Obituary: Louis Bloom

Louis Bloom, 89, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, Aug. 15 in Atlanta, Ga. Born on Dec. 25, 1935, in Johannesburg, South Africa, to Ida and Joe Bloom, he was the eldest child, with a brother, Harry Bloom z”l, and a sister, Helen Stanley. Louis worked together with his father and brother in the family jewelry business, Karlin and Bloom, and he immigrated to Atlanta in 1979.

Louis was an amazing partner, father, grandfather, and friend. He always had a smile on his face; he was giving and selfless. An avid golfer and fan of mahjong, he was gentle, funny, a charmer, lovable, and had a heart of gold. Whenever life knocked him down, Louis got right back up without a complaint. No one was a stranger, and everyone was a friend.

Louis loved his children unconditionally and relished his role as grandfather, aka “pop-pop,” and great-grandfather. He was always there, in person or virtually, for special occasions, school performances, and sports games, and was so proud of everyone’s accomplishments.

He will be missed terribly and will forever be in our hearts.

Louis is survived by his life partner, Shari Rabin; children, Karen (Amnon) Porat, Ronette (Adam) Throne, Gina Bloom (Flagg Miller), Joel Bloom (Liz King); grandchildren, Oron (Esthey) Porat, Lielle Porat, Hannah Throne, Jonah Throne, Max Bloom, Jack Bloom; great-granddaughter, Leora Porat; and sister, Helen Stanley. He was predeceased by his partner, Diane Shulman. He is also survived by the mother of his children, Bernice Schmitz; and former spouse, Carol Silverman. He also leaves behind many loving extended family, including cousins, nieces and nephews in Atlanta, Israel, and South Africa.

A memorial service was held on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 1:30 p.m. at Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Epstein School or Congregation Or Hadash. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.