Morris "Sonny" Gelman

GELMAN: On Monday, August 22, 2016, Morris “Sonny” Gelman. Loving husband of Marlene Gelman. Cherished father of Edward and Julie Gelman, Jane and Alan Mark and Marcy Gelman. Brother of Elaine Askenase, the late Robert Gelman and Harriet Miller. Brother-in-law of Ruth Gelman. Devoted “Pops” of Hannah, Leah, Andrew, Jordan, Tyler and Lucy Pearl. The family wants to thank his friend, Joanne Dean and loyal caregivers, Ron, Dan, Lonnie and Charles. Sonny was the owner of Gelman Loan for over 60 years. “See Sonny for Money.” He was a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School and the University of Pittsburgh. He also was a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army. Graveside services and interment were held at Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, 575 Lincoln Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA  15202; or Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA  15217. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., family owned and operated. schugar.com

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