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Claude Amsellem
Of Rockville, Maryland passed away on Janurary 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fez, Morocco in 1939 to Maurice and Rachel Amsellem. Jack-of-all trades, Claude was a pharmacy assistant, medic in the French air force, solider in the Israeli army and diamond cutter before coming to America in 1964. He settled in Potomac with his wife Shelley and was known for being a successful hairdresser and restauranteur. Claude owned local restaurants for 35 years including Claude's (Gaithersburg) and Tragara (Bethesda). He is survived by his loving wife, Shelley, brother, Max Emsellem, and sister, Henriette Cohen. Beloved father of Maurice (Arlyn), David (Sarah), Daniel (Alyssa) and daughter-in-law, Debbie. Cherished grandfather of Rachel, Michael, Cori, CJ, Jake, Brendan, Ayla, Shana, Kyra, and Zach. Memorial contributions may be made to Magen David Congregation (11215 Woodglen Dr Rockville, MD). Burial took place Monday, January 25.
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Karen & Richard Perkins
February 1, 2021
We have wonderful memories of our Mitzvahs at Claudes Restaurants and Ocean City and above all just hanging together at the house on summer nights
He will be truly missed by our family
Our hearts go out to dear Shelley and the family
gaile and marvin maller
February 1, 2021
He was a gentleman
January 31, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Amsellem family
Jayne & Alan Pollin
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