PORTSMOUTH—Carl Hurwitz, 91, a longtime resident of Portsmouth, died Sunday, September 18, 2016 at the Beth Sholom home in Richmond.
He was predeceased by his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Levin Hurwitz. They owned Carl’s Market and Old Town Market for many years. He was a member of Gomley Chesed Synagogue and served honorably in the US Army.
He is survived by his children, Steven Hurwitz, Barbara Mandel (Michael) and Robert Hurwitz (Arlene); five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at Gomley Chesed Cemetery with Rabbi Jeffrey Arnowitz officiating. Sturtevent Funeral Home, Portsmouth.
Contributions to Beth Sholom Home, 1600 John Rolfe Parkway, Richmond, VA 23233.