Julius J. Sperling

ROCHESTER—Julius J. Sperling, 86, died April 8, 2007, in his home in Rochester. He was born June 6, 1920, in Berlin, Germany.

He was a pioneer in the state of Israel, as well as a businessman, linguist, librarian, founding father and beloved staff member of Inner Traditions/Bear & Company. He was also a husband, father, and grandfather.

Survivors include his wife, Helen; a son, Ehud; a daughter, Debora; and four grandchildren: Sarah, Max, Mahar, and Hannah.

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