Fred Groskind

Born in Memphis, TN, son of the late David Groskind and Beverly (Didlake) Groskind. Fred was raised in Memphis and attended Memphis University Preparatory School. He later went on to receive his Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work and Political Science from the University of Michigan.

In addition to his loving wife Karen, he is survived by his children, Emma K. Groskind and her husband Jacob Freese of Florida and Isak Groskind and his partner, Michele Auer of Quincy; two brothers, David Groskind and his wife Valorie of Ontario, Canada and Joseph Groskind and his wife Judy of Illinois; his in-laws, Susan Fuchs and her husband Michael of Texas and David Kayser of New Bedford; a nephew and two nieces.

Fred adored his wife Karen and their daughter Emma; he enjoyed biking, sailing, and rowing around Buzzards Bay. Woodworking and building boats were his passions. He will be remembered for his humility, generosity, compassion, and humor.

“Our grief is outweighed by the gratitude of having him in our life.” –Sander Lederman

Please join us for sitting shiva on Sunday, February 11, 2024 from noon to 6:00 pm in the family’s home. The family will also accept visitors between noon and 6:00 pm Monday through Thursday (February 12-15, 2024). Arrangements are in the care of the Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth, MA 02748. To leave a note of condolence: www.waring-sullivan.com

DONATIONS

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Fred’s honor may be made to:

Friends of Kalangarai

PO Box 8755

New Bedford, MA 02742

https://kalangarai-india.org/donate/

Buzzards Bay Water Coalition

114 Front Street

New Bedford, MA 02740

https://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/take-action/donate/