Mannolini
December 3, 2019
Dear Carl (My Stepfather), I still think of you quite often. God Bless You in Heaven. Love, Audrey
Anya Audrey Adivari
May 8, 2018
I LOVE YOU, GRANDPA!! LOVE, POOKIE! (YOUR POOKIE)!! Although technically Carl was my step-Grandpa, he was the ONLY Grandpa that I ever knew, and the one who raised me and was there with me throughout my whole life! My Mother's Father, Louis, passed away from colon cancer when my Mom was only 25 years old so unfortunately I never got to meet my real Grandfather on my Mother's side. That's when my Grandma married Carl Kaplan, and from then on he was there since the day I was born! My Father's Dad had also already passed away before I was born so I truly mean it when I say that Carl was the only Grandfather that I ever knew or met, whether he was blood or not. He was extremely close to my Dad... they were both in the Navy!! My other Grandfather, Louis, was in the Army! All the men in my family are such strong souls! He took such great care of my brother Vincent and I, and took us out for Baskin-Robbins ice cream multiple times a week, ALWAYS! :) He never called me Anya, to him I was Pookie! I love you SO MUCH GRANDPA! I miss you SO MUCH! I know you are resting up in heaven so peacefully with my Grandma, Marianne Kaplan. I love and miss you both SO VERY DEARLY! God bless you Grandpa and Grandma!! Love, POOKIE (ANYA)
Fernando and Barbara Griego
December 11, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Vincent Mannolini
December 10, 2011
Dear Carl and family,
God Bless you and the family. You were always a positive influence in my life and taught me many life long lessons. I attribute my success in business to your guidance.
You helped many people in your life and will be deeply missed. Amanda and Michael will always charish your love and always talk about the visits to Lake Placid and the boat rides on the lake.
You are part of the "Greatest Generation" and will be missed.
God Bless, Vinny, Nancy, Amanda and Michael.
donna clark
December 9, 2011
Cheryl, Bob and Rick,
Sorry to here about Uncle Carl's passing; You were 3 wonderful children that brought joy to his life; our thoughts are with you.
Cousin Donna and Mike
December 9, 2011
Dear Carl, God Bless You. May you rest in peace forever. Love Audrey, Tony, Anya, and Vincent
December 9, 2011
cheryl.....bobby and rick.........
so very sorry for your loss..thinking of you..always
Abby -Jo Sax Palermo
Ted & Bobbi Maltin
December 9, 2011
Dear Sherry...
So sorry for your loss. After reading Carl's obit, we found he was a terrific guy....
December 9, 2011
Cheryl, Bob & Rick - - Sorry for your/our loss. Uncle Carl was quite a guy. He'll always be remembered. With Love, Gary, Linda Gershon & family
December 8, 2011
Cheryl, Bobby, and Rick,
Please know that I am thinking of you and am sorry for your loss. Our parents were friends, and we all grew up together. You are all special to me...........Marlaine Schneider Paone
Linda Kaplan
December 8, 2011
Cher, Rick and Bob, sending love and healing thoughts. With Love, Linda and Kenny
Vicki James
December 8, 2011
Sherry...you know I loved Carl like family and still love you. I am so grateful that I have been adopted by two wonderful people! Love, hugs, and peace, Vicki
Len Perlmutter
December 8, 2011
Rick, Cheryl and Bobby--
I am very sorry for your loss.
You are all in my prayers.
Love,
Len Perlmutter
Diane Maguire
December 8, 2011
Cheryl -
My sincere sympathy to you and your brothers on the loss of your father.
Diane Maguire (formerly DeJulio), East Nassau, NY
December 8, 2011
We are with you in thoughts and prayers. Remember we love you.
Linda Faye Kaplan-Thompson, Al Thompson, Todd, Kay, Paul and Porter Thompson
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