Robert Salander Obituary (2007)

Dr. Robert Salander, 81, died Monday, January 22, 2007 at Grant Medical Center due to diabetic complications. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Ruth, mother and father, Estelle and Moe Salander. Survived by son, Matthew Salander; grandson, Eric Salander; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Robert was a World War II veteran. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Rutgers. He was employed by Chemical Abstracts for more than 30 years, and was a member of The American Chemical Society. Robert was a member of Congregation Tifereth Israel. Funeral service 11 AM Thursday, January 25, 2007 at THE EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3232 E. Main St., with Rabbi Harold Berman and Cantor Jack Chomsky officiating. Burial to follow at New Beth Jacob Cemetery. Shiva will be observed Thursday and Sunday evenings at the Salander residence. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association.