Loving husband to the late Irma Pell (Brown). Brother to Edith, Bob and Sam. Father of Howie (Rosemary), Marilyn Book (Robert) and Carol Erlich (Ron – deceased). Grandfather to Joel Book, Garret Book (Eleni), Jennifer Robar (nee Book, Josh), Shay Erlich, Leah Erlich and Aaron Erlich. Great grandfather to Charlie and Vanessa Robar. Dear friend to the late Laurel Southern. Nothing made him happier than to have a grandchild, or great-grandchild on his knee and to be surrounded by his family.

Memorial donations may be made to The Reena Foundation, https://reenafoundation.org/ appreciated by the family.