It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Ira Robert Sugarman, PhD, on January 28,2023 at the age of 84. Preceded in death by his loving wife Anne, devoted father of Lisa Bernstein, Dara Oberer, and Laurie D’Errico; loving father -in-law of Adam Bernstein, Ernie Oberer and Matt D’Errico, proud pop-pop of Ethan, Wyatt, Emily, Matthew and Jason; he was predeceased by his brother Daniel Sugarman, PhD.
Born in the Bronx to the late Louis and Sue Sugarman, he attended Columbia and NYU where he received his PhD in psychology. After marrying his love, Anne, he traveled to Japan where he served in the U.S. Army as a Captain and a psychologist, later becoming a Professor at Montclair State University, as well as a practicing clinical psychologist in Passaic county.
World traveler, people collector, teacher and life-long learner- Ira possessed an innate ability to find a connection with anyone he met. He loved a good written story, a bad joke, classical music, art, and conversation. A true gourmet, food of all sorts was one of his greatest pleasures, and he loved nothing more then sharing a great meal and laughter with loved ones. He was irreplaceable and one of kind, and will be forever missed by all who were privileged to know and love him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ira’s memory to the Mass Audubon Society, or the charity of your choice.
Funeral services are for 10:45 am, Monday, January 30, 2023 at Sanctuary of Abraham & Sarah, 735 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652, followed by entombment at the Sanctuary of Abraham and Sarah.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.guttermanandmusicant.com for the Sugarman family.
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