Edward Neuman

Edward Neuman of Wellesley, Massachusetts, formerly of New York City, passed away March 9, 2023. He was 93 years old. Ed was a loving husband to Carol Neuman for almost 66 years. Ed was a devoted father to his two daughters, Marianne (and husband John Gilday) and Elizabeth (and husband Jerry Spar). He was a proud grandfather to Olivia, Ellis and Kyler Spar. Ed was born in Brooklyn in 1929. He received B.A. and master’s degrees in English from New York University. Ed worked in advertising, first at Executone and then at the Brooklyn Union Gas Company. Ed had a lifelong love of books. While serving in the Korean War, he established a library that became popular among the soldiers. He enjoyed playing tennis with his family and watching matches on television. When he lived in New York City, he took full advantage of the theater and concerts that the city offered. Although he loved the city, he was very excited to move to Wellesley to become a homeowner and be closer to his daughters. In Wellesley, Ed enjoyed the little things that life has to offer — spending time with his family, barbecuing in the backyard, walking the family dog, listening to music and watching old movies with his wife. A private graveside service was held March 12. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ed’s memory may be made to Combined Jewish Philanthropies (cjp.org).