Passing of Henry Saltzman, NBHS Teacher
Posted Monday, September 28, 2020 06:16 PM

 

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NEW BEDFORD — Henry “Pete” V. Saltzman, age 86, of New Bedford, passed away Thursday, September 24, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Patricia J. (Rodrigues) Saltzman, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage.

Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late William “Watchdog” and Mary (Brunell) Saltzman.

Mr. Saltzman earned his Bachelor’s degree from Clark University and his Master’s degree from Bridgewater State College and he later served in the United States Army for four years and was stationed in Germany. He worked in the family business, United Fruit Store, until he began his teaching career. He taught math at New Bedford High School and became the Green House Housemaster.

Henry was a sports enthusiast; he coached the Panthers Little League team and could always be seen in the gyms or fields at NBHS rooting on the Whalers. His happiest moments, besides spending time with his family, were watching the NBHS Whalers beat Durfee.

In addition to his wife survivors include: three children, Kathy Hoffman and her husband Alan, Sharon Donovan and her husband Matthew and Derek Saltzman and his wife Tara all of Lakeville; one brother, Michael Saltzman of Dartmouth; six grandchildren, William and Maggie Hoffman, Amanda Donovan, Quinn, Laincy and Shay Saltzman and several nieces nephews.

Due to the current restrictions on social gatherings, his funeral and Shiva will be private. Arrangements are under the care of Sugarman-Sinai Memorial Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Southcoast VNA – Hospice, Attn: Community Affairs 200 Mill Road Fairhaven, MA 02719.

For online condolences, www.sugarmansinai.com.