Edward L. Fink, 87

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Edward L. Fink, a lifelong resident of Providence, died on July 18. Eldest son of Moe and Betty (Cohen) Fink, Ed graduated from Hope High School and Brown University. A Korean War Veteran, Fink returned to work at Wayside Furniture, his parents’ business in East Providence, then earned a Master of Arts in Teaching in the departments of chemistry and education at Brown University. He taught chemistry at Cranston West High School for many years before serving as department chairman at Cranston East. He earned a certificate in advanced graduate studies from Rhode Island College and worked part time as a chemist at Rhode Island Hospital.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Ruth (Berkelhammer) Fink; children, David M. Fink (Cynthia), Jeffrey A. Fink (Deborah) and Susan M. Fink Hirsch (Steven); brothers Charles Fink (Judy) and Michael Fink (Michael); grandchildren: Aaron, Benjamin, Zachary, Sarah, Leah, Elizabeth and Jacob; in-laws Jerry and Sheila Berkelhammer; several dear nieces, nephews and friends. Edward was a life-long member of Temple Beth-El.

The family would like to thank the nurses, CNAs and doctors who helped him.

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Bethany Home or the charity of your choice.

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