July 20th, 1930 - May 20th, 2020
Hava was born in Slovyansk, Ukraine. At a very young age, he lost his father and became the primary support for his family. Until his very late days, he continued to offer support to any friend in need. He was a kind, strong, hard working, family oriented brother, father, husband, grandfather, uncle, and friend.
His entire life, he worked passionately as a tailer, both in Russia and as the owner of Vladimir’s Tailor shop in Springfield where he lived for 40 years. He retired at the age of 87 and moved to Boston to be closer to his son.
We are blessed that in such an unsettling time in the world, he was able to have a peaceful passing. We are comforted to know that he is with his beloved brother and wife whom he had already lost and missed terribly.
He will be forever missed and lives on in all our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a contribution in Vladimir’s honor to HIAC https://act.hias.org/page/6048/donate/1, the organization that made it possible for him and his family to immigrate to the United States.
Due to current restrictions on public gatherings, the services will be private.
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