Wilfred Gerstenblatt
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Dateline: New York, NY
Gerstenblatt, Wilfred, 80, of East 74th St., died Thursday, June 12, 2014 at Cornell Medical Center, NY. He was the husband of Judith (Furedi) Gerstenblatt for 31 years and the late Roberta (Rosenberg) Gerstenblatt. Born in Providence, RI, a son of the late Harry and Bessie (Brill) Gerstenblatt, he had lived in New York City and Wakefield, RI. Wilfred was a comedian with his partner, Jim Gannon, entertaining in the Catskills, in comedy clubs in New York City from the ’50′s to the ’80′s and appeared on the Johnny Carson Show. He was also a middle school teacher in South Bronx for 30 years. He was a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army serving in France. Wilfred was a member of S.A.G. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Robin Gerstenblatt and her husband Dietmar Cziborra of Tappan, NY, a son, Randy Gerstenblatt and his wife Jill of Roslyn, NY and 4 grandchildren, Rebecca, Ashley, Ross and Brett. He was predeceased by 3 brothers, Sidney, Victor and James Gerstenblatt. A graveside service will be held Monday at 3:00 p.m. in LINCOLN PARK CEMETERY, 1469 Post Rd., Warwick, RI. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Shiva will be observed at the home of Joel and Deborah Gerstenblatt, 122 Nanci Karen Dr., Warwick, Monday 7-9 p.m.
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Rest in peace Willy:
From Herch & Pat Talan
Thank you for your sincere condolences.
Judith
wil was my hope high school classmate and friend. we met on the Narragansett beach sometimes and reminisced. I also knew his first wife and perhaps even, once, dated her! we all started out near roger Williams park. anyway, wil was always a wit and a delight and we were on the very Best of terms on all subjects. I am so very, very sorry to read of his passing and wish his children and grandchildren the very best. remember him as a good-humored, loyal, highly intelligent, and just genuinely terrific human being. I feel diminished by his death!! would have come to the memorial service or the shiva if I were more computer-literate. I am of the old school, cursive writing, straightforward connections and communications. anyway, my honest and heartfelt sympathy! mike fink.
Thank you for your sincere condolences.
Judith Gerstenblatt
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our memories of sitting on the beach with you will not be forgotten. May you have fond memories of Will.
Fondly,
Betty & Bob Kotlen
Thank you for your sincere condolences.
Judith Gerstenblatt
I was in the class of 1955 at URI . The person I remember the most , after 59 years, is Willie. He was the best comedian on campus. We enjoyed his wonderful wit. His name has been pleasantly remembered over the years.
I was a junior high teacher and principal. I can picture Willie captivating his classes. I bet he is one teacher they will not forget.
He physically has passed, but his memory will live on.
God Bless, Chuck
Thank you for remembering Wille.
Judith Gerstenblatt
We are sorry for your great loss.
Kayla and Sheldon Cohen
Judith and family, We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept our sincere condolences. If there is anything at all we can do, don’t hesitate to ask. Ann and John Urciuoli @ Shadow Farm.
Thank you so much.
Judith Gerstenblatt
I am so sorry to hear this………just found out today. My deepest sympathy to the family……..One of our peers in the Catskills…….
Susan & Mike Shane (Alan & Shane Comedy Team)
It’s good to hear from you and thank you.
Judith Gerstenblatt
just heard ………i m remembering those days at 145 and the laughs you provided the staff and kids and your club appearance with Gannon somewhere in bklyn……you destroyed the hecklers!!!!!! ex students still remember you with a smile…….i know you are missed by all who knew you ………….GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY…………..richard larca
My wife and I were driving back home to Schenectady from New Paltz today after baby sitting for our grandson Jacob. We went to school in the early 70′s and worked at the Raleigh Hotel. We started to reminisce about the great comedians we used to see at the Raleigh, especially the late show. Your late husband’s name came up and I could not wait to Google it. We sorry to hear of his passing. His memory is for a blessing. Jeff and Barbara Walton
I am sorry for your loss…I just discovered Willie passing. My condolences go out to his entire family. I have soooo many fond memories of Willie and my father; watching their shows, their jokes, skits and music. Makes me smile even now when I think of their United Nations bit and Willie’s imitations of Ambassadors from various nations…. his trumpet playing…and his smile. Magical!
Thank you, Dan!