Carole Hochman

Carole Hochman, age 85, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2012. Preceded in death by her husband, Maurice Hochman, and sisters Ethel (Charles) Berkowitz, Ruth Hoffman, and Edith (Meyer) Berkowitz. Survived by her daughters Ann (Donald) Kahn and Ronni (Paul) Richards; grandsons Jason and Jeremy (Angela) Kahn and great grandson, Dexter.

Carole, an upstate Utica, New York girl, lived a modest life with her husband from Washington Heights, Murray. He was the love of her life, and he swept her off her feet with his handsome features and warm personality. They were such a beautiful sight gliding across the dance floor.

She wanted little except for the health and prosperity of her close knit family. The depths of her love for her family, especially her doting daughters and their husbands; her grandchildren; and great grandchild, was beyond measure.

Late in life she found a second family who loved her deeply: the residents and staff of Creekside at the Village, a wonderful independent living facility in Columbus, Ohio. She charmed the staff with her girlish smile and gained the admiration of all with her fierce determination to remain independent as long as possible.

In the gloaming of her life, Carole wished she could give her years to people who needed them. Although she wanted to watch her great grandchild grow and play, she was grateful that she had the opportunity to watch her grandsons become fine men of character.

Without a doubt, it was her daughters Ronni and Ann who held a special place in her heart. They spoke with her several times a day, always ready to ensure she was safe, comfortable and enjoying life to the fullest.

There will be a gravesite service at New Montefiore Cemetary in Pinelawn, NY on Thursday, June 14th at 1pm. The cemetery is on 1180 Wellwood Avenue at Exit 35 of the Southern State Parkway. The phone number is 631.249.7000.

Following the service, Ann and her sister Ronni will sit Shiva at Donald and Ann’s home beginning at 3:00pm. Their address is 21 Stacey Lane, East Northport, New York 11731. If you would like to call their home, the number is 631.754.0754. Donald’s cell phone is 516.647.4671. They will also be sitting Shiva on Friday and Sunday after 12pm. Ann and Ronni will complete the Shiva week in Ohio where Ronni resides.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Carole’s memory to Wexner Heritage Village, 1151 College Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43209, to benefit Life Enhancing activities for residents at Creekside at the Village.