Marty Grodin Obituary (2022

Marty Grodin Age 79, passed away at home in Brookings, Oregon on October 7, 2022. He was a graduate of St. Paul Central High School and the University of Minnesota. Marty was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Ricel Grodin. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth, daughters Jessica (Seth Ozer) and Abby (Carl) Heuckendorf, granddaughters Gwen and Audrey Heuckendorf and Zoe and Ayla Ozer, brother Warren (June Kaplan), nieces, special cousins, bonus daughters, and many friends. Marty loved travel, and was fortunate to travel the world extensively. In 2003 he followed his dream of retiring by the sea. He loved classical music, a wide variety of movies, good black coffee, and life on the Oregon coast. He took pride in being politically active throughout his life, and enjoyed philosophical conversation and debate. Marty was a generous person, and often looked out for people others might overlook. He valued family and lifelong friendships, and will be remembered for his gregarious nature and big hugs. Memorial Shiva Monday, October 24, 7 pm, Temple of Aaron Synagogue, 616 S. Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, Memorials are preferred to Sharing and Caring Hands or the MDS Foundation. A celebration of life is being planned for July 2023.