SARASOTA, FLA. – Robert Michael Handwerger died Aug. 14.
Born in New York City, he was a son of Shirley (Reiter) Handwerger and the late Louis Handwerger.
He was a 1971 graduate of New York University. He is credited with having changed the face of Providence, with his authentic restorations of antique buildings.
Besides his mother, he is survived by his children; Rachel Gordon and her husband David of Philadelphia, Penn., and Alexander Handwerger of Cranston, R.I., and his brother; Alan Handwerger and his wife Lorrie of Sarasota, Fla.
Contributions in his memory may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, Fla. 34238; the CJD Foundation, P.O. Box 5312, Akron, Ohio 44334; or take someone you love out to dinner.
