R’ Avrohom Yehoshua Parnes, a longtime resident of Crown Heights, passed away on Tuesday, 20 Cheshvan, 5786.
He was 72.
He was the beloved uncle of the Jacobson family, and a remarkable individual who was deeply devoted to his faith and community. His love for Torah learning was evident in his daily life, and he was an inspiration to those around him. His kindness, generosity, and willingness to listen and offer guidance have left a lasting impact on many lives.
He was a beloved figure, and his presence will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his children, Berel Parnes and Yosef Yitzchok Parnes, and by his siblings, Faige Jacobson of Crown Heights, Usher Parnes, and Esther Montal.
He was predeceased by his brother Moshe Binyomin Parnes a”h.
The Levaya took place today.
His sister Faige Jacobson will be sitting shiva at her home, at 668 Lefferts Ave between Albany and Troy.
Baruch Dayan Haemes.
I remember (uncle) Shiyu from my days on Lefferts Avenue as a frequent visitor to my neighbors, the Jacobson’s. He was friendly and had a good sense of humor always. Those who knew him know that sarcastic humor I’m referring to. May his family be comforted and may we all reunite with our loved ones with Moshiach now!
He donated so many seforim
Uncle shiyu was the best! He always had the best advice and his sister Faigy took care of him for years! May she be blessed for all of her chesed!
My uncle sheu was the best uncle, he always had a sefer in his hand always learning. He always had a listening ear for everyone and gave the best advice. It was an honor to have him as our uncle , and will be greatly missed.
Growing up around the corner from the Jacobsons and being a close friend of Fraidel, I have such fond memories of the time I spent in their home. Uncle Shiyu was always sitting with a sefer in front of him and had an easy smile and a great sense of humor. What made the greatest impression on me was the way his sister Faigy Jacobson so wholeheartedly opened her home and her heart and cared for Shiyu with the utmost respect, warmth and devotion. Faigy is the epitome of kindness,generosity, chessed and Ahavas Yisroel. May she be benched with אריכת… Read more »
I bought my silk gartels from him
My uncle sheu was a really special soul ! He was a big Talmud chochom , who always had a Sefer in his hand , and learned whenever he had the opportunity . He was full of Torah and good advice for everyone . He always had a positive attitude and looked at a yid with a good eye ! He brought so much joy and happiness to our family . His sister Faige Jacobson who’s my mother , opened her home to him and was the most devoted and dedicated sister to him . My mother is a pillar… Read more »