Alfred Karofsky

KAROFSKY, Alfred 93, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Formerly of Newton, and Wayland, on September 3, 2011. He leaves his beloved wife of 71 years, Lorraine (Goldberg) Karofsky, three sons and daughters-in law, Lee and Linda Karofsky of West Palm Beach, FL; Harvey and Gale Karofsky of Palm Beach, FL; and Marc and Susan Karofsky of Wayland, MA. In addition, he leaves his grandchildren; Robin and Stephen Malasky, Eric and Kimberly Karofsky, Judd and Samantha Karofsky, Keri Glassman, Tracy and Matthew Shepard, and Lindsay and Dan Guttell, as well as his 10 great grandchildren; Hannah and Max Malasky, Matthew, Spencer, and Brooks Karofsky, Dylan, Ellie, and Alexandra Karofsky, Rex and Maizy Glassman. He was the brother of the late Mark and Sydney Karofsky. Al lettered in four sports at Brookline High School, and was an avid golfer, winning 6 consecutive club championships at New Seabury CC on Cape Cod. He was a member of Hickory Shafts, New England Senior Golf Association, and Past President of The Apparel Industry of New England. He was President and Founder, with his brother Mark, of Summit Sportwear Company, a manufacturer of ladies apparel. A graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, on Wednesday September 7, 11:45 AM. Immediately following the burial, memorial observance will be at the Clubhouse at the Hills at Mainstone, 133 Hillside Drive, Wayland until 5:00 PM, and 7:00-9:00 PM. Thursday, 1:00-4:00PM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.