Eleanor J. (Hartman) Fertel

Eleanor Hartman Fertel, age 95, passed peacefully with her daughters at her side on May 31, 2025 after a period of declining health. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 67 years, Arthur Fertel and her brother Sonny Hartman. She is survived by her daughters, Holly Allen and Marcy Shuster, her son-in-law Fred, her grandchildren Abby (Meg Tiley) and Sam (Michelle O’Donnell), and her nephew Dan Hartman (Dawn Goralewicz).

Eleanor was born in Boston, the daughter of Harry and Fannie Hartman. She was educated in the Boston public schools and worked in the Newton After School Program. She lived in Mattapan, Newton, and Worcester and had wonderful friendships each place. The focus of her life was her family and she was the center of family celebrations with her signature dishes including potato latkes, chopped liver and brisket. Her home wasn’t complete without a dog or cat and she loved watching wildlife eating at her bird feeders.

Private funeral services will be held at Sharon Memorial Park under the direction of Miles Funeral Home of Holden. A Memorial Observance will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 4:30pm-7:00pm with the Minyan at 6:00pm, at the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury Street in Worcester.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Worcester Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden Street, Worcester, MA 01606.