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Ira S. Marcus Of Westhampton Beach Dies August 26

author on Aug 29, 2016

Ira S. Marcus of Westhampton Beach died August 26. He was 94.

Born in New York City, survivors said he was a legend in the ladies apparel industry and is credited with the success of the Booth Bay and John Meyer labels among others. He excelled as a fisherman and dockmaster of the Westhampton Beach Marina.

Mr. Marcus was a longtime member of the Westhampton Beach Fire Department. He attended DeWilt Clinton High School and Ohio University. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy.

He was predeceased by his wife, Regina Gay; a son, Allen David Marcus; a sister, Irene Salzberg; and a brother, Jerry Marcus. He is survived by a daughter, Harriet Davidson.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Follett and Werner Funeral Home in Westhampton Beach. Services are private.

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