Robert Perlmutter's Obituary
Robert Perlmutter
Born June 5, 1928
Passed November 8, 2016
Robert was a legend and hero to his family, and he spent his life loving and caring for them. He was a lifelong philanthropist who was kind to strangers.
Robert built an industry where people loved and respected him. With an open heart, kindness, respect, and wisdom, Robert created his legacy business – Pearl Paint – a national chain of art supply stores begun in New York in 1953. He was honored with a doctorate in Commercial Science.
At his passing, Robert was surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by wife Rosalind Perlmutter and children, Darren, Aliya (Ryan Schilt), Ari, Zachary, Elana, Steven (Nora), and three grandchildren.
Services will be held Thursday, November 10 at 3:30 p.m.
Levitt Weinstein, 3201 NW 72nd Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33024
Shiva will be observed after services, Thursday evening, and Friday from 1 – 5 p.m. at the family home: 50 Bay Colony Lane, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ann Storck Center are appreciated: www.annstorckcenter.org
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