Lee and I had a special bond with Ira for over 55 years
Our hearts are broken
Hugs to you Shelley

I met Ira playing bridge,  and soon discovered that we were kindred spirits with a love for sports, especially baseball past and present . We spent many hours discussing our favorite games, seasons and individual players. We enjoyed playing as partners at bridge, but most of all we developed a friendship that I hoped would last for many years. Unfortunately that time was cut short, but I will never forget the time we spent together. He was a person you could never forget, and I will miss him dearly.

My sincere condolences.  Ira was not only a fine bridge player, but also a 'mensch' at the bridge table .  He will be sorely missed at Summit Area Bridge by all with whom he played with.... (and against)!
Lloyd Alterman

During our friendship in our middle age years, Ira and I shared  a  love for tennis and a love for Oritani Field Club. It was there, on the gritty and grungy red clay, up against the noise and commotion of River Street, in the middle of Hackensack, with the hamburger stench of White Manna and McDonald’s swirling above us, that Ira became The Czar.  His tireless efforts were more than instrumental in operating the Club, running the tournaments, keeping us afloat, and always socializing.  Since Oritani was the focal point for our favorite hobby, the Club also served as our home for lifelong friendships and memories that can’t be adequately described. Ira  was at the heart of those great years. We miss you. RIP.  Steve Muhlstock.

This is a photo from 2017 I met Ira in the late 70s he became one of my best friends for the past 45 years. We shared a love of Sports among many other interests. He was like a brother to me and would give me the shirt of his back. We shared so many great times and laughter. I am so sad he won't be there for me to talk to. I will miss him dearly rest in peace my friend

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Ira David Tarnow

April 18, 1945 – September 2, 2025

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