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Obituary: Michael M. Kerzner, 82, of Oxford

Mike, a devoted family man, served many years as a pharmacist and was the owner of MiKerz Pharmacy.

(Image via Alderson-Ford Funeral Home)

OXFORD, CT - (From Alderson-Ford Funeral Home) Michael M. Kerzner, age 82, died on August 28, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

Mike was born in Brooklyn, NY, and the son of Joseph & Ruth Baron Kerzner.

Mike attended Waterbury schools and graduated from the University of Connecticut’s School of Pharmacy.

He was the owner of MiKerz Pharmacy on Cooke Street for 23-years before working for both Stop & Shop and Walmart Pharmacies.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila, of 58 years; his children, Dr. Daniel Kerzner & fiancé Nicole Carpenter; Douglas Kerzner & wife, Carolyn Kerzner; Dr. Matthew Kerzner & his wife, Carrie Kerzner; and Julie Keery & her husband, Brian.

He had Nine beautiful grandchildren: Jacob, David, Sean, Tianna, Ellie, Joshua, Sarah, Jillian & Liam.

Also, his loving brothers & sisters-in-law: Elliott & Sandy Kerzner; Bruce & Carol Kerzner and Robert Kerzner & wife Celia; Dr. David & Valerie Pagar; Lois Ravage Mass and Pamela & Chuck Kennedy.

He loved and was loved by his entire extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Arrangements – A Graveside service will be held on Monday August 30, 2021 at 1 pm at Brass City Lodge Cemetery, Stillson Rd., Waterbury.

The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Waterbury is assisting with arrangements. Shiva will be observed Monday evening from 4 to 7pm and Tuesday from 2 to 7pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gishrei Shalom Jewish Congregation, 37 Main Street, Southington, CT, 06489 or https://gsjc.org/support/.

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