Robert Yuspeh, Sr., businessman succumbs at 79

ROBERT LOUIS YUSPEH, SR., a successful businessman, peacefully passed away, surrounded by family members on Sunday, January 17, 2016. He was 79.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carolyn Steinberg Yuspeh, daughters Staci Yuspeh Ferber (Doug), Jodi Yuspeh and Mindi Yuspeh, his Georga Yuspeh Reiss (Leon) and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Louis Yuspeh, Jr.

Although he was born in Tyler, TX., Yuspeh was raised in New Orleans and always called it home. A graduate of Fortier High School, he attended The University of Alabama before serving in the United States Coast Guard. Yuspeh worked at Wembley Tie Company for a quarter of a century before embarking on a career as a realtor specializing in commercial sales and leases.

He was also a co-owner of Raintree Essex, an orthodontic specialties provider. Yuspeh served on  the boards of many charities including Willow Wood, My House, Inc. and Feast of Friendship.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home and Cemeteries, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. Rabbi Ed Paul Cohn and Cantor Joel Colman officiated.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charity of your choice.