Paul Shapiro

Paul Shapiro, 94, of Westfield died Feb. 17, 2013. Born in Newark, he lived in Westfield for most of his life.

Mr. Shapiro worked as a junior executive, a buyer for Bamberger’s and other department stores, and as an international buyer and importer of juvenile furniture and bicycles. After his retirement he continued to serve as a consultant.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, receiving two Purple Hearts.

He was one of the founders of Temple Emanu-El in Westfield, and was actively involved in all aspects of temple life. He was honored by the Federation of Jewish Philanthropies for leading one of the most successful campaigns in their history.

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He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Shirley Black Shapiro; two sons, Rick (Debbie) of Fanwood and Lester (Vicki) of Hightstown; his daughter, Joyce Shapiro Gordon of Massachusetts; two brothers, Harold of Millburn and Seymour of New York City; and four grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 20 with arrangements by Menorah Chapels at Millburn, Union. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, Paramus; or Hadassah, 50 W. 58th St., New York, NY 10019.