Stanley Sedran

January 11, 1921 - May 12, 2022

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

639 North Main Steet

Greenville, SC 29601

Sunday 5/15, 11:30 am - 12:45 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

639 North Main Steet

Greenville, SC 29601

Sunday 5/15, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Stanley Sedran, 101, devoted husband of May Sedran, died Thursday, May 12, 2022.

Born in Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Pauline Haberman Sedran.

Stan spent his formative years in New York. During this time, he met his lifelong friends, Irwin Ravinett, Lee Tannen, Aaron Streicher, and Leo Steinberg. He even attended middle school with May, his future wife, although their romance did not start until serval years later. New York provided Stan with endless opportunities, including working his first job at an orange crush stand in the 1939 World’s Fair.

In 1941, Stan was with his best friend, Lee Tannen, at an ice cream parlor when he was finally introduced to May. Their romance blossomed and they dated until Stan entered the Air Force. The distance did not deter them, and they wrote each other letters until Stan returned home from his service.

Stan entered the Army Air Force on June 5th, 1942 and became a bombardier. He completed basic training in Meridian, MS before moving to Columbia, SC. During his time in Columbia, Stan helped form the 321st bomb group. This group consisted of B-25 airplanes otherwise known as Mitchell Bombers. His character, intelligence, and leadership skills caused him to rise quickly through the ranks. He was promoted from Private directly to Sergeant. In 1944, unbeknownst to him, a Captain Intelligence Officer recommended Stan for pilot training due to his invaluable skillset. While honored, Stan turned down the offer.

His time in the service took him across the world, including; North Africa, Sicily, Naples, Rome, PO Valley, and Southern France. His last year in the service took him to the Island of Corsica to aid in the invasion of Southern France. After Corsica he was sent alone to Bari, Italy to supervise huge shipments of military equipment to the Pacific for aid in the war against the Japanese. Finally, in 1945, Stan returned home to New York.

In March of 1953, Stan and May started a new chapter of their lives moving to Greenville SC. Stan managed a Vogue Furs. After a disagreement with the owner of the Fur store, Stan decided to resign and start his own Fur shop, Sedran Furs. With the help of his family and friends, Stan was able to raise enough money to buy an old dress store and renovated it into a beautiful new fur store.

After three years of success, Stan moved his business to the corner of Main and College Street where it became a local landmark for 40 years. The store was eventually moved to the Hyatt, where it operated for 20 years and then finally to a shop in Greer where Stan worked until his retirement.

Not only was Stan a hardworking business man, he also enjoyed giving back to his community. He was a member of two nonprofit groups, Kiwanis and Sertoma, for over 50 years. He held every office in Sertoma, including that of President. He received awards for perfect attendance for 12 years in a row. Mayor Max Heller, a close friend of Stan, presented him with an Appreciation of Service award from the city of Greenville for his work as a member of the Community Development Task Force. Stan’s impact on Greenville was instrumental in creating the city we have today.

Stan was passionate about sports and took great pride in coaching a local baseball team. Under his leadership, they became a winning team. He also enjoyed a game of golf every Sunday.
Stan and May also loved to travel, even going so far as to dub Nice, France, their second home. They created close friendships with the manager of a hotel in Nice and continued to keep in touch even after retirement.

Stan’s memory shines brightly in the hearts of his loved ones. They will always remember his light hearted jokes, adventurous spirit, and kind heart. When asked how he wanted to be remembered, Stan simply replied, “As a decent human being who lived by the Golden Rule.”

He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Sedran; nephew Steve Cohen; two granddaughters; four great grandchildren; and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, May; and daughter, Andrea Blades.

The visitation will be held Sunday, May 15, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown, with the funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the Downtown Chapel. Burial to follow in Beth Israel Cemetery.

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Greenville, SC 29601

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Sunday 5/15, 11:30 am - 12:45 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

639 North Main Steet

Greenville, SC 29601

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Sunday 5/15, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Stanley Sedran, 101, devoted husband of May Sedran, died Thursday, May 12, 2022. Born in Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Pauline Haberman Sedran. Stan spent his formative years in New York. During this time, he met his lifelong friends, Irwin Ravinett, Lee Tannen, Aaron Streicher, and Leo Steinberg. HeContinue Reading

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I’m so glad I got to know Stan in the last years of his life. It was a privilege to help take care of him.

