Dr. Herman Friedman Obituary (1931 - 2007)

FRIEDMAN, Dr. Herman, PhD, age 75 of Tampa died Saturday, August 25, 2007 following an extended illness. Dr. Friedman came to Tampa in 1978 from his native, Philadelphia, PA. Loving husband of 49 years to Ilona, devoted father of Frank, Michele, Suzy, and Andie, cherished uncle, great-uncle and adored Zaide of eight grandchildren. Dr. Friedman was a distinguished professor emeritus and former Chairman of the Department of Medical Microbiology at the University of South Florida School of Medicine. He was a lifelong scholar, professor, teacher and scientist. He was recipient of numerous national and international awards and author or editor of more than 60 books and more than 800 scientific abstracts & articles. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday at Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road, Tampa, Interment will follow at Gan Shalom Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or Congregation Kol Ami.