Ira Kaplan-of Sharon, on November 18, 2016. I learned from my mother, Shirley, the love of art & music.To know that there is beauty around you even when facing difficult times and the love of learning to be used in making a difference in other people’s lives. From my father, David, to keep calm when facing life challenges and keeping a smile in your heart and you overcome most challenges. Finally,from my wife, Barbara, that if you have love in your life you are truly blessed. I have been blessed with Shari, Stephanie, Alexandra, Ava & wonderful family and friends too numerous to list. Memorial service will be held at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, on Sunday, November 20,2016 at 2:00 p.m. Shiva will follow at the temple until 5:00 pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to mybrotherskeeper.org or oldcolonyhospice.org.