Alan Gandelman, 61

JOHNSTON, R.I. – Alan Marc Gandelman, of Johnston, died peacefully in his sleep on July 27, 2023. He was the loving husband of Claudia (Pezza) Gandelman for nearly 28 years. He was the beloved brother of Beth I. Gandelman of Salisbury, Massachusetts, and Bruce J. Gandelman, of Newport. Alan is survived by many close in-laws in the Pezza family; his forever sister-in-law Nancy Golub of Pikesville, MD; and 14 nieces and nephews who he doted on and were a significant part of his life. Alan loved to share stories of their successful lives. Born on Dec. 14, 1961, he was the youngest child of the late Doris and Nelson Gandelman.

Alan grew up in Cranston and graduated from Cranston High School West in 1980 and went on to the University of Rhode Island and then graduated from the University of Miami Law School. He worked in the field of real estate and appraisals. He was an avid tennis and basketball player, loved watching sports, and was a trivia buff. His personality and smile could light up a room. With his quick wit and humor, he made friends easily. He loved children and pets and liked to accompany Claudia on school field trips or volunteer for and attend school events in Warwick. In his younger years, he adopted a dog named Huckleberry who he always loved and remembered. He loved following Rhode Island politics, talk radio and learning new things throughout his life.

Donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association or your favorite charity.