Richard B. Abrams

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Abrams, Richard B. age 86 of Edina passed away April 11, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Myrna; and parents, Joseph & Nettie Abrams. Survived by daughter, Jennifer; son Adam (Shelley); grandsons, Joseph and Evan; sister, Marilyn Saxe; and sister-in-law, Marcia Levin. Richard was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved his family. He served in the US Army and was discharged in 1958. He completed Law School and started his law practice in 1959. Richard also taught in the Labor Education Division at the University of MN. He was a committed volunteer and leader who gave his energy and time to various charities and organizations including United Way, Courage Center, Legal Aid of Hennepin County and Temple Israel; and received a Community Service Award from the AFL-CIO. Funeral service 11 a.m. MONDAY April 16, at TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2323 Fremont Ave. S., Mpls. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Courage Center, Temple Israel, United Way or Donor's Favorite Charity. SHIVA Monday 7PM at Temple Israel Hodroff-Epstein 612 871-1234 hodroffepstein.com

Published on April 15, 2018