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Joel Etra Obituary
Joel was a speech pathologist for nearly 50 years. A faith-filled man, he was an active member of Beth Jacob Synagogue and had served as Ritual Chair for the congregation.
In addition to his mother, and his wife of nearly 48 years; he leaves two beloved daughters and their spouses, Dori Etra Clark and Mathew of Kinnelon, N.J., and Dr. Beth Etra and Jonathan Adler of Philadelphia, Pa.; five adored grandchildren: Ava, Hailey and Mathew Clark and Ezra and Eliana Adler; his sister and brother-in-law, Tama Etra and Aaron Zinner of Lancaster, Pa.; and numerous colleagues, congregants and friends. May his memory be for a Blessing.
Funeral services will be observed at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19, in the Sanctuary of Beth Jacob Synagogue, 400 Norwich-New London Tpke., Norwich. Burial will immediately follow in Hebrew Benevolent Cemetery No. 3, Preston. Memorial contributions may be made to Beth Jacob Synagogue, Hadassah (in care of Beth Jacob), the Jewish Federation of Eastern CT, the Norwich Rotary or the Haitian Health Foundation. Care of arrangements has been entrusted to Church & Allen Funeral Service, Norwich. To share online condolences with the family, please visit www.ChurchandAllen.com.
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Leonille
November 29, 2023
Dear Roz and Family,
Joel will be missed in Norwich. May he rest in Peace.Thank you so much for your service.
Stay strong, we are lifting you up in our prayers.
Cal Lord
November 21, 2023
What a great celebration of his life on Sunday! He truly was someone who made a difference in life. He touched all of us with his laughter and his humility. We are better for having known him. I will always remember the Passover Seder that Lori and I shared at the Etra home. May God bless you, his family, and give you his peace. May the lasting memory Joel's life continue to come back to bless us all.
Anne Masterson
November 20, 2023
Dear Roz and Family,
I am so sorry to see this. Joel was a bright light at Rotary meetings and otherwise. I always enjoyed his company. He will be truly missed
Janis Sawicki
November 20, 2023
My prayers and sympathy go to Roz and the family of Joel.
I know it has to be a very difficult time for everyone.
He was a dedicated and accomplished man that will be greatly missed.
as a beloved husband to Roz and a strong community member.
Thomas Greaser
November 19, 2023
We are saddened by Joel's passing. We will certainly miss Joel's intellect and his humorous wit. Roz and your family in this time of grief treasure the moments and memories of your wonderful Dad and husband. All our love Tom & Claudia
Estelle and Alan Bogdonoff
November 19, 2023
We were so sorry to hear of Joel´s passing. May his memory be a blessing and May you find comfort in them.
Lorene Little
November 19, 2023
Dearest Roz and family,
Our deepest condolences and prayers for you on the passing of Joel. Our hearts are joined with yours in sadness and grief. May his memory be a blessing and inspiration for years to come.
Lori Little and Jan Stoothoff
Judi Leary
November 19, 2023
Thank you for your commitment and dedication to helping people speak. You helped many people through the years. Rest in peace.
Karen Segal
November 19, 2023
Roz and Family, A great loss to such a kind and giving family. With my deepest sympathy you are in my thoughts and prayers while grieving through this devastating time. Karen Segal
Ann Louise L Gittleman
November 19, 2023
Dear Roz: I am so sorry to hear of Joel's passing. He was a wonderful person and a true "mensch." May you be immersed in love and comfort at this time. In deepest sympathy,
Ann Louise Gittleman
Vivian and Howard Sklar
November 19, 2023
Dear Roz and Family,
What a shock, a terrible loss. Our deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
Vivian and Howard Sklar
Susan and Dennis Parent
November 18, 2023
Dear Roz and Family,
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to you with the loss of your dear husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. May Joel Rest In Peace.
Love,
Susan and Dennis Parent
carol &yves kraus
November 18, 2023
May his memory be ablessing. Carol Kraus
Judy Spitz
November 18, 2023
I was so sorry to read of Joel's passing. My heartfelt condolences to Roz and the family.
Joan Russoniello Goba
November 18, 2023
Dear Roz and Family, Please know that we send sincere condolences on the death of husband, father, grandfather, son, friend, Joel Etra. Having known him professionally, Joel was knowledgeable, kind and professional. May Joel rest in peace knowing how much he was loved and respected.
Joan Russoniello Goba
Lebanon, Ct
Linda Dutumble
November 18, 2023
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family and his many friends.
Karen Philipp
November 18, 2023
Dear Roz and family - Very sorry to hear of Joel's passing. We remember him fondly from Rotary and all the great things he for the community. Our deepest condolences.
Kimberly Carberry
November 18, 2023
I am very sorry for the loss of this kind and caring man.
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