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Fred Kamienny
Fred Kamienny, 82, of Birmingham, Michigan, died after sunset on 25 December 2023. The Funeral was held at IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL on Thursday, 04 January 2024 at 11:30 AM . Melanie Goldberg officiated. Interment at Clover Hill Park Cemetery.
The family of Fred Kamienny will be gathering through the afternoon of Saturday, January 06 at the residence of David and Dana Kelman, 20250 Coryell Drive, Beverly Hills MI 48025. Family and friends will gather on Thursday immediately following the interment until 7:00 p.m, on Friday 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and on Saturday 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Fred Kamienny, 82, of Birmingham, MI, peacefully passed away after sunset on December 25, after a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. Fred was born on June 11, 1941, to Edward and Helen (Erlich) Kamienny in Oak Park, MI. After graduating from Oak Park High School, he continued his education at Wayne State University where he received his B.S. in Applied Health Sciences and his M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He later became an instructor in Pharmaceutics at Wayne. Fred was working part-time for Sentry Drugstores in the early 1970s when he and his cousin Fred Erlich began PRN Services, supplying nursing homes with wholesale pharmaceuticals. The business soon came to focus on oncology needs, and the cousins spent their time traveling across the country from one medical office to another, building their clientele. What began as a family company (with Fred’s mom Helen in charge of accounts receivable) ultimately developed into a leading national distributor of oncology supplies and pharmaceuticals, which was sold to Cardinal Health in 1993. A charming, generous, and yet strong-willed man, Fred was known for his big heart. His friends often described him as being like their own family. He delighted in verbal banter, logical strategy games, and all kinds of calculations. He and his first wife, Elaine Kamienny, were active members of the Birmingham Temple for many years. In his retirement, he enjoyed travelling with his second wife Ricki Becker and their combined family, collecting whimsical artwork and relaxing at the pool or on the beach. In recent years, his generous heart caught the attention of Lorraine Applebaum, and their infectious delight in one another’s company was a joy to both families. Fred’s family is also grateful to his aide Stephanie Shelton, whose playful banter and constant energy kept Fred highly engaged and connected to those he loved, even as his health declined. Fred is predeceased by his son Howard Andrew. Fred’s memory will be cherished by his children, Shari Kamienny Cohen (Harry) and Laura Kamienny; his step-children Adam Becker (Jodi) and Nancy Bennett; and his grandchildren Hannah and Maya Cohen; Eric, Ryan, and Ellory Becker; and Sloane and Shoshana Bennett. Fred is also survived by his sister Janice Kelman (Barry), and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends. It is suggested that those who wish to further honor the memory of Fred Kamienny may do so by making a contribution to: American Cancer SocietyClick to Visit Charity Website or A Charity of one's choice |