For many of us residing in Crown Heights for the last 30 years, the International Chocolate and Almond Corp., aka The Kosher Candy Store, was a familiar stop on our, shpatzir (walk) down Kingston Avenue. Mr. Issac Zellermaier, OB”M was often seen outside his store which he ran with his brother Heshy, was always looking to see how he could help improve the neighborhood in general and the lot of those who needed assistance in particular. He did this tirelessly and without fanfare while running the store and raising his family in Boro Park.
Although, to our deep regret we will no longer see that friendly face as we make our way down the Avenue, we as a community would like to show our respectful acknowledgement of the good works that he did, by attending an upcoming tribute in which his family will be honored with several awards from community and elected officials. This is an opportunity as a community, to give our hakoras hatov to Issac’s family and dear wife, who selflessly supported his work in the community for over three decades.
All are welcome to attend this tribute, which will take place this coming Thursday evening at 7:30pm at the 71st Precinct Community Council Meeting, taking place at MS 61, 400 Empire Blvd., where he served as a liaison for the past 30 years.
Please keep in mind that the meeting will begin with general business after which the memorial will take place.
As a child,thirty two years ago, I was hit by a car in crown heights and taken to the hospital by Isaac and his brother Heshy. I will never forget how they took care of me. They drove me to the hospital in their own car! The following friday – erev shabbos, a huge box of nash was delivered to our house, with a note wishing me well signed Isaac and Heshy. Hamakom yinachem eschem….
He will be greatly missed!
Too bad I can’t attend – as i’m out of the Country.
very nice