Michael Weinberg, 73

DELRAY BEACH, FLA. – Michael Weinberg passed away on Feb. 22, in Delray Beach, Fla., after complications with his heart. He was vacationing with his wife at the time.

He was a quiet man but those of us lucky enough to know him closely were privy to his subtle and quirky sense of humor. He was a wizard at making people laugh.

He was born in Providence and spent most of his life living in Cranston, where he and his wife raised their family. He was an independent businessman and owned several automotive repair franchises before retiring to Bluffton, S.C., in 2009.

The retired life suited him. He became active in his community of Sun City and participated in many activities, such as golf, skeet shooting, men’s baseball and was a dedicated member of the Congregation of Mickve Israel in Savannah, Ga.

He is survived by his wife, Sheila Weinberg of Bluffton and daughters, Julie Weinberg (Meredith Kelly) of Provincetown, Mass., and Barri Weinberg of Bluffton.

Contributions in his memory can be made to Hadassah of Hilton Head or the American Heart Association.