Neil Jay Handelman Obituary
We bid farewell to Neil Jay Handelman (Olivette, Missouri), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 25, 2025 at the age of 89. Neil Jay touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lester Handelman and Frieda Handelman; his brother Howard Handelman; and his sisters-in-law, Alice and Ronni.
He is survived by: his wife Natalie Handelman (Oxenhandler); his daughters, Ellen Brin (Bob), Mary Rosenblum (Rob), Janie Spirtas (Eric) and Sara Bernstein (Jeff); and his brother Gary Handelman. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Natalie and Neil Handelman Parkinson's Research Fund at The Foundation for Barnes Jewish Hospital, 1001 Highlands Plaza Drive W, Suite 140, St. Louis, MO 63110-9333, Congregation Temple Israel, The Natalie and Neil Handelman Endowment Fund for Temple Life, P.O. Box 790379, St. Louis, MO 63179-0379 or a charity of your choice.
