Arnold Grossman Obituary (1921 - 2015)

Arnold (Arne) Grossman passed away on January 6, 2015 at age 93, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Robyn Jean Grossman, his parents, Benjamin and Rose Grossman and his brother and sister-in-law, Herbert and Lucille Grossman. Arne is survived by his children, Stephen Grossman and Meg MacLeod; Jeffrey and Anita Grossman, Candi Shoor and son-in-law, Jay Shoor. He is also survived by his grandchildren, James Grossman and Gene Saladna, Tamara and Blake Thompson, Andrew and Shylee Grossman, Matthew and Abby Grossman, Michael and Shana Levin, and Scott Levin. He also leaves behind his 11 great-grandchildren, Raegan and Cooper Thompson; Pierce, Isle and Drake Grossman; Ava and Julian Grossman; Harrison Kelley; Leah, Avner and Ethan Levin; brother and sister-in-law, Marvin and Harriet Grossman; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard and Rosalie Kaufman; sister-in-law, Carolyn Asch and many nieces and nephews. Arne proudly served in the Army during WWII and enjoyed returning to Italy to visit during better times. He returned to Columbus following his discharge to raise a family and work with his father and brothers in the recycling business. Later that industry became known as environmental science and recycling. Following the death of his one true love, Robyn Jean, he spent his time enjoying wonderful friends and continuing as an amazing father, grandfather and great grandfather. He always believed family was everything and the love he gave was returned beyond measure. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 9 at EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3232 E. Main St. with Rabbi Harold Berman and Cantor Jack Chomsky officiating. Interment will follow at New Tifereth Israel Cemetery. Shiva will be observed on Friday following the service at the home of Andrew and Shylee Grossman and on Sunday and Monday at the home of Jeffrey and Anita Grossman at 5:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Robyn Grossman Fund at Zusman Hospice, Congregation Tifereth Israel or a charity of donor's choice.