Irwin Mandel Obituary (2007) - Minnetonka, Minnesota

Mandel, Irwin A. Age 78, of Minnetonka passed away on Nov. 7, just days short of his 79th birthday, surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by parents, Maurice and Stella; brothers, Seymour and Nisson. Survived by beloved wife of 55years, Sandra; sons, Reid (Jeanne) of River Forest, IL, Dr. Jeffrey L., Evan of Buffalo Grove, IL; daughter, Elizabeth (Charles) Goldstein; grandchildren, Ethan, Arram, Alexandra, Jason, Jared, Emily, Asa; brother, Dr. Sheldon; sisters, Lois Weisberg, Diane (Roger) Tygier of New Orleans; and many loving nieces and nephews. Irwin graduated from North High, and the University of MN where he attended the School of Architecture. Irwin joined the family business as a general contractor and worked there for 29 years before establishing his own business in 1981. Irwin worked for another 16 years until he was forced to retire due to the limiting effects of Parkinson’s, which he faced with dignity for 27 years. Irwin was also a member of the Shriners and the Masons. But the most important aspect of Irwin’s life was his family. He loved spending time with them doing activities such as sailing, biking and gardening. Irwin was known as a gentleman, a man of integrity, who will be missed by all who’s lives he touched. We would like to thank those many people who gave Irwin such living care and support durin his ling illness. Funeral service FRIDAY, 11:00AM, ADATH JESHURUN CONGREGATION, 10500 Hillside Lane, Mtka. Memorials preferred to: Irwin and Sandra Mandel Fund at Adath Jeshurun Congregation, Struthers Parkinson’s Center at Park Nicollet, Sholom Home West. SHIVA: 1646 Virginia Ave S., St. Louis Park (Sat. & Sun. 6:30PM).