Aww geez I’m just now finding out, Stan. I called your number to see how you’re doing and your number had changed. The idea that you’re gone from this world is hard to consider. I knew it would happen one day but I am so sad to hear that day has occurred. You were such an amazing man! I only met you in your golden years but your stories were vibrant and colorful renditions with your fiery Mrs. by your side always. You were good to people, trusted and believed in the good of humankind, enjoyed life and all it had to offer, gave to those who did not have, showed to people who wanted to learn, and grew in ways only Mother Nature understands. Thank you for letting me get to know a true gentleman of your era. I know you’re happy to be back with Mae. Rest In Peace, you legend, you. “Jennifer” Your Greenfields server

My sincere condolences to you Cindy and your family. Mr Stan was a wonderful warm person who had great ability to put you at ease and make you feel welcome both at his business and in his home. I remember when I was a little girl my mother stopped by Sedran Furs to drop off her fur for storage. She left the car in neutral by accident and the car began to roll down the hill backwards with me in it. Mr Sedran, without thinking of himself chased the car and got in the driver's seat. He successfully stopped the car, saving me from what could have been a tragedy. I am so glad he had a long happy life. Thinking of you Cindy

Greenville has lost a legend. Stan was a remarkable man and I was blessed to count him as a friend. Love and prayers to his family.

Cindy, Your dad lived a long and remarkable life and was both a witness to and a participant in events that changed the course of history. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to meet him and your mom during our long–ago school years. After Beck and I were married, we began a lengthy business relationship with him at Sedran Furs. He always made us feel welcome and took good care of us. We enjoyed your many social media posts with your dad. It’s clear that you did everything within your power to make his final years as meaningful as possible. We’re sorry to hear of your dad’s death and send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Doug & Beck

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

In memory of Stanley Sedran, Jeff Kurzner lit a candle

Cindy and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. I know your Dad was one in a million. What an amazing life and legacy your Dad had. I hope that all his accomplishments and memories will bring you a little comfort during this very difficult time. Cindy - You have been an amazing daughter, providing him the very best care all these years and being there for him each and every day. He was so lucky to have you and you him!

My sincere condolences to my family (Stanley’s daughter Cindy, grand daughters Carly & Jill, and their husbands & to the beautiful great grandchildren). I know we will miss Stanley but his greatness & love will always be with us.

Cindy We are so sorry for your loss.

Cindy, Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. You daddy was a special man, a kind man, one of whom we enjoyed over the years. Sincerely, Joan and John Patrick Hooper.

It’s not easy to find a truly good human being in life. I know he will be missed not only by his family, but by all who knew him and his character. He has a lot to be remembered for.

What a remarkable man. You must be so proud to have him as your father.

I still remember the Christmas, so many years ago, when my brother and I spotted a huge box beneath the Christmas tree. It was a gift for my Mother from my Father...from Sedran's. My Mother still has the jacket, and it is still beautiful, as Sedran's cleaned and stored the jacket for many years. I always think of how happy my Mother was that Christmas morning and she had tears in her eyes when she opened the box from Sedran's. Your parents were - and always will be -- Greenville legends and both were visionary in the growth of our beautiful town. Godspeed to Mr. Sedran and may he rest in eternal peace.

My deepest Sympathy to you Cindy for the loss of your dear Dad. may he Rest In Peace. Mary

So sorry to read of Mr Sedran’s death. He was a long time fixture and believer in Greenvillle. I was a client. As was my gm years ago. Sending deep sympathy on a life well lived. RIP, Sir ✝️ .

My dear friend, Stanley. You brightened my day with your smile and I hope that you knew how much I cared for you. Being your caregiver was a treat. I loved hearing you sing and hum along to the Big Band and Swing channel on Alexa, watching Blue Bloods, fact checking things at breakfast on the internet, watching funny animal videos, talking about cruising and your love of basketball. It was my pleasure to get to know you and to share time with you, sitting outside in the warm sun and eating mountains of chocolate covered marshmallows for the Bakery Off Augusta. "If I had a dime for every Oreo cookie I ever ate, I'd be a rich man." Storeis about your family and your life in the Bronx. Your wonderful friends who came to life with your descriptions of them. You will have a place in my heart for a very long time. Thank you for the stories you shared, the music you loved and the amazing life and legacy you have left behind. I wish you rest, peace and love and lots of basketball. Your friend, Buffalo gal.

My sincere condolences to the family. I adored May & Stan. I will forever cherish our lunches together @ The Westin and my mink jacket May insisted I invest in. Rest in Peace May & Stan, gone but not forgotten. My sincere condolences to the family, I simply adored May & Stan. Wishing you Peace & Comfort as you remember your sweet & kind parents.

